Get the Proper Visa for Academic English
F-1 visa
If you will be enrolled in classes at the Intensive American Language Center, you will most likely be issued an F-1 visa.
An F-1 visa allows an international student to enter the United States to study in a language and/or academic program. If you are studying at WSU on an F-1 visa, you must comply with U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) requirements, as well as university requirements.J-1 visa
A J-1 student visa allows you to participate in study-based exchange programs in the United States. If you are studying in a language and/or academic program at WSU on a J-1 visa, you must comply with regulations of the U.S. Department of State, as well as university requirements.
Are you bringing dependents?
Your spouse and unmarried children under 21 may accompany you while you pursue a program of study, research, or teaching in the United States.