The first step to applying for an F-1 visa is to apply for, and receive admission to, the academic program of your choosing. Start by submitting your application, and an enrollment counselor will contact you quickly to walk you through the full process for international students. We will need to receive official transcript evaluations from your previous academic work, and a bank statement proving that you have the funds to cover the costs of living and studying in the U.S. for one year.