How to Apply for F-1 Study Program

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Step 1: Please complete ‘Contact Us’ to start the dialogue

Step 2: Complete Student Application, includes

copy of student’s passport
application supplements; certified transcript, personal statement in English, extracurricular survey
two teacher recommendation letters, one from a math or science teacher AND the other from your English language teacher
proof of English competency through SLEP or TOEFL results
bank statement (required by US)
student essay

Step 3: Schedule ‘face-to-face’ interview via the internet on a webcam. Skype, FaceTime, or WeChat can be used.

Step 4: Receive KIPA acceptance decision

If Accepted

Step 1: Student receives admission package

Acceptance letter
Invoice
Part 2 of Application

Step 2: Notify KIPA of your decision

Step 3: Remit non-refundable deposit within 10 days

Step 4: Student receives I-20 from school

Step 5: Schedule your F-1 visa interview in your country at the US Embassy office and notify KIPA of interview date

Step 6: Full tuition balance due

Step 7: Submit Part 2 of Application with all medical information and immunization forms up to date

Step 8: Book flight to Pittsburgh, PA (PIT) and send flight confirmation to KIPA

Step 9: Order school uniforms

Step 10: Start school!

“…Bob said he was lucky to meet you after arriving in the United States. In his boarding with you for the past eight months, you have taken him to visit the “green” buildings, taken him to participate in various activities, which broadened his horizons. In your conversations, he felt your wealth of experience and quick thinking, were positive factors that influenced him, so that he compared with other children in the United States. He gained more and more abundant knowledge and more open-minded views. This brought him huge positive impact.

After Bob’s father visited the United States this past month, he returned telling me about Bob’s tremendous changes. He was very excited, with your help, listening, speaking and the ability to deal with the problems Bob has been greatly improved. When he saw Bob calmly communicate with the airport staff, to help him deal with the lost luggage matter, he knew, Bob has fully adapted to the living environment of the United States. At the same time, I see from the school’s website, Bob has gradually increased academic performance. These are good news, that’s great!” – Mother of F-1 Visa Student

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