Visiting the USA on a tourist visa or ESTA? You can still study English part-time during your stay! Join our semi-intensive English courses designed for travelers and visitors, and start improving your skills today. Contact a student advisor to enroll.
Can I study English in the USA with a tourist visa or ESTA?
Yes! Visitors on a tourist visa or ESTA can take part-time or semi-intensive recreational English courses while in the United States. These courses are designed for travelers and do not require an F-1 student visa.
How long can I take English classes as a tourist?
You can enroll in courses for the duration of your authorized stay in the USA. For ESTA travelers, this is usually up to 90 days, and for tourist visas, it depends on the visa’s validity.
Do I need a special visa to take these classes?
No, a tourist visa or ESTA is sufficient for part-time recreational courses. You cannot take full-time academic programs or transfer to an F-1 status while on a tourist visa.
Can I study full-time or work while on a tourist visa?
No, visitors on a tourist visa or ESTA cannot enroll in full-time programs or work in the USA. Courses must be part-time or recreational.
Want to study with us? Start your application process now!
Read below to learn more and contact a student advisor to enroll.
F-1 STUDENT INITIAL APPLICANT
An F-1 initial applicant is a prospective student who is outside of the USA and applies for an F-1 visa at an embassy in their home country or another country before entering the USA.
A change of status applicant is a prospective student who is currently in the United States under another visa status and wishes to obtain an I-20 to change their status to F without returning to their home country.
An F-1 initial applicant is a prospective student who is outside of the USA and applies for an F-1 visa at an embassy in their home country or another country before entering the USA
A change of status applicant is a prospective student who is currently in the United States under another visa status and wishes to obtain an I-20 to change their status to F without returning to their home country.
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