At a Glance Duration of Status pertains to the time certain visa holders, like F-1 students and J-1 exchange visitors, are permitted to stay in the United States, determined by the length of their program and recorded on Form I-94. Proposed changes to the duration of status could pose challenges
At a Glance Direct enrollment in a Ph.D. program after completing a Bachelor’s degree is a viable path. Integrated Ph.D. programs offer an unconventional route for obtaining a Ph.D. Upgrading a Master’s dissertation to a Ph.D. dissertation is an alternative approach. Benefits include sav…
At a Glance OPT allows graduates to gain practical experience in the U.S. related to their field of study. To apply, students need a DSO recommendation letter, fill out Form I-765, and submit it to USCIS with the required fee and documents. The OPT card (EAD) serves as proof of
At a Glance: Graduate school can be expensive, with medical degrees averaging $200,000 at private colleges and $128,000 at public universities. Law degrees cost around $45,000 per year, and an MBA averages $150,000. It’s crucial to assess the costs and benefits before deciding. To finance grad…
At a Glance In response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) has announced that international students on J1, M, or F1 visas will be allowed to study online for the 2021-2022 academic year. This decision aims to prioritize the safety of students and preve…
At a Glance Universidades más grandes: Universidad Liberty, Universidad Estatal de California en Fullerton, Universidad de Texas A&M en College Station, Universidad de Florida Central y Universidad Estatal de Ohio en Columbus. Para estudiantes internacionales: Universidad del Sur de California,…
At a Glance Advanced degrees, such as Master of Arts, Master of Science, and Master of Business Administration, provide specialized knowledge and expertise in various fields. Pursuing an advanced degree can be beneficial as it may be required for certain professions, improve earning potential, and s…
At a Glance F1 students can apply for a Green Card through various means. Options include employer sponsorship, marriage to a U.S. citizen, asylum, diversity visa lottery, family sponsorship, military service, or relative with a business. Green Card benefits include permanent residency, work authori…
At a Glance Estudiantes F1 pueden solicitar la Green Card a través de varias vías, como el patrocinio de un empleador o al casarse con un ciudadano estadounidense. Otras opciones incluyen solicitar asilo, ganar la lotería de visas de diversidad o recibir patrocinio de familiares con negocios. La par…
At a Glance La visa F4 se otorga a los hermanos de ciudadanos estadounidenses. Un ciudadano mayor de 21 años y residente en los EE. UU. debe presentar una petición en nombre del hermano extranjero mediante el formulario I-130. La obtención de la visa F4 está limitada y puede tomar