{"id":2481,"date":"2026-07-28T11:55:34","date_gmt":"2026-07-28T11:55:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/can-f1-student-get-green-card\/"},"modified":"2026-07-28T11:55:34","modified_gmt":"2026-07-28T11:55:34","slug":"can-f1-student-get-green-card","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/ar\/can-f1-student-get-green-card\/","title":{"rendered":"Can an F-1 Student Get a Green Card?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">\u062a\u0635\u0641\u062d \u0627\u0644\u0645\u062d\u062a\u0648\u0649<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"\u062a\u0628\u062f\u064a\u0644 \u062c\u062f\u0648\u0644 \u0627\u0644\u0645\u062d\u062a\u0648\u064a\u0627\u062a\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">\u062a\u0628\u062f\u064a\u0644<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/ar\/can-f1-student-get-green-card\/#Key_Takeaways\" >\u0627\u0644\u0648\u062c\u0628\u0627\u062a \u0627\u0644\u0631\u0626\u064a\u0633\u064a\u0629<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/ar\/can-f1-student-get-green-card\/#What_This_Guide_Covers\" >What This Guide Covers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/ar\/can-f1-student-get-green-card\/#Why_You_Transition_Not_Convert\" >Why You Transition, Not Convert<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/ar\/can-f1-student-get-green-card\/#The_Employment_Route\" >The Employment Route<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/ar\/can-f1-student-get-green-card\/#Family_and_Marriage\" >Family and Marriage<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/ar\/can-f1-student-get-green-card\/#Self-Petition_Routes\" >Self-Petition Routes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/ar\/can-f1-student-get-green-card\/#The_Intent_Issue\" >The Intent Issue<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/ar\/can-f1-student-get-green-card\/#When_to_Work_With_an_Immigration_Attorney\" >When to Work With an Immigration Attorney<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/ar\/can-f1-student-get-green-card\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >\u0627\u0644\u0623\u0633\u0626\u0644\u0629 \u0627\u0644\u0634\u0627\u0626\u0639\u0629<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/ar\/can-f1-student-get-green-card\/#Can_an_F-1_student_get_a_green_card\" >Can an F-1 student get a green card?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/ar\/can-f1-student-get-green-card\/#How_does_an_F-1_student_get_a_green_card_through_work\" >How does an F-1 student get a green card through work?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/ar\/can-f1-student-get-green-card\/#Can_I_get_a_green_card_by_marrying_while_on_F-1\" >Can I get a green card by marrying while on F-1?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/ar\/can-f1-student-get-green-card\/#Can_an_F-1_student_self-petition_for_a_green_card\" >Can an F-1 student self-petition for a green card?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/ar\/can-f1-student-get-green-card\/#Does_pursuing_a_green_card_affect_my_F-1_status\" >Does pursuing a green card affect my F-1 status?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/ar\/can-f1-student-get-green-card\/#Is_F-1_a_dual-intent_visa\" >Is F-1 a dual-intent visa?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/ar\/can-f1-student-get-green-card\/#Can_I_stay_in_the_US_the_whole_time_from_F-1_to_green_card\" >Can I stay in the U.S. the whole time from F-1 to green card?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/ar\/can-f1-student-get-green-card\/#What_is_the_best_route_from_F-1_to_a_green_card\" >What is the best route from F-1 to a green card?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/ar\/can-f1-student-get-green-card\/#Bottom_Line\" >\u062e\u0644\u0627\u0635\u0629 \u0627\u0644\u0642\u0648\u0644<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/ar\/can-f1-student-get-green-card\/#Sources\" >Sources<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/ar\/can-f1-student-get-green-card\/#Related_Articles\" >Related Articles<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>Yes, an F-1 student can get a green card, but not directly from the student visa; you transition through a qualifying route like employment, family, marriage, or a self-petition. <strong>An F-1 student getting a green card<\/strong> is common, though it requires moving from the temporary student status to an immigrant path. Because F-1 is a nonimmigrant status that generally assumes a temporary stay, you must be careful about intent, but many students successfully become permanent residents.<\/p>\n<p>This guide explains the main routes from F-1 to a green card and the intent issue. It connects to our guides on <a href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/ar\/change-from-f1-to-h1b\/\">changing from F-1 to H-1B<\/a> \u0648 <a href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/ar\/green-card-without-a-sponsor\/\">a green card without a sponsor<\/a>.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>An F-1 student aiming for a green card? Atlas Legal can map the routes that fit your profile. <a href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/ar\/contact\/\">Contact our team<\/a> to get started.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2 id=\"takeaways\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways\"><\/span>\u0627\u0644\u0648\u062c\u0628\u0627\u062a \u0627\u0644\u0631\u0626\u064a\u0633\u064a\u0629<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>F-1 does not lead directly to a green card; you transition through a route.<\/li>\n<li>Employment sponsorship, often via H-1B first, is a common path.<\/li>\n<li>Family and marriage to a citizen or resident are other routes.<\/li>\n<li>Self-petition categories like EB-1A and NIW do not need an employer.<\/li>\n<li>F-1 intent rules mean you must plan the transition carefully.