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Students from India

The process of application is the same for students applying from India as it is for students in the USA. However, there is a some difference in the timeline for Indian students because they take their Board exams in grade 10 and again in grade 12. Essentially students from India are assessed on their 10th grade Board exams plus the non-standardized scores from grade 11.

If you are planning to be in the USA for undergraduate studies, it is best to start working with a counselor from grade 9 onward so that you can optimize your classes and activities.

Steps

Once you have received an offer from the University and have decided on how to fund your studies abroad, you can apply for student visa from the US consulate. Getting visa is one of the most critical steps and if you represent yourself properly, then the chances of rejection of Visa are very slim.

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 Outlined below are a few basics of the Student Visa process.

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What is a Visa?

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VISA is an approval that grants you the permission to travel to other countries and also defines your status in that country. There are 2 main kinds of Visas - Immigrant Visa and Non-Immigrant Visa.

The Non-Immigrant Visa is a temporary Visa, which does not permit you to become a citizen of that country, but you can visit that country for a specified time. A student is required to apply for a Non-Immigrant Visa.

Student Visas are issued for the period it takes to complete your course of study, program or work assignment.

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Visa Requirements for USA

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  • Admission in an accredited and recognized University

  • Proof of Financial capacity to pay for college

  • Financial capacity to meet lodging and boarding expenses.

  • Ties - financial and family, to make it desirable for you to return home

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Visa Application Fee

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Non-Immigrant Visa Application Fee US $160 (subject to change) in Indian Rupee equivalent at a consular rate of exchange. The visa fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.

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Online Appointments

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  • Create a profile at www.ustraveldocs.com.

  • Complete the DS- 160 Visa application form at www.ceac.state.gov. The form must be completed and submitted online prior to your interview. The barcode number on the form DS - 160 confirmation page is required to book your interview.

  • Before confirming a visa interview appointment online, you need to pay the visa application fee which can be paid by IMPS or NEFT or Cash over the Counter (Axis Bank and Citibank)

  • Proceed to schedule two appointments.

  • First, schedule your visa interview appointment at the Embassy or Consulate. Second, schedule your Offsite Facilitation Center (OFC) appointment. OFC appointment must be scheduled at least one day before the interview appointment date at the Embassy or Consulate.

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List of Documents required in original for Student Visa

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  • Passport should be valid for at least six months.

  • Visa fee receipt, DS-160 confirmation page and interview appointment letter.

  • Form I-20 in original, approved and signed by the University authority.

  • Relevant test scores e.g. GRE & TOEFL or SAT / GMAT

  • Original printout of receipt of SEVIS fee paid of $ 200 (non-refundable).

  • Original degree certificates along with mark sheets of previous institutions attended. (10th, & 12th).

  • An F-1 applicant must have evidence of sufficient and readily available funds to meet all expenses for the first year of study, and that barring unforeseen circumstances adequate funds will be available for each subsequent year of study.

 

Visa Stamping

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The decision about one's case can be known after an interview. If you are issued a visa, your passport will be returned to you by the Blue Dart courier service.

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