U.S. Entry Visa
Upon receipt of DS 2019 Certificate of Eligibility for Exchange Visitor (J-1) Status or I-20 Certificate of Eligibility for Non-immigrant Student (F-1) Status check the website of the U.S. Embassy/Consulate in your country for up-to-date information, required forms, fees, scheduling appointment, etc. to apply for a student visa.
Documents needed for Visa Interview
SEVIS I-20 or DS 2019 signed and dated by the designated school official (DSO) or responsible officer (RO)
Valid passport for travel to the U.S. (must be valid at least 6 months beyond date of entry into the U.S.)
Admission or acceptance letter to a U.S. Institution for a full course of study
Proof of proficiency in the English language
Financial resources to defray living and school expense
Recent color photograph (passport size) full face against light background
Application forms DS-156, DS-158 and, if applicable, DS-157 (Available at website of U.S. Consulate in your home country).
SEVIS Fee https://www.fmjfee.com/index.jhtml must be paid before visa interview (download receipt)
Visa fee - must also be paid before visa interview
Evidence of ties to your home country - family, etc.
All international students, except for Canadian citizens, are required to have a valid U.S. entry visa (in passport) and supporting documents to initially enter the U.S. This visa is valid for a fixed number of entries or multiple entries and has a specific expiration date. You may remain in the U.S. legally with an expired entry visa provided that your I-94 and DS 2019 or I-20 are current.
If your visa is denied DS 2019 or I-20 must be returned to Kettering's International Office.
You are advised not to enter the U.S. to pursue studies on a B-2 (visitor) visa unless you have disclosed your intention to study to a consulate officer and obtained prospective student status as evidenced by a "prospective student" notation below the B-2 visa stamp in your passport.