First of all, I want to say that I really appreciate the work you do in helping people to navigate a complex and evolving legal landscape.

Now, for my question: Is a nonimmigrant considered to be "out of status" between steps (3) and (4) in the following timeline?

1. Arrive to the US with B-2 Visa

2. Apply for F-1 Visa

3. B-2 Visa expires

4. F-1 Visa granted

Additionally, is this considered a violation of the terms or conditions of their nonimmigrant status? From my understanding, they are in a "period of authorized stay" during this time, but I am curious about what this means in terms of status and potential violations of their status.

Thank you so much!