USA is one of the dream destinations of international students. USA has a number of best private and public institutions of higher education. USA is also the palace of top ranked universities which offer a diverse range of courses. USA is a country with a wide array of landscapes as well as diversity.

QUICK FACTS

• Capital – Washington D.C.
• Population: 324,720,797(2016 EST)
• GDP: $18.558 trillion
• Number of universities: 109
• Currency: USA DOLLAR (USD)
• Official Languages: English

WHY STUDY IN USA?

• Ranked no 1 for overall quality of education

•  Top-notch research oriented and practical education in very well equipped institutes

• Numerous Study Choices
• Internationally recognised
• Flexible Education system
• Merit based university assistance provided
• Scholarships and fellowships awarded by departments
• Tuition fee waivers
• On campus jobs with minimal wages
• Leader in latest technologies and advancement
• Industry based training and research

• Options to apply for graduate assistantship, Teaching assistantship and research assistantship

• Vibrant Campus life

USA EDUCATION SYSTEM

• USA education system comprises of 12 complete years of primary and secondary education prior to university or graduate college

• On completion of high school students move on to attend undergraduate school followed by graduate school, post-graduation and PhD study.

DEGREES OFFERED

Associate Degree

• Associate degrees are awarded after two years of undergraduate study. Associate degrees are a great option if you do not want to commit to four years studying abroad in the USA, you can save one year and some valuable dollars too.

Bachelor’s Degree

• Bachelor’s degree is awarded after four years of successful study.

Graduate Degree

• Offered by Graduate Schools and specialized colleges in a wide range of specialisations Arts, Sciences, engineering etc

Masters degree

• The Master’s level programs are of two years duration.

Doctorate

• One can pursue doctoral programme after completing Master’s. Normally, the duration of Doctoral level programs is between 3 and 6 years, depending on the field of research and university.

TEST REQUIREMENTS

• IELTS, TOEFL scores as proof of English language skills for admission to any course.

• Graduate Record Examination (GRE) – For entry in to Graduate Programs

• Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) is required for admission to MBA and other management programs.

• Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) is required for admission in to bachelor level courses

• Law and Medical schools usually require different exams like LSAT and MCAT

INTAKE

• January /August

COST OF STUDYING

• Average tuition fees per year range from $15,000 to $25,000 (Private Institutions) and $10,000 to $20,000 (State Institutions)

COST OF LIVING

• Estimated living expenses per year – $10,000-$16,000

WORK RIGHTS & STAY BACK

• 12 months optional practical training 17 months’ extension for STEM Majors

• Authorization to work 20 hours per week (Only on Campus)