Why Study in the USA?

Essential Information

Overview: The United States is home to many top-ranked universities across various disciplines.

Quick Facts:

  • ● Composition: 50 states, a federal district, and territories.
  • ● Capital: Washington, D.C.
  • ● Number of Universities: 3,216
  • ● Official Languages: None at the federal level
  • ● Currency: USD ($)

Key Features:

  • ● Quality Education across multiple streams.
  • ● Internationally Recognized Degrees.
  • ● Flexible Education System for applying to different fields of study.
  • ● Merit-based financial assistance such as university assistance, scholarships, fellowships, and tuition fee waivers.
  • ● Job Opportunities for students include on-campus jobs with minimal wages and options for graduate assistantships, teaching assistantships, and research assistantships.
  • ● Dynamic, diverse, and vibrant campus life.

Education System:

  • ● Primary and Secondary Education comprises 12 years of study before university or graduate college.
  • ● An Associate Degree is awarded after two years of undergraduate study.
  • ● A Bachelor’s Degree is awarded after four years of study.
  • ● A Graduate Degree is awarded by specialized colleges in various specializations.
  • ● A Master’s Degree usually spans two years.
  • ● A doctorate is pursued after completing a Master’s degree and can take 3 to 6 years to complete.

Admission Requirements:

  • ● Scores of English Language Proficiency tests like IELTS and TOEFL are required for admission.
  • ● GRE is required for entry to graduate programs, GMAT is required for MBA programs, and specific exams are required for application to law and medical schools.
  • ● SAT is required for admission to Bachelor Level courses.

Tuition Costs:

  • ● Private Institutions cost between $15,000 to $25,000 p.a.
  • ● State Institutions cost between $10,000 to $20,000 p.a.

Cost of Living:

  • ● Average living expenses are estimated to fall between $10,000 to $16,000 p.a.

Intakes:

  • ● January and August.

Optional Practical Training (OPT):

  • ● Students can opt for a 12-month OPT, STEM majors receive a 17-month extension.
  • ● Students can work on campus up to 20 hours/week.

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