We recommend that you consult the
U.S. Department of State Web site Destination USA to learn about the visa application process required by your local consular office. Most students apply for a visa at the consular office that has jurisdiction over their place of residence. You may apply for a visa at any U.S. Consular Office, but third-country nationals (define) may find it more difficult to secure a visa.
Please be prepared for your visa interview by having all of the following documentation with you:
- visa application forms, provided by the U.S. Embassy or Consulate
- passport valid for six months beyond the date you will enter the United States
- photograph that meets specifications
- visa fee payment receipt
- Certificate of Eligibility (I-20 or DS-2019)
- letter of admission from Ball State University
- evidence of sufficient English proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS results)
- evidence of sufficient financial documentation
- evidence of sufficient ties to your home country