Study in USA

Why study in United States of America?

American education has formed a niche for itself that has sustained years of trying and testing. Some of the salient features of USA as the study destination are:

  • Highest international acceptability and reputation.
  • As an investment in your future, a U.S. degree offers excellent value for the money. A wide range of tuition fees and living costs, plus some financial help from universities, make study in the United States affordable for thousands of students.
  • Students have the freedom to choose from various courses within their university and have a choice of migrating from one institute to the other. Beyond the classroom walls, countless extra-curricular activities give students a chance to develop leadership skills and community spirit. U.S. universities promote outside-class learning through varied social, cultural, and sports activities.
  • Jobs and stay back options.
  • Top Ranking Institutions almost half of the top 100 Universities in the world are in USA.
  • Opportunity of practical training during or after study.
  • Financial Assistance available for meritorious students.
  • International students are allowed to work 20 hours per week during their course and 40 hours per week during their vacations.
  • They can make up to 9 to 15 $ per hour.
  • An F-1 student is generally entitled up to one year of post-completion practical training. Authorization for this type of practical training may be granted for a maximum of 12 months and starts once you have graduated or completed your course of study.

List of colleges in USA

  • University of California Riverside
  • Argosy University
  • Berkeley College
  • Bryant University
  • California Lutheran University
  • California State University Monterey Bay Campus
  • California State University, Bakersfield
  • California State University, San Bernardino
  • City University Seattle
  • Cleveland State University
  • College of Lake County
  • Colorado State University
  • Colorado State University, Pueblo
  • Concordia University, Chicago
  • Drury University
  • Florida Gulf Coast University
  • Florida International University
  • George Mason University
  • Hult International Business School
  • Humboldt State University
  • Indiana Institute of Technology
  • James Madison University
  • Johnson & Wales University
  • Kent State University
  • Long Island University - Brooklyn
  • Long Island University - Post
  • Marshall University
  • Montana State University - Bozeman
  • Morrisville State College
  • Muhlenberg College
  • New York at Drew University
  • Northeastern University
  • Northern Arizona University
  • Northwest Missouri State University
  • Oregon State University
  • Pace University
  • Quinnipiac University
  • Rivier University
  • Roosevelt University
  • San Francisco State University
  • San Jose State University
  • Southern New Hampshire University
  • St. Peters University, New York
  • Suffolk University
  • SUNY University at Albany
  • Texas A&M University Corpus Christi
  • The City College of New York
  • The State University of New York
  • The University of New Hampshire
  • The University of Rhode Island
  • The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
  • The University of Wisconsin - Green Bay
  • United States University
  • University of Alabama at Birmingham
  • University of Cincinnati
  • University of Colorado Denver
  • University of Findlay
  • University of Indianapolis
  • University of Maine
  • University of Montana - Missoula
  • University of North Texas
  • University of South Florida
  • University of Southern Maine
  • University of the Potomac
  • University of Vermont
  • Westcliff University
  • Western New England University
  • Widener University

Application Process

There are mainly two intakes-Fall (August) and Spring (January)

  • Fall is the major intake as all the university options are open for admission  unlike Spring when certain choices are not available.
  •  Application Deadline- The deadline for submitting the application varies from university to university and course to course. However, it is generally from October to March for Fall intake and for spring intake the deadline is 15 October.

The basic requirements for the application are the LOR, TRANSCRIPT, and FINANCIAL DOCUMENTS when you apply

Application documents-

Students have to apply online both for Bachelors as well as Masters and each University has a different fee.

For Undergraduate:

  • Sealed & stamped 10th, 11th and 12th Official Transcripts from school
  • 2 letter of Recommendations from school teachers.
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Certificate of extra-curricular activities & other achievements, if available

For Masters:

  • Official Transcripts from University
  • 2 Academic recommendation and 1 from the employer (if the candidate has any work experience)
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Essays,  if required by the University
  • Detailed CV
  • Certificate of extra-curricular activities & other achievements, if available

Cost of Studying in USA

  • The cost of education in the USA varies between the states and the institutions.
  • Average tuition fees per year range from $15,000 to $60,000 (Private Institutions) and $10,000 to $20,000 (State Institutions)
  • Living expenses per year $10,000-$16,000

What its like to be studying and living in USA?

It is always best to stay on campus. Not only are the basic amenities easily accessible but also on-campus life allows students to gradually integrate into the student community under the guidance of peers and staff. If on campus option is not available then one should look for the home-stays or rented accommodation. Home-stays provide family life and are usually cheaper than on campus accommodation. Depending on your location, home-stays usually cost 800-1000 USD a month on single occupancy room basis, including meals. Students who decide to rent an apartment can also get valuable help from the university student association.