Highschool Question - F1

[Benzema19 0]

Hey guys,

I am currently on a J1 visa which expires on August 1st. I am with an organization in America and my school in Oklahoma City ends on May 24th. I want to finish my high school senior year in Dallas to get in-state prices for UTD. My cousin already filled out the guardianship form and talked to that school. They said everything is fine since he is a citizen and older than 21. So my question is now do I have to go back to Germany to get my visa or can I just switch from F1 to J1?

Thanks

[Penguin_ie 5,993]

Do you mean from J1 to F1, as you state you have a J1 now?

I know it is possible to switch from a B2 to a F1 without leaving the country, so it should be possible.

[Benzema19 0]

Thank you. Oh yeah my bad I am sorry. I will call the school tomorrow and ask if they know about it. Because I really don't want to buy those expensive plane tickets

[NigeriaorBust 4,087]

Does your family know that they have to PAY for the costs of high school. As an F1 student you are now allowed to attend a public school for free.

[Harsh_77 718]

Also double check with school, most high school would not have a DSO nor they are aware of the I-20 and F1 visa.

As not many folks come to US for high school, make sure you have all the correct paperwork.

[Benzema19 0]

Yes my family knows that they have to cover the costs. Ok thank you I will pay attention to that.