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"toc\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_This_Guide_Covers\"><\/span>What This Guide Covers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#transition\">Why you transition, not convert<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#employment\">The employment route<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#family\">Family and marriage<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#selfpetition\">Self-petition routes<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#intent\">The intent issue<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#faq\">Frequently asked questions<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"transition\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_You_Transition_Not_Convert\"><\/span>Why You Transition, Not Convert<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The F-1 student visa is a nonimmigrant status for studying temporarily. It does not itself lead to permanent residence. To get a green card, you move onto an immigrant path through a separate qualifying basis.<\/p>\n<p>So the question is not whether F-1 becomes a green card, but which route you use to transition. Many students do this successfully, often stepping through a work visa first.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"employment\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Employment_Route\"><\/span>The Employment Route<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A very common path is employment. Many F-1 students use Optional Practical Training to work after graduation, then move to an H-1B work visa through an employer, and later pursue an employment-based green card sponsored by that employer.<\/p>\n<p>This step-by-step route, from F-1 to OPT to H-1B to a green card, is well established. Our guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/ar\/change-from-f1-to-h1b\/\">changing from F-1 to H-1B<\/a> covers the first key transition.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"family\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Family_and_Marriage\"><\/span>Family and Marriage<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Family relationships offer another route. An F-1 student who marries a U.S. citizen can pursue a marriage-based green card, and other qualifying family relationships can also lead to permanent residence.<\/p>\n<figure>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>\u0627\u0644\u0645\u0633\u0627\u0631<\/th>\n<th>Basis<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Employment<\/td>\n<td>Employer sponsorship, often after H-1B<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Marriage<\/td>\n<td>To a U.S. citizen or permanent resident<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\u0627\u0644\u0623\u0633\u0631\u0629<\/td>\n<td>Another qualifying family relationship<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Self-petition<\/td>\n<td>EB-1A or the EB-2 national interest waiver<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n<p>Marriage to a citizen makes you an immediate relative, which can be a relatively direct path, subject to the intent considerations discussed below.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"selfpetition\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Self-Petition_Routes\"><\/span>Self-Petition Routes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Some F-1 students qualify for self-petition green cards that do not need an employer. EB-1A for extraordinary ability and the EB-2 national interest waiver allow you to petition based on your own achievements or work.<\/p>\n<p>These are demanding, requiring strong evidence, but they can suit exceptional students, researchers, or founders. Our guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/ar\/green-card-without-a-sponsor\/\">a green card without a sponsor<\/a> explains these options.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"intent\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Intent_Issue\"><\/span>The Intent Issue<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Because F-1 is a nonimmigrant status that assumes a temporary stay, you must be mindful of immigrant intent. Taking steps toward a green card while on F-1 can raise questions, especially around travel and visa renewals.<\/p>\n<p>Careful timing helps. Some steps, like beginning a green card process, can affect your ability to travel on F-1 or renew the visa. Planning the transition with attention to intent protects your status.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"attorney\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_Work_With_an_Immigration_Attorney\"><\/span>When to Work With an Immigration Attorney<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Moving from F-1 to a green card involves timing, intent, and choosing the right route. Legal help is valuable when you are planning the transition, when you are weighing employment, marriage, or self-petition routes, when travel or visa renewal could raise intent concerns, or when your profile might support a self-petition. An attorney can map and time the path. Outcomes depend on the facts of each case.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"faq\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>\u0627\u0644\u0623\u0633\u0626\u0644\u0629 \u0627\u0644\u0634\u0627\u0626\u0639\u0629<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_an_F-1_student_get_a_green_card\"><\/span>Can an F-1 student get a green card?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, but not directly from the student visa. You transition to a green card through a qualifying route, such as employment sponsorship, often via H-1B first, marriage to a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, another family relationship, or a self-petition like EB-1A or the national interest waiver. Because F-1 assumes a temporary stay, you must plan the transition carefully, especially around intent.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_does_an_F-1_student_get_a_green_card_through_work\"><\/span>How does an F-1 student get a green card through work?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A common path is to use Optional Practical Training after graduation, move to an H-1B work visa through an employer, and then pursue an employment-based green card sponsored by that employer. This step-by-step route, from F-1 to OPT to H-1B to a green card, is well established. Each step has its own requirements and timing, including the H-1B cap in many cases.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_get_a_green_card_by_marrying_while_on_F-1\"><\/span>Can I get a green card by marrying while on F-1?