M-1 visa

If you wish to pursue full-time studies in the United States, you will typically require a student visa. There are two nonimmigrant visa classifications for individuals aspiring to study in the United States, commonly known as the F and M visas.

You can enter under the F-1 or M-1 visa category if you meet the following criteria:

1. Enrollment in an “academic” educational program, a language-training program, or a vocational program.
2. Approval of your school by the Student and Exchange Visitors Program, Immigration & Customs Enforcement.
3. Full-time enrollment status at the institution.
4. Proficiency in English or enrollment in courses leading to English proficiency.
5. Adequate funds for self-support throughout the entire planned course of study.
6. Maintenance of a residence abroad with no intention of relinquishing it.

F-1 Student Visa The F-1 Visa (Academic Student) allows you to enter the United States as a full-time student at an accredited college, university, seminary, conservatory, academic high school, elementary school, or another academic institution, or in a language training program. You must be enrolled in a program or course of study leading to a degree, diploma, or certificate, and your school must be authorized by the U.S. government to admit international students.

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