The Visa Waiver Program is perfect for parents of students who wish to visit their children over breaks, for prospective families who wish to tour IMG Academies before making their application decision, and for campers staying less than 90 days.   

You may be eligible to utilize the Visa Waiver Program  IF: 1)  You will stay in the USA for less than 90 days and 2)  you are a citizen of one of the following countries:

Participants who meet the requirements for the Visa Waiver Program do not need to visit the Embassy for a tourist or student visa.   The purpose of their trip is assumed to be tourism or business, however.  The Visa Waiver Program is not appropriate for a student.   

VWP travelers are required to have a valid authorization through the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) prior to travel, are screened at the port of entry into the United States, and are enrolled in the Department of Homeland Security’s US-VISIT  program.

Note that leaving the USA after 90 days is MANDATORY.   There is absolutely no way to change your status to student or long-term tourist while remaining in the USA.  

Please read this PDF for further information:   http://travel.state.gov/pdf/VWP-QuickReferenceGuide.pdf