Study in the USA: Global Education with Endless Opportunities

Study in USA

Home to over 4,000 accredited universities, including many of the world’s top-ranked institutions.
Offers a wide variety of programs across STEM, business, humanities, and arts.
Known for cutting-edge research opportunities and access to leading industries.
Strong emphasis on innovation, entrepreneurship, and career-oriented education.
Flexible academic system with the option to change majors and customise study plans.
Access to Optional Practical Training (OPT) and STEM OPT extensions for work opportunities after graduation.

University	QS World Ranking (2025)	Known For
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)	#1	Engineering, Technology, Innovation
Stanford University	Top 5	Business, Entrepreneurship, Computer Science
Harvard University	Top 5	Law, Business, Medicine
California Institute of Technology (Caltech)	Top 10	Science, Engineering
University of Chicago	Top 20	Economics, Social Sciences

The USA consistently dominates global rankings, with 50+ universities in the top 200 worldwide.

Fall (August/September) – Primary intake, widest program availability and scholarships.
Spring (January) – Secondary intake, fewer programs compared to Fall.
Summer (May/June) – Limited programs, mostly short courses.

Deadlines:

Undergraduate Tuition: USD $20,000 – $45,000 per year
Postgraduate Tuition: USD $25,000 – $50,000 per year
MBA Programs: USD $50,000 – $80,000+ per year
Living Costs: USD $12,000 – $18,000 per year (higher in New York, Boston, California)

Students must show proof of funds covering tuition + living expenses when applying for a visa (I-20 form).

Undergraduate: IELTS 6.0 – 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 70–80
Postgraduate: IELTS 6.5 – 7.0 / TOEFL iBT 90–100
Some universities waive English tests if previous education was in English (MOI).

Undergraduate: SAT/ACT (many universities are now test-optional).
Postgraduate: GRE/GMAT may be required for certain programs (especially STEM & MBA).
Law & Medicine: LSAT (Law), MCAT (Medicine).

12–18 months before intake: Research universities via common platforms (Common App, Coalition App, university portals).
Take Tests: IELTS/TOEFL, SAT/ACT (UG), GRE/GMAT (PG).
Prepare Documents: SOP, LORs, academic transcripts, CV/resume.
Submit Applications: Before deadlines (Nov–Feb for Fall, Jun–Sep for Spring).
Receive I-20 Form: After admission and financial documents verification.
Apply for Visa (F-1 Student Visa): DS-160 form, SEVIS fee, interview at US Embassy.

Visa Type: F-1 (most common), J-1 (exchange), M-1 (vocational).
Visa Application Fee: USD $185 (DS-160)
SEVIS Fee: USD $350 (for F-1 visa)
Documents Required:
- I-20 form issued by university
- Valid passport
- DS-160 confirmation
- SEVIS fee receipt
- Proof of financial support (bank statement/sponsor letter)
- Admission letter
- Academic documents & test scores

On-Campus Work: Up to 20 hours/week during semesters, full-time during breaks.
CPT (Curricular Practical Training): Work experience during study (internships).
OPT (Optional Practical Training): 12 months work permit after graduation.
STEM OPT Extension: Extra 24 months for STEM graduates (total 36 months).

Many students transition from OPT to H-1B work visa, leading to permanent residence pathways.