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Why Study in the USA

The land of dreams and opportunities, the U.S. offers high-quality educational options for students from around the globe. Be it for the quality of education or the career prospects after graduation, the U.S. has monopolized the attention of most all study abroad aspirants.

You should choose the USA because:

  • Most popular study destination for international students
  • 26 US universities ranked among the top 100 universities worldwide
  • Wide Curriculum of Courses
  • Abundance of scholarship and grant opportunities, more than anywhere in the world
  • Easier to get Green card
  • Opportunity to bring family
  • Vibrant city life
  • Post education opportunities
  • Cultural diversity
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Why study in USA
Admission Requirements

Admission requirements

Bachelor’s / Undergraduate Study:

  • A high school diploma or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 3.50, or A – Level or equivalent
  • English language: minimum TOEFL 61 to 89, or IELTS 6 or equivalent.
  • Can apply to Pathway programs with TOEFL score 55 to 74 or IELTS 5.5 or equivalent.
  • Duolingo accepted.

Master’s / Postgraduate Study:

  • A bachelor’s degree or equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.5 or equivalent.
  • English language: minimum TOEFL 78 to 100, or IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
  • Can apply to Pre-masters with minimum TOEFL 55 to 80 or IELTS 5.5 or Equivalent.
  • Duolingo accepted.

Documents Checklist for Visa Application

University Application

  • Complete Application form
  • Passport copy
  • Photograph
  • Approved form I-20 from Educational Institution
  • Please provide proof of intent to return to their home country upon their completion of studies.
  • Accepting condition of ‘Only studying at the institution notes’
  • Demonstrating they have sufficient funds to support their life in the USA

GTE

  • Showing they have strong ties to their home country:
    • A job offer for after graduation
    • A House, land, etc.
    • Bank accounts
    • Family

Tuition Fees

Bachelor:

Starting from 18,000 USD per year*

Masters:

Starting from 20,000 USD per year*

*It depends on the session, course and university

Visa Fees

  • SEVIS fee – 360 USD, DS 160 fee – 160 USD (Fees are subject to change at any time without any notice by the American embassy and Immigration Service).
  • The student also needs to attend an Embassy interview.
  • Dependents will need to pay the additional Visa application fee and complete another visa application form.

Living expenses in USA for international students

International students living in the USA need around 1000-1600 USD per month to cover all their living expenses, including accommodation, food, and social activities.

Post study work

Working as a Student and Post-Graduation Work

Students with a valid F1 visa are allowed to work on-campus only. Students can work 20-hours per week during regular full-time semesters & full-time during study breaks (including winter and summer break). On-campus work is typically available at the school cafeteria, library, research labs, or admissions offices.

Working Off-Campus with F1 Visa

International students have two options for working off-campus. They have to complete at least their first academic year to be eligible for off-campus work. The options are:

  • Curricular Practical Training (CPT): CPT allows students to participate in off-campus training/work/internships in their program curriculum.
  • Optional Practical Training (OPT): OPT provides students with the option to participate in an off-campus job or internship, given it is in their field of study. There is an option for OPT extensions for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) programs. Students who would like to apply for OPT will need an additional visa. There are two options for students: Pre-Completion OPT & Post-Completion OPT.
F1 Visa
Non immigrant workers

Temporary Non-Immigrant Workers

After graduation, students can apply to work in the USA temporarily. The prospective employer must apply as a non-immigrant work permit on the applicant’s behalf to the United States Citizenship & Immigration service.

Scholarships & Grants

USA offers various scholarships, waivers and grants for international students. For bachelor, you can avail upto 30-50% scholarship. For Masters, it depends.

Why Educube

  • We have 400+ affiliated institutions across the USA
  • Our expert counselors will assist you to choose the right course and university
  • We will assist you through the whole application process
  • We will help you get the scholarship/waiver that you are eligible to
  • We will guide you through the entire documentation process for I20
  • We will prepare you for the embassy interview
  • We will lodge the application for your spouse
  • We can assist you with bank sponsorship*

*Conditions applied

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