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes. An F-1 student who marries a U.S. citizen can pursue a marriage-based green card as an immediate relative, which can be a relatively direct path. Marrying a permanent resident is also a route, in a preference category. You must be mindful of intent, since F-1 is a temporary status, and a genuine marriage with proper timing is important to avoid misrepresentation concerns.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_an_F-1_student_self-petition_for_a_green_card\"><\/span>Can an F-1 student self-petition for a green card?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Some can. Self-petition categories like EB-1A for extraordinary ability and the EB-2 national interest waiver do not require an employer, and a strong F-1 student, researcher, or founder may qualify. These routes are demanding and require substantial evidence of your achievements or the national importance of your work. They allow you to pursue permanent residence based on your own record rather than a sponsor.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_pursuing_a_green_card_affect_my_F-1_status\"><\/span>Does pursuing a green card affect my F-1 status?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It can raise intent concerns, since F-1 assumes a temporary stay. Taking steps toward a green card may affect your ability to travel on F-1 or renew the visa, because officers consider whether you still intend a temporary stay. Careful timing helps you manage this. Some students maintain F-1 while transitioning; others move to a dual-intent status like H-1B first to reduce the concern.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_F-1_a_dual-intent_visa\"><\/span>Is F-1 a dual-intent visa?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>F-1 is generally not a dual-intent visa, meaning it assumes you intend a temporary stay, unlike H-1B or L-1, which allow immigrant intent. This is why F-1 students must be careful when pursuing a green card, especially around travel and visa renewals. Moving to a dual-intent status, such as H-1B, before actively pursuing a green card can reduce the intent concern for many students.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_stay_in_the_US_the_whole_time_from_F-1_to_green_card\"><\/span>Can I stay in the U.S. the whole time from F-1 to green card?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Often yes, if you maintain valid status at each step and transition carefully. Many students go from F-1 to OPT to H-1B to a green card without leaving, using adjustment of status at the end. Gaps or missteps in status can cause problems, so careful planning is essential. Coordinating the timing of each step helps you remain in the U.S. throughout the process.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_best_route_from_F-1_to_a_green_card\"><\/span>What is the best route from F-1 to a green card?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There is no single best route; it depends on your situation. Employment sponsorship suits many graduates, marriage fits those with a citizen or resident spouse, and self-petition routes suit exceptional profiles. The right path depends on your career, relationships, and qualifications. An honest assessment of your options helps identify the route most likely to succeed for you, and no path guarantees approval.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"conclusion\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bottom_Line\"><\/span>\u062e\u0644\u0627\u0635\u0629 \u0627\u0644\u0642\u0648\u0644<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>An F-1 student can get a green card by transitioning through a qualifying route, most commonly employment via OPT and H-1B, marriage or family, or a self-petition like EB-1A or the national interest waiver. Because F-1 assumes a temporary stay, plan the transition carefully around intent. The right route depends on your profile. Each case depends on its own facts.<\/p>\n<p>If you are an F-1 student aiming for a green card, Atlas Legal Immigration Law can help you plan. Reach us at <strong>1750 E Golf Rd Ste 214, Schaumburg, IL 60173<\/strong>, call <strong>(+1) 872 382 2762<\/strong>, or email <strong>info@theatlaslegal.com<\/strong>. Learn more on our <a href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/ar\/services\/\">services page<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<p><em>Reviewed by the Atlas Legal Immigration Law editorial team. Last reviewed on July 28, 2026.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"sources\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sources\"><\/span>Sources<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uscis.gov\/working-in-the-united-states\/students-and-exchange-visitors\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Students and Exchange Visitors<\/a><\/li>\n<li>U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uscis.gov\/green-card\/green-card-eligibility-categories\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Green Card Eligibility Categories<\/a><\/li>\n<li>U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uscis.gov\/working-in-the-united-states\/permanent-workers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Employment-Based Immigration<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>This article is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Immigration laws, government fees, policies, and processing times may change. Reading this article or contacting Atlas Legal does not by itself create an attorney-client relationship. The outcome of any immigration matter depends on its individual facts and circumstances.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"related\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Related_Articles\"><\/span>Related Articles<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/ar\/change-from-f1-to-h1b\/\">Can I Change From F-1 to H-1B?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/ar\/green-card-without-a-sponsor\/\">Can I Get a Green Card Without a Sponsor?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/ar\/f1-students-work-off-campus\/\">Can F-1 Students Work Off Campus?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/ar\/green-card-through-work\/\">Green Card Through Work: Employment-Based Options<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Yes, but not directly. F-1 students transition to a green card through employment (often via H-1B), marriage or family, or a self-petition. 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