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Study in the US

Globally accepted degrees
Tensile education system
Study and earn simultaneously
Flexible scholarship programs
Amazing campus life

Why USA?

The USA is considered as the go-to destination for education because of its world-renowned universities with a top-quality education system, and a variety of cultures the country has to offer. In most of the universities, the average class size is 15-20 students, which enables every student to attain individual attention and help them gain more practical oriented knowledge.

As it is a technology leader and the centre for excellence for the day to day innovative and leading-edge technologies, it provides students with many opportunities to work with the best technology companies in the world. For students who are ardent about research, USA is considered as the best place to study, as it has research-oriented education with a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs to study. In the USA, students have the flexibility to choose courses from other majors/departments according to their interests. STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) Programs have 3 years of optional practical training (OPT) i.e, one could opt for 12 months plus 24 months of extension to stay back after masters.

Top 10 Reasons to Study in USA

USA has a high Reputation
Quality of Teaching & Research
Best Universities for Technology & Research
Contribute with Research
Course Flexibility
High Paying Jobs
Engaging Campus – Learn beyond Classrooms
Great Career after Graduation
Opportunity to get Assistantships & Scholarships
STEM OPT: Optional Practical Training – 12 +24 Months Extension (36 Months)

How it’s like in the USA

USA is said to be the best place to Live, Learn and grow, as people there are individualistic, and are passionate and practical about what they do. USA hosts the most international students in the world. It is said that 35% of the country’s students come across the world to study in the USA, which creates a multicultural environment. Within the Universities, there are many student organizations, technical clubs, events and other extracurricular activities to help students develop their interpersonal skills, and expand their horizons. The university campuses are safe and encourage students to live independently, which, in turn, empowers students to face new experiences which helps facilitate their growth.

Cost of Living and Affordability

USA has the most affordable living expenses when compared to other countries. The estimated cost of living for a student who wants to live on campus would be $9,000 – $12,000 per year (Varied by Location & Experience in top ranked universities), which includes the expenses of room, board, food, travel and accommodation. Whereas, for students who want to live off-campus would be between $500 to $1000 per month. Urban Cities are typically expensive, and living is around $ 1000 per month. Most of the Graduate students from India prefer living off-campus because they can manage to cut down living expenses. Apart from these expenses, there would be some miscellaneous expenses which involve transportation, laptop, entertainment, etc.

Tuition Costs

It is important to understand the return on your investment and value for your money. The tuition fee for graduate programs varies with the universities, ranging from $15,000 to $30,000 per year. Some of the IVY league and private universities are expensive. However, most of the universities offer merit-based scholarships depending upon students UG percentage and GRE Scores.

Admission in USA universities is based on students’ academic grades as well as their score in the admission test, such as GRE/TOEFL/IELTS/PTE/DET. Student applying for an undergraduate course, student should take SAT/ACT test and for Masters student to need to take aptitude score test GRE or GMAT along with English Proficiency Test TOEFL/IELTS/PTE/DET

Admission Process involves 6 major steps

University Selection
Supporting materials
Online Application Submission (Application Fee Payment)
Track Applications
Submitting Financial Statements
Apply for Visa

Major Intakes

Fall – August Intake (Fall is Popular for international Students)
Spring – January intake
Late Spring – March intake
Summer – May/ June intake

Online Application process:

Create Account (Username & Password) & Log in to Start Filling Online Application
Submit: Contact Information, Program Information, Previous Education History & Work History/Employment History (If Applicant has any work exp)
Standard Test Scores (GRE & TOEFL/IELTS/PTE/DET)
Select Letter of Recommendations (Online/Offline)
Upload Transcripts, SOP, Resume
Review, Submit & Pay the Application Fee.

Once Admitted, students need to submit their financial documents in order to receive i20. After receiving i20, the VISA process must be initiated by filing DS 160 form, paying the VISA fees, SEVIS Fees and then schedule a VISA date.

University Selection Factors

Ranking & Accreditation Ranking of the University
Course Curriculum – Program Strength
Score Requirements – Aggregate percentage, Test Scores GRE/ English Scores
Tuition fees
Scholarship
Research opportunities (Possibility of Assistantship)
Location: Cost of living & Weather

USA Process Checklist

Undergraduate Transcripts / Memos
Test Scores
Letter of Recommendations – 3
Statement of Purpose
Resume/CV
Passport Copy
Financial Statements of 1 year

VISA Interview Checklist

All applicants for a US Non-Immigrant visa in F1 Category need to appear for the VISA Interview at US Consulate/embassy. After getting i20 from USA University (SEVIS ID) of your choice, you can apply for the F1 visa 120 days before you are scheduled to start your program. OFC Appointment: Passport & DS-160 Confirmation Page & Interview Appointment Confirmation Page

VISA Appointment Letter: DS 160 Confirmation Page
Passport & I20
SEVIS Fee $350 Payment Receipt
Academic Documents
GRE / GMAT Scorecard /TOEFL / IELTS / PTE / DET Scorecard
Savings & Education Loan Letter
Income Proof (Salary Certificate / Income Tax)
Photocopy of Property Papers
Work Experience Letter/Certifications/Internships (if applicable)

Popular Courses

Computer Science
Data Science / Data Analytics
Engineering – Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, Civil, Biomedical
Information Systems / Information Science / Information Technology
Business Analytics
Health Informatics / Health Care Informatics
Management Information Systems
Pharmaceutics
Engineering Management
Business Management
Construction Management

Career Prospects

USA is the world’s leading terminal for international students, which would bring you an opportunity to mingle with different cultured people and improve your interpersonal skills. The international exposure will not only widen your cultural horizons, but also, teach you how to be more flexible, tolerant, adaptable and empathetic, which will shape you as a better person. Hence, International students land up with superior career prospects and employment skills.

USA is the biggest Technology Innovator, which is why students could get an opportunity to work with the best companies in the world. Also, One can have STEM OPT for 36 months, and USA allows an opportunity to continue working on H1b work VISA.

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