An M-1 visa is an attractive option for individuals who want to partake in a vocational or nonacademic program. The most common M-1 recipient is someone who seeks to attend flight school in the U.S. Unlike the F-1 visa, M-1 visa holders cannot work while pursuing their studies. After graduation, opportunities to work are more limited than the F-1 visa and are only allowed 1 month per every 4 months of study. One of the most important distinctions between the F-1 and M-1 visa holders is that the M-1 visa only allows you to remain in the U.S for up to one year or how long it takes for you to complete your nonacademic program, whichever is less. This differentiates from the F-1 which allows you to stay until your program of study has ended. You can apply for an M-1 extension, but this is an added step you must be proactive about. However,
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A vocational or other nonacademic high school curriculum, for the minimum number of hours the school requires for normal progress toward graduation.
How do I qualify?
The M-1 visa and F-1 visa requirements are similar. Please see the F-1 requirements above. Below you will find information specific to M-1.
Be approved by a SEVP approved sponsoring institution - Your vocational program must be approved by SEVP. For a list of vocational programs approved by SEVP click here;
An intention to return to their foreign residence and ties to your home country; See above.
Financial Support - Applicants will have to show that they have sufficient financial resources or liquid assets to pay for the full-term of their intended stay - a maximum of one year of study. So if your vocational program lasts one full year, you need to prove that you ALREADY have the ability to fund your studies and living expenses for the full
A vocational or other nonacademic high school curriculum, for the minimum number of hours the school requires for normal progress toward graduation.
How do I qualify?
The M-1 visa and F-1 visa requirements are similar. Please see the F-1 requirements above. Below you will find information specific to M-1.
Be approved by a SEVP approved sponsoring institution - Your vocational program must be approved by SEVP. For a list of vocational programs approved by SEVP click here;
An intention to return to their foreign residence and ties to your home country; See above.
Financial Support - Applicants will have to show that they have sufficient financial resources or liquid assets to pay for the full-term of their intended stay - a maximum of one year of study. So if your vocational program lasts one full year, you need to prove that you ALREADY have the ability to fund your studies and living expenses for the full