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Currency
CurrencyUS Dollar
Capital
CapitalWashington DC
Dialing Code
Dialing Code+1
GDP
GDP $25.035 Trillion
Universities
Universities3,982
Language
LanguageEnglish
Population
Population335 Million
International Students
International Students1,075,496
Currency
CurrencyUS Dollar
Capital
CapitalWashington DC
Capital
CapitalWashington DC
Dialing Code
Dialing Code+1
Dialing Code
Dialing Code+1
GDP
GDP $25.035 Trillion
GDP
GDP $25.035 Trillion
Universities
Universities3,982
Universities
Universities3,982
Language
LanguageEnglish
Language
LanguageEnglish
Population
Population335 Million
Population
Population335 Million
International Students
International Students1,075,496
International Students
International Students1,075,496

Top Universities

Discover the Best Universities in the Country!

QS Ranking: 1001
University of Alabama

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Tuscaloosa, Alabama(6 IELTS)

University of Alabama

QS Ranking: 350
University of Connecticut

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Storrs, Connecticut(6.5 IELTS)

University of Connecticut

QS Ranking: 219
Arizona State University

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Tucson, Arizona(6.5 IELTS)

Arizona State University

QS Ranking: 1201
California State University

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San Bernardino, Los Angeles(6 IELTS)

California State University

QS Ranking: 453
University of California

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Berkeley, California(7 IELTS)

University of California

QS Ranking: 1452
San Jose State University

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San Jose, California(6 IELTS)

San Jose State University

QS Ranking: 531
University of Delaware

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Newark, Delaware(6.5 IELTS)

University of Delaware

QS Ranking: 431
Colorado State University

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Fort Collins, Colorado(6 IELTS)

Colorado State University

QS Ranking: 285
University of Illinois Chicago

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Chicago, Illinois(6.5 IELTS)

University of Illinois Chicago

QS Ranking: 801
George Mason University

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Fairfax, Virginia(6.5 IELTS)

George Mason University

QS Ranking: 1001
University of Alabama

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Tuscaloosa, Alabama(6 IELTS)

University of Alabama

QS Ranking: 350
University of Connecticut

Compare 297+ Courses

Storrs, Connecticut(6.5 IELTS)

University of Connecticut

Admission Checklist

Your Essential USA University Checklist!

Evidence of English proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS)
ACT/SAT/LSAT
GMAT/GRE
Academic documentation
Letters of Academic Recommendation
Employer/manager letters of recommendation
CV/Resume
Statement of Purpose (SOP)
Essays
Portfolio
Extracurricular activity certificates
Proof of funds
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Things to know in USA

Get a closer look at the essential information about university admission.

How to apply?

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UG Applications are submitted directly through the websites of each university.

Cost Estimate

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$24,000- $32,000 (INR 17,84,745 -23,79,660) per year

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Career Opportunities

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Part-time Work Opportunities

You can work up to 20 hours a week with your student visa. The F-1 visa allows you to work on-campus and off-campus after the first academic year is over. Additionally, students can work up to 40 hours per week during breaks.

Post-study Work VISA

With an F-1 visa, students who have successfully completed a Bachelors or Masters program can apply for an Optional Practical Training (OPT) extension and stay in the United States for an additional 12 months. STEM OPT extension provides students pursuing STEM courses with extra 17 months. Additionally, with a J-1 or M-1 visa, students have 30 days to apply for a work visa.

Budget Forecast

Here is a breakdown of the average monthly living expenses in USA for international students:

Monthly Living Expenses

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Approx. $2800

Transport
$500 - $1,000
Rent
$700 - $1,000
Food
$300 - $500
Miscellaneous
$600 - $1,000
*Please note that the prices provided are approximate and may vary!

VISA Options

Since you will be traveling to USA on a Student VISA, checkout your VISA Options before applying for one

F1
Type - study

After successfully completing your course, this visa permits you to stay in the USA for a year. Addi...

$160

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M-1
Type - study

This visa is preferable for students heading to the USA for vocational/non-academic / training cours...

$160

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J-1
Type - study

It is intended for people who want to participate in work-and-study exchange and visitor programs in...

$160

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Frequently asked questions

Yes, students can work along with their studies in the United States. You can take up on-campus work opportunities such as working at the library, cafeteria, student center, or tour guide. After your first academic year is successfully over, you are also allowed to work off-campus. The maximum number of hours is 20 hours per week and 40 hours a week during breaks. Working while studying in the USA greatly helps you with taking care of your expenses as well as provides you with exposure to working and gaining skill sets.

There are various exams that are required to take to study in the USA. Depending on the requirements of the degree that you would like to pursue and the university application requirements. For English language entrances, you will have to go for TOEFL or PTE. When planning to pursue your undergraduate degree, then SAT or ACE is necessary. GMAT or GRE is essential for getting into a postgraduate degree. Additionally, MCAT is attempted for a medical degree, and the LSAT is for a law degree in the USA.

TOEFL is most commonly accepted in the USA, while IELTS is preferable in other countries. There are an ample number of universities in the USA, each with its own set of requirements which may include either of the language entrance courses. If you are looking to get into the top universities in the USA such as Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Stanford University, Harvard University, University of Chicago, etc, then TOEFL is the one you need to attempt.

The USA hosts a number of 3,982 universities. Each with its own strengths and weaknesses, but with the guarantee of quality education. Top universities in the USA for international students are Stanford University, California Institute of Technology (Caltech), Harvard University, University of Pennsylvania etc. Interestingly, out of the top 100 universities in the world, the USA alone has approximately 48 of them enclosed.

One of the major concerns while planning to study here is if the USA is expensive for international students. While, the cost to study in the USA latterly depends on the university and program you choose to go for, along with your daily preferences of food, commuting, living, etc. When you are planning to undertake UG courses, the approximate tuition fee will be between INR 17,80,000 and INR 23,00,000. A Post graduate degree in the USA, in comparison, will cost you between INR 26,00,000 and 22,50,000.

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