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Visa Success Rate
25000+
Avg Tuition ($/yr)
6.5
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USA Study Visa Consultants in Pakistan
The United States hosts more international students than any country in the world — and remains the top choice for Pakistani students aiming at world-class research, generous scholarships, and the post-study OPT pathway. TheUniGrad supports students from across Pakistan with university shortlisting, SAT / GRE / GMAT prep, SOP and LOR drafting, I-20 acquisition, SEVIS payment, DS-160 filing, and full F-1 visa interview preparation for the US Embassy in Islamabad and Consulates in Karachi and Lahore.
Top Reasons to Study in the USA
- World's Top-Ranked Universities
- Generous Merit-Based Scholarships
- Diverse Campus Culture (1M+ Intl. Students)
- 1–3 Years OPT (STEM Extension)
- Cutting-Edge Research & Labs
- Pathway to H-1B & Green Card
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How It Works
USA Visa Application Process
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Free Counselling
Sit with our consultant, share your goals, decide your major, intake, and budget range.
Test Prep & University Apply
We guide IELTS / TOEFL / SAT / GRE / GMAT and submit applications via Common App or direct portals.
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Receive Offer & I-20
We secure your admission and obtain the I-20 form from your SEVIS-approved university.
SEVIS, DS-160 & Visa Filing
Pay SEVIS ($350), file DS-160, schedule your F-1 interview at US Embassy Islamabad / Consulate Karachi / Lahore.
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Visa Interview Prep & Fly
Mock interview, financial document drill, accommodation & flight arrangements — then you fly.
Plan Your Budget
Cost of Studying in the USA
$20k – $60k Tuition / Year
Public unis $20k–$35k · Private $40k–$60k+
$10k – $18k Living / Year
Varies by city — NYC, SF, Boston are highest
$535 Visa & SEVIS Fees
SEVIS $350 + MRV (visa) $185 — paid before interview
Be Prepared
Documents You'll Need
- Valid passport (≥6 months beyond stay)
- SEVIS payment receipt ($350)
- Visa appointment & MRV receipt ($185)
- IELTS / TOEFL + SAT / GRE / GMAT scorecards
- Bank statements & affidavit of support (for first year)
- I-20 form from US university
- DS-160 confirmation page
- Academic transcripts & degrees (attested)
- Statement of Purpose (SOP) & 2–3 LORs
- Two passport-size photos (US visa specs: 2"×2", white background)
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Got Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
The F-1 is the standard US student visa for full-time academic study at a SEVIS-approved university or college. You apply after receiving your I-20 form from the institution.
Undergraduate: IELTS 6.0–6.5 / TOEFL 80+ and SAT 1200+ (top schools require 1400+). Graduate: IELTS 6.5–7.0 / TOEFL 90–100 and GRE / GMAT depending on the program. Some universities have made tests optional — we'll tell you which ones during counselling.
You must demonstrate funds covering the first year's tuition + living costs (typically $30,000–$70,000 depending on the university). The exact figure is stated on your I-20.
SEVIS (Student and Exchange Visitor Information System) is the US tracking system for international students. The SEVIS I-901 fee for F-1 is $350, paid online before your visa interview.
At the US Embassy in Islamabad, or US Consulates in Karachi or Lahore. Wait times vary — apply at least 3–4 months before your intake.
Yes — F-1 students can work on-campus up to 20 hours/week during term and full-time during breaks. Off-campus work requires CPT or OPT authorization.
Optional Practical Training (OPT) allows F-1 graduates to work in the US for 12 months after graduation. If your degree is on the STEM Designated Degree List, you can extend OPT by an additional 24 months — total 3 years of post-study work.
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