Admissions Straight Talk
How to Get a U.S. Student Visa – Even When There Are Complications [Episode 589]
20 Aug 2024
This week, we hear from Marla Schechter, a US immigration lawyer with 20+ years of experience. Marla shares her expertise on various topics related to obtaining a visa for studying in the United States. She covers the process of obtaining an F-1 visa, the advantages of studying in a STEM-certified program, the H-1B visa for working in the US, and the Green Card process. She also highlights common mistakes made by student applicants and the potential challenges of obtaining a visa for individuals with criminal records.Relevant Links:Schechter Immigration LawFitting in and Standing OutRelevant Admission Straight Talk Episodes:Applying to U.S. Business Schools from Europe, Asia, the Middle EastFormer Wharton/Lauder Admissions DirectorAll You Need to Know About the New, Shorter GRE Get Accepted to PhD Programs in the Humanities How to Apply Successfully to STEM PhD Programs Follow UsYouTubeFacebookLinkedInContact [email protected]+1 (310) 815-9553
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