Study in the States: Provides great information for students before, during, and after their studies! Many of the other websites listed below are found on this website too!
U.S. Department of State: The Department of State issues visas through U.S. consulates and embassies, many of which offer student-specific information on their websites. DoS can help you through many steps of the process of studying in the United States, including finding the right school or program, getting a visa, or becoming an exchange visitor.
Travel.State.Gov: At Travel.state.gov you can find information about getting a visa.
EducationUSA: EducationUSA can help you with information on the process of selecting a school and a course of study in the United States. With over 400 advising centers in 170 countries, EducationUSA represents the largest group of advisers committed to promoting accredited United States higher education institutions to over 14 million students and parents with whom they have contact each year.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection: The United States Customs and Border Protection is one of the Department of Homeland Security's largest and most complex components, with a priority mission of keeping terrorists and their weapons out of the United States. It also has a responsibility for securing and facilitating trade and travel while enforcing hundreds of regulations, including immigration and drug laws.
International students will interact directly with CBP Officials at the Port of Entry (POE) when entering and exiting the United States.