As an F or M international student in the United States, your sole purpose for being in the country is to complete a program of study at a Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP)-certified school. You must also follow specific rules and regulations to maintain your F or M student status while you are here.

Before you apply to an SEVP-certified school, read these previously published Study in the States blog posts:

• What Does the Term Nonimmigrant Mean?
• Want to Study in the States? Apply to an SEVP-certified School!
• Students: Protect Yourself by Choosing a Compliant School
• Learn About Financial Aid and Scholarships with EducationUSA
• Students: Read This Information Before Paying Your I-901 SEVIS Fee

Do you want to learn more about studying in the United States as an F or M international student? Visit the International Student Life Cycle page or the Study in the States Tools page to find resources related to the international student process.