Erthwhile

Hi there, basically this is it. I'm going to marry my US fiancée in italy next October. At the very same time, i will be applying to a MAB program in the USA. if I'll be admitted to the program, I'll have to get a F-1 visa but... my question is... can I go through the green card process while on f.1 status or not? What should I do to be able to stay in the USA after completion of my program to live with my future wife? thanks a lot for your help! Roberto