Yes. With the exception of working, an H-4 or L-2 can do pretty much anything legal they like in their spare time.
There are a few things to keep in mind:
- Some university programs require an internship or a teaching or research assistantship. You may not be able to complete such a program without work authorization. If you are on an H-4, this means that you cannot complete the course without switching to F-1 or another appropriate status.
- In some cases, you may be able to pay in-state tuition if you are studying with an H-4 or L-2, while you would be paying out-of-state tuition if you used an F-1 student visa.
- Time spent on H-4 or L-2 counts towards the six year limit (or the five year/seven year limit on L-2). Time spent on F-1 does not
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