Understand the three primary visa types for studying in the United States — who they’re for and how they work.
The F-1 visa is for academic students enrolled in universities, colleges, high schools, or language training programs. This is the most common U.S. student visa.
The J-1 visa is for exchange visitors participating in cultural and educational exchange programs. Includes high school and university exchanges.
The M-1 visa is for students attending non-academic or vocational programs, such as technical training, culinary school, or mechanical studies.