Welcome to International Preparatory School

Your accredited and immigration approved F-1 Student Visa – English Language School!

B-1/B-2 to F-1 Status Change
B-1/B-2 to F-1 Status Change

Professional assistance for tourist visitors changing to F-1 Student Visa status with I-539 application preparation

Change of Status Service

We will file the various forms and maintain your case until you are granted approval as an F-1 compliant student. Tuition Fee is $5,760 per twelve (12) months for the appropriate English program.

Important Deposit Requirement: Applicant is required to pay first and last month tuition deposits upon filing for CHANGE OF STATUS APPLICATION, representing to USCIS good faith proof of enrollment at the time of issuance of I-20. These deposits are fully refundable by the school if student application is denied. All other Fees are NOT refundable by USCIS.
Professional Service: We provide professional assistance with I-539 application preparation for a $500 service fee. Your change of status from B-1/B-2 to F-1 Student Visa is valuable. Your legal status is important to you as it is to us.
Required Documents for Status Change

Instructions for B-1/B-2 tourist visitors to change the Visa status to an F-1 Student Visa:

  • Copy of Passport Page 1 and Visa Page 2
  • Copy of I-94 at the point of initial arrival to the USA
  • School Registration Application completed
  • School Registration Fee – $150 (one time only)
  • I-20 F-1 Student Visa Application (issued by the school)
  • I-901 SEVIS Registration of I-20 fee paid receipt – $200 (one time only)
  • Copy of Bank Account (current) showing a minimum of $17,500+
  • $6,000 per dependent (spouse or children under 21 years old)
  • If a bank is out of the country – need translation to U.S. dollars ($)
Sponsorship Requirements

If bank funds are not of the actual student (sponsor) then:

  • Need signed Financial and support documents (sponsor)
  • Need Identification of Sponsor documents (sponsor)
  • The sponsor can be located out of the country, or in the U.S.
USCIS Filing Requirements
  • I-539 application to Change Status – $370 + $85 to USCIS
  • I-539A application per dependent + $85 per person
  • I-539 application to Extend time every 6 months – $85 Biometric Fee + $85 Biometric Fee per each dependent + $370 to USCIS
  • This I-539 for Extension must be filed every 6 months and Fee Paid until final approval (may take 1 year)
  • I-539A Extension & $85 Biometric Fee per each dependent
Legal Status: You will be considered "legal" during the process time providing you have filed properly. Funds paid are non-refundable.
Required Letter of Explanation
Letter Required: Explain why you are asking for a change in status while you are visiting on B-1/B-2 Visa instead of initiating the process while in your country. (We can assist you). You need to state you plan to return to your country when the program is complete.

This letter is a critical component of your application and must demonstrate:

  • Why you decided to change status while in the US rather than applying from your home country
  • Your educational goals and how this program fits your career plans
  • Clear intention to return to your home country upon completion of studies
  • Timeline of events that led to this decision
Total Payment Required
  • Registration Fee: $150 (one time only)
  • Status Change + Biometric: $370 + $85
  • Extension Fee: $370
  • Filing Service Fee: $500 (one time only)
  • I-20 SEVIS Fee: $200 (one time only)
  • First Month Tuition: $512
  • Last Month Tuition: $512
  • Total Due: $2,699
No further tuition payment until F-1 approval. Tuition deposits are refundable if application is denied.
Financial Requirements
  • Student: Minimum $17,500
  • Per Dependent: $6,000 additional
  • Annual Tuition: $5,760 (12 months)
Bank statements must show current balance. Foreign bank statements require translation to USD.
Process Timeline
Processing Time: Final approval may take up to 1 year. Extensions must be filed every 6 months during processing.

During Processing:

  • Maintain legal status
  • File extensions every 6 months
  • Pay required fees
  • Prepare for enrollment upon approval
Contact & Location
Address

2001 West Sample Road #401
Deerfield Beach, Florida 33064

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Business Hours:
Monday - Thursday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM EST
Need Assistance?
We will prepare all required documentation and guide you through the entire status change process. Professional service fee: $500
Important Links
Student in the States USCIS Official Site