To study in the USA, students from the UAE must:

  • Get accepted to a U.S. school approved by SEVP and obtain an I-20 form.
  • Have a passport valid for their entire stay.
  • Prove they can afford tuition and living costs.
  • Show English skills with IELTS, TOEFL, or Duolingo scores.
  • Submit SAT, ACT, GRE, or GMAT scores if the program needs them.
  • Pay the SEVIS I-901 fee.
  • Fill out the DS-160 visa form online.
  • Attend a visa interview at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate in the UAE.