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Thank you, yes, I am aware. We were thinking about a semester so maybe that figure can be cut in half.

Thank you all for the great insights. I have an appointment with the school to see what's needed from her side in terms of academics, grade translations, etc. I hope that the cost for the semester is not exorbitant, it's an MD public school. Grateful for all the insights you provided!

Thank you, forgive my ignorance but what's an "RFE"?

Thank you, do you know if I will be required to provide info about my VISA during her interview process at the embassy? Much appreciated.

Good afternoon; I have been working as a full-time employee for an international organization since 2011 in the DC area. I have a G4 Visa (non-resident alien) and wanted to host my niece (she has Italian nationality) as a visiting high-school student in 2024. I found the local Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP)-certified schools that can issue the papers for her to apply for the F Visa, and I understand that I will have to pay for the full unsubsidized cost of her education (I'll do it). It is still unclear to me if, with my Visa, I can provide accommodation and shelter for her and be listed on her papers as the primary host. I heard too many horror stories about hosting families provided by exchange associations and I don't want her to go that route since I live here and I am her uncle. Grateful for any answers you may provide.