Over the past several years, the U.S. has been the benchmark of education and
premium standards of living through its diverse and specialized programs.
- Currently, the U.S. is the number one destination for international
students seeking to attain an advanced head start in their careers.
- Availability of financial aid in terms of scholarships and bursaries is
another major incentive for international students to study in the U.S.
- On completion of their degrees, students are often authorized to work
in the U.S. in their field of interest for approximately one year.
- The universities, colleges and institutions in the U.S. have
collaborations with employers and researchers in different areas of
study where students can gain professional work experience.
- The secondary education system in the U.S. is broadly divided into
public universities, private universities, community colleges, and other
higher education institutions which provide a plethora of choices for
interested students.
Applying for a Course or
Institute
Intakes
There are 4 intakes in USA universities and colleges:
- Spring: January/February
- Fall: August/September
- Summer: April/May
- Winter: December
English Language Requirements
Students need to meet both a sufficient level of English language proficiency
and the minimum academic requirements before they can be admitted to a U.S.
university or college. Post Graduate applicants may need GMAT or GRE scores.
Undergraduate applicants may need SAT or ACT scores. As these exams are
highly competitive, students will need to have strong preparation in order
to score well.
Cost
The tuition fees to study abroad in the U.S.
vary from course to course and university to university. An Undergraduate or
Graduate degree can cost anywhere between 15,000 and 40,000 USD
approximately
per year. The cost of studying for a Post Graduate degree may be anywhere
between 15,000 and 60,000 USD. The estimated living cost or living expenses
in
the U.S. may be between 10,000 to 30,000 USD approximately per year.