University/college classes with k1 visa

[A+N 25]

Hi, does anyone know if we are able to take university or college classes once we enter the USA with the k1 visa? I know we can’t work until we get work authorization, so I thought it would be the perfect time to upgrade with some classes in the meantime. 

[TBoneTX 45,001]

Thread is moved from the K-1 Process forum to the "Moving to the US" forum -- topic involves that phase.

[Mike E 11,739]

2 hours ago, A+N said:

Hi, does anyone know if we are able to take university or college classes once we enter the USA with the k1 visa? I know we can’t work until we get work authorization, so I thought it would be the perfect time to upgrade with some classes in the meantime. 

Yes this is permitted.  Whether the school accepts the K-1 or charges in state tuition is up to the school.  

[Rocio0010 5,579]

Who’s “we”?

[Mike E 11,739]

2 minutes ago, Rocio0010 said:

Who’s “we”?

People who enter the U.S. with a K-1 visa.  

[Rocio0010 5,579]

1 hour ago, Mike E said:

People who enter the U.S. with a K-1 visa.  

Ok. I thought it’s weird to say “we” instead of “I”. It threw me off

[Mike E 11,739]

Just now, Rocio0010 said:

Ok. I thought it’s weird to say “we” instead of “I”. It threw me off

Those of us who are  K-1s or spouses of K-1s  consider ourselves to be in a special community.    😂 

[JeanneAdil 6,410]

following chart from ICE has all visa and who can study

Fiancee visa is in line K

 

https://www.ice.gov/doclib/sevis/pdf/Nonimmigrant%20Class%20Who%20Can%20Study.pdf

 

each college and tech schools have their own criteria and what preschool tests is needed to enter

[Mike E 11,739]

30 minutes ago, JeanneAdil said:

 

https://www.ice.gov/doclib/sevis/pdf/Nonimmigrant Class Who Can Study.pdf

What a great find!

[A+N 25]

7 hours ago, Mike E said:

Yes this is permitted.  Whether the school accepts the K-1 or charges in state tuition is up to the school.  

Thank you! 

[Loren Y 2,755]

My wife went to school a week after arriving on a K1. Usually to avoid the out of state tuition, or non- resident costs, just get a utility bill or something showing you are a Resident of that state now. My wife used a utility bill in both our names, and her State ID at the time. School didn't care really about immigration status. Of course, some schools can be more strict, but a simple state college or university is more than happy to take money.

[Palawan 131]

1 hour ago, Loren Y said:

My wife went to school a week after arriving on a K1. Usually to avoid the out of state tuition, or non- resident costs, just get a utility bill or something showing you are a Resident of that state now. My wife used a utility bill in both our names, and her State ID at the time. School didn't care really about immigration status. Of course, some schools can be more strict, but a simple state college or university is more than happy to take money.

That's a shame, the first 6 months is some of the best times. You both get to explore the USA and settle into your life, too bad having to go straight to school.

[Loren Y 2,755]

17 minutes ago, Palawan said:

That's a shame, the first 6 months is some of the best times. You both get to explore the USA and settle into your life, too bad having to go straight to school.

Yes, it was her choice,  it was a blessing as a K1 entrant,, you can't work, drive really,  it was a way for her to keep busy, and she needed to do 20 weeks of schooling to get licensed here in Nevada anyway.  650 hours, plus 80 clinic hours,  she got licensed about the same time ead/ap showed up. 

[A+N 25]

Just now, Loren Y said:

Yes, it was her choice,  it was a blessing as a K1 entrant,, you can't work, drive really,  it was a way for her to keep busy, and she needed to do 20 weeks of schooling to get licensed here in Nevada anyway.  650 hours, plus 80 clinic hours,  she got licensed about the same time ead/ap showed up. 

That’s great! It is the perfect time to take classes while waiting for ead and ap.

[Palawan 131]

1 hour ago, Loren Y said:

Yes, it was her choice,  it was a blessing as a K1 entrant,, you can't work, drive really,  it was a way for her to keep busy, and she needed to do 20 weeks of schooling to get licensed here in Nevada anyway.  650 hours, plus 80 clinic hours,  she got licensed about the same time ead/ap showed up. 

My wife first week she was trying to get used to the time change being 14 hour difference, and probably her 2nd week. Thankfully my wife wasn't in any hurry to work, I really enjoyed the first 6 months, I didn't work much and we just enjoyed hanging out and exploring.  Good times..