Posted by: ShaniDev May 18, 2025
TPS To F-1 COS
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I think it is a little risky with the current political climate. First and foremost condition to apply for F1 is the intention to return to the home country after graduation. If you show any intent to stay in the USA permanently, then F1 visa is denied.

Since you are on TPS, you must have come here before 2015, and do not have any intention to return to Nepal. The application is more likely to be denied - at least with the current administration. It is still worth the try if you are not worried about spending ~5K.

My suggestion would be to consult with the attorney if COS is the viable option, but you don't need attorney to file the application. Application should be pretty straightforward, and it is not worth paying money for that.

Hope that helps!!
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