F-1 VISA PROGRAM

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ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Welcome to the Ballet Arts F-1 visa Professional Fine Arts Training Program located in the heart of NYC. Our F-1 visa Open Certificate Program is a 5-year renewable program open to F-1 visa students at any level and experience.

No audition is required for application or acceptance.

Our program offers classes 7 days a week, featuring various technique levels and dance styles. F-1 students have the flexibility to customize their course study based on their concentration, needs, goals, and interests. Located in the historic New York City Center building, we provide a dynamic and friendly environment where F-1 students of diverse technique levels train alongside professional dancers from around the world.

We accept:

New F-1 Visa Students
In-Status F-1 Transfer Students
Change of Status Application Students
Short-term (3-6 Month Program) F-1 available

NEW F-1 STUDENTS

Ballet Arts is authorized by USCIS and SEVIS to accept and enroll F-1 visa students from any country in our 5-year program, renewable each year upon review. Ballet Arts F-1 program tuition is $700 USD per month, which includes 52 classes per month. Our shortest course of study is three months.

To Apply:

Complete the Online Application Form.
Scan and submit a copy of your passport.
Provide Financial Documentation.

Submit a bank statement showing a minimum balance equivalent to $18,700 USD, which covers:
One year’s tuition: $8,400
Estimated NYC living expenses: $10,300
Financial Sponsor documentation is acceptable from family/friends if accompanied by a brief letter of verification.

NOTE: The $18,700 minimum balance applies to a 12-month program. For shorter study periods (minimum 3 months), the required amount of financial documentation will be adjusted proportionally.

Arrange an initial payment of $2,300 USD which includes:

$200 registration
$2,100 (three-month’s tuition deposit)
If paying by credit card, please submit $2,336 USD which includes a 3% processing fee.

WHEN PAYMENT IS EXPECTED
Important: The $200 registration fee is non-refundable.

Email all documents to: SEVIS@balart.com.

When you receive your Acceptance Letter and Form I-20 from Ballet Arts, sign and date the first page where indicated.

OBTAINING YOUR F-1 VISA

Schedule an appointment online through the website of your local U.S. Embassy or Consulate.
Pay all required government fees ($200 Visa application fee to the Embassy and $350 I-901 fee to SEVIS). The I-901 fee may be paid online at (https://www.fmjfee.com/i901fee/index.html). Bring your I-901 purchase receipt to your Embassy interview.

During your Embassy interview, bring the following:

Valid passport (minimum 6 months)
I-20 form and acceptance letter from Ballet Arts
Passport photos
Financial statements showing a minimum of $18,700 USD
Your I-901 fee payment receipt

Once your F-1 visa is approved, you’re ready to begin your journey. Your student status officially begins when you enter the U.S. and report to Ballet Arts. Welcome to NYC - the Big Apple!

You may enter the USA up to 30 days before your Ballet Arts starting date, but no later than the program start date. If you face delays, Ballet Arts can issue an adjusted I-20 before your arrival.

When you travel to the USA, remember to carry all important documents with you in your carry-on luggage. After your arrival, report to Ballet Arts within 3 days, bringing the documents you submitted at immigration and your local contact information.

For further information contact us by email at: sevis@balart.com

Or phone: 212-582-3350

Staff members are proficient in Japanese, Mandarin, Korean, Spanish, Russian, and Portuguese.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Ballet Arts Center for Dance, where you will flourish as a professional fine arts dancer.

F-1 TRANSFER APPLICANTS

In addition to the steps above, please also submit:

• A copy of your valid current I-20

Upon acceptance, Ballet Arts will issue an Acceptance Letter and Transfer Form. Submit both to your current school’s PDSO, and coordinate your SEVIS transfer/release date.

PAYMENT INFORMATION

NOTE: A 3% convenience fee applies to credit/debit card or PayPal transactions.

All other methods are fee-free.

CREDIT or DEBIT CARD:

If you don’t already have one, create your account or sign in

Go to the Student Payment Page.

Visit the MindBody Payment Portal

Select a Payment Option.

Choose the appropriate item from the dropdown list: Account Payment > Initial F1 Deposit
or I-20 Renewal

Enter the Total Amount.

Include a 3% convenience fee (e.g., $700 + 3% = $721)

Notify Us of Your Payment.

Send a confirmation email to: sevis@balart.com

ZELLE:

Send Zelle payment to: stephen@stephenreed.com
Notify us via email: sevis@balart.com

VENMO:

Venmo Username: @Ballet-Arts
Notify us via email: sevis@balart.com

CASH or CHECK:

Cash and checks are accepted at any time
Contact us at sevis@balart.com to arrange payment

PAYPAL:

Paypal to: balletarts@msn.com
Add 3% to your total
Notify us via email: sevis@balart.com