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Procedures and requirements for applying for a student visa vary from country to country, and inevitably they are more complex and demanding in some countries than others.

More explicit details on obtaining U.S. visa policy and procedures can be found at http://www.unitedstatesvisas.gov

For more specific information on the three types of student visas:

Academic Studies (F visa): For people who want to study or conduct research at an accredited U.S. college or university.

Academic Studies as an Exchange Visitor (J & Q Visas): For people who will be participating in an exchange visitor program in the U.S. The "J" visa is for educational and cultural exchange programs; the "Q" visa is for other international cultural exchange programs.

Non-Academic or Vocational Studies (M Visa): For people who want to study or train at a non-academic institution in the U.S.

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