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Collegepedia lists 1068 US colleges certified to enrol F-1 students, matched to the SEVP certified school list, 21 Oct 2026. Browse them by state, find community colleges, or see colleges offering master’s programmes, with published tuition shown in rupees.

Last updated: 21 October 2026

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From I-20 to F-1 visa: the steps

  1. Choose an SEVP-certified school and apply for admission.
  2. After admission, the school issues your Form I-20.
  3. Pay the SEVIS I-901 fee, which is required for F-1 applicants.
  4. Complete the DS-160 online visa application and book a visa interview at a US embassy or consulate.
  5. Attend the interview with your I-20 and supporting documents; if approved, you receive your F-1 visa.

Requirements, fees and timelines change, so confirm each step on the official Study in the States site and the US embassy website.

Frequently asked questions

Which US colleges accept F-1 students?

Only schools certified by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) can issue the Form I-20 needed for an F-1 visa. Collegepedia lists 1068 US colleges across 48 states matched to the SEVP certified school list, 21 Oct 2026.

What is an I-20?

The Form I-20 (Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status) is issued by an SEVP-certified school after you are admitted. You need it to apply for an F-1 student visa.

Where can I find official F-1 guidance?

The US Department of Homeland Security runs Study in the States (studyinthestates.dhs.gov), which explains the F-1 process and lists SEVP-certified schools.

Is a college missing from your F-1 list not eligible?

Not necessarily. We list a college as F-1 only when we could match it to the official SEVP list. An unlisted college may simply be unmatched, so check the official SEVP list or ask the college.

Where can I compare MS and community college options?

We list 794 F-1 colleges that offer at least one master's programme, and 196 F-1 community colleges. Use the links on this page.