Hi,

I’m Karyna — originally from Belarus, I came to the U.S. through the Work & Travel program in Myrtle Beach. Over the past 10 years, I’ve earned a college degree in web design and a bachelor’s degree in marketing, bought my own home, explored five different career fields, and launched my own marketing company.

As I pursued my dreams in the U.S. and helped my friends and family navigate their own moves here, I started sharing my experiences on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok — talking about immigration and life in America.

Along the way, I also began working with a company that helps international students come to the U.S. to study English and enroll in professional courses.

Today, my mission is to make it easier for people like you to create your own success story in the U.S. — whether you’re looking to study, work, or start a new chapter of your life here.

I now have over 5 years of experience working with international students coming to the U.S., along with a strong network of schools, employers, and immigration attorneys.

I know how to help you secure a student visa to the U.S. or change your status if you’re already in the country, and how to select universities that fit both your goals and budget.

Through my social media community — which trusts and regularly turns to me for advice — I saw a clear need. That’s why I founded my visa agency, Karyna USA THRIVE Educational Consulting. We help people from around the world travel, study English, and enroll in programs across the U.S., Canada, Europe, and the UK.

We partner with dozens of language schools globally, giving international students opportunities to pursue English and professional courses on a student visa. Many study language for several years, then either continue on to American colleges and universities, return home to high-paying jobs, or — if eligible — start an immigration process and ultimately receive green cards.

How do you change your status from J-1 to F-1?

We can help you navigate this transition, from selecting the right school and securing admission to coordinating with trusted immigration attorneys who will handle your change-of-status paperwork.

Typical costs for changing status:

Attorney fees: $650–$1,800. We’ll connect you with reputable attorneys. While you can file on your own, we recommend professional help to minimize the risk of denial. If you already have an attorney, we’re happy to coordinate with them.
USCIS fee: $455 — paid to process your new status.
SEVIS fee: $350 — a one-time fee to the U.S. government.
School processing fee: $100–$200.
School selection & application support: $250.
Tuition: starting at $430/month, depending on the program. We’ll guide you and get updated pricing from your preferred schools.
Financial guarantee: you’ll need to show a bank balance of about $2,500/month — not paid, just documented to prove to the school you can support your studies.