You may wish to change your nonimmigrant student status if you are already in the United States on a valid nonimmigrant visa for a purpose other than attending school and want to study at a U.S. Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP)-certified school. You are not eligible for changing to a nonimmigrant student status in the United States if you entered … Read More
M-1 and F-1 Student Visa Options for International Students
Firstly, M-1 students cannot change to F or H status while in the United States. Therefore, if you wish to attend school as an F-1 student, you must leave the U.S., apply to an SEVP-certified school, and receive a new Form I-20. Additionally, you will need to apply for a new visa at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate, if applicable. … Read More