# Student Visas

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#### Topics

## Immigration 101

**What Is a Visa?**  
A guide to understanding visa types, costs, and how to apply  
**November 5, 2025**  
[Learn more](https://www.boundless.com/immigration-resources/what-is-a-visa)

## Non-Immigrant Visas  
**J-1 vs. F-1: What Visa Is Right For You?**  
Comparing the J-1 exchange visitor visa and the F-1 student visa  
**March 7, 2025**  
[Learn more](https://www.boundless.com/immigration-resources/j-1-visa-vs-f-1-visa)

**Waiving the J-1 Two-Year Home Residency Requirement**  
Find out if you qualify for a J-1 visa waiver and how to apply  
**February 4, 2025**  
[Learn more](https://www.boundless.com/immigration-resources/j-1-two-year-home-residency-requirement-waiver)

**How to Recognize and Avoid OPT Scams as an F-1 Student**  
Protect your F-1 status with this complete guide to OPT scams  
**January 24, 2025**  
[Learn more](https://www.boundless.com/immigration-resources/how-to-recognize-and-avoid-opt-scams-as-an-f-1-student)

**How to Change Status from an F-1 Visa to an O-1 Visa**  
A complete guide for international students switching from an F-1 to an O-1 visa, including eligibility, timeline, costs, and how to apply  
**June 3, 2025**  
[Learn more](https://www.boundless.com/immigration-resources/change-status-from-f1-visa-to-o1-visa)

**How to Change Status From a B-1/B-2 Visitor Visa to the F-1 Student Visa**  
What you need to know about changing your temporary visitor status to study in the U.S.  
**June 27, 2025**  
[Learn more](https://www.boundless.com/immigration-resources/changing-status-tourist-to-student-visa)

**How to Apply to a U.S. High School as an International Student**  
Understanding the requirements for going to high school in the U.S. as an international student  
**June 27, 2025**  
[Learn more](https://www.boundless.com/immigration-resources/apply-us-high-school-international-student)

**J-1 Exchange Visitor Visa, Explained**  
The cost, timeline, and application process for a J-1 visa  
**June 27, 2025**  
[Learn more](https://www.boundless.com/immigration-resources/j-1-exchange-visitor-visa-explained)

**Preparing for the F-1 Student Visa Interview**  
How to successfully navigate your F-1 visa interview  
**June 27, 2025**  
[Learn more](https://www.boundless.com/immigration-resources/preparing-for-f-1-student-visa-interview)