I am currently in Florida, with my M1 Visa, and have already paid a few thousands towards my PPL. Havent started my training yet. Since I do not trust they can train me towards a EASA license, I think I'm going to cut my losses and fly FAA PPL with them, and then hour build and convert. I do not believe I will see a penny of my money if I request a refund.
I think this way I would lose the least, hour building the required hours for EASA conversion is not a massive problem for me.