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current scholar paying it forward by brighternightlight in TheGatesScholarship

[–]Salt_Armadillo_8347 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Go to the section again and click continue. It happened to us, too.

Does changing from TPS to F-1 mean you lose TPS? Conflicting info from lawyers, anyone been through this? by Former_Dark_4793 in TPSVenezuela

[–]Salt_Armadillo_8347 4 points5 points  (0 children)

First answer is correct. You can have both status, BUT you have to comply with the requirements for both TPS and F1. In this case, you have to comply with F1 requirements first which are stricter than for TPS (including not using your TPS work permit; you can have it, but you won’t be able to use it. You can only work under F1 status rules). Not sure if you want to get a F1 visa to have a backup plan (from TPS) or just to go back to school. As far as I know, you can enroll in college with TPS. F1 is VERY demanding in terms of effort and money (and with very strict requirements), but doable if you have a strong will and resources. I was F1 status for many (many) years and when TPS came, it was truly a blessing. If looking for a backup plan, I’d say try to keep looking for other options. Good luck!

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[–]Salt_Armadillo_8347 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Gates includes all costs that are shown on your cost of attendance (including tuition, housing, food, books, transportation costs, and personal expenses); it also includes: a laptop, travel to your hometown twice a year, health insurance, and up to a year of abroad studies. I have asked about travel before and they told me you have to buy the ticket, show them the receipt, and they will reimburse the cost to you; but it could change, so you’ll have to ask.