USA Student Visa Consultant in Ahmedabad

OPT (Optional Practical Training) allows F-1 students to work in the USA for 12 months after graduation in a field related to their degree. STEM graduates can apply for a 24-month STEM OPT extension — giving a total of 3 years of US work experience, significantly boosting H-1B lottery chances.

Yes — F-1 students can work on campus up to 20 hours per week during term time and full-time during vacations. On-campus jobs include library, cafeteria, research assistant, and teaching assistant roles. Off-campus work requires CPT or OPT authorization.

Most US universities require TOEFL iBT 80–100 or IELTS 6.5–7.0. Top universities like MIT and Harvard require TOEFL 100+ or IELTS 7.0+. Some state universities have lower thresholds. GRE is typically required for Master's programmes in STEM and social sciences.

Yes — your spouse and unmarried children under 21 can come on F-2 dependent visas. However, F-2 dependants are not permitted to work in the USA. Children can attend school on an F-2 visa. This is an important consideration for couples planning to study together.

Yes — many US universities offer merit scholarships, tuition waivers, and graduate assistantships (TA/RA) that cover tuition fully plus a monthly stipend. State universities and lesser-known private universities are often generous with funding. Our counsellors identify scholarship-friendly universities for each profile.

After submitting DS-160 and paying SEVIS, visa interview appointments at the US Consulate (Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, Delhi, or Kolkata) typically take 3–5 weeks to schedule. Visa decision is usually given on the same day; passport is returned within 2–3 business days. Plan at least 8–10 weeks from university application to F-1 visa in hand. Abroad Consultancy prepares your complete file for a smooth consulate interview.