Study in United States of America
Know why Indian students love studying in the US!
The United States of America (USA) hosts the greatest number of international students in the world. Quality education, a unique curriculum, a multicultural environment, and abundant opportunities are just some of the reasons why many Indian students want to study in the USA.
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Student visa requirements for USA
F-1 Student Visa
to study at an accredited US college or university or to study English at an English language institute
J Exchange Visa (J-1)
for participation in an exchange program, including high school and university study
M Student Visa (M1)
for non-academic or vocational study or training in the US
Cost of studying in USA
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Universities in the US are majorly divided into two categories - Public/State and Private. The education cost at a public/state university is comparatively lesser than that of a private institution. Your expenditure on tuition fees depends on the type of qualification and university or school you opt for. To cover tuition fees, you will need approx. $8,000 to $55,000 (USD) a year (indicative).
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English language studies
$700 to $2,000 a month
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Community colleges
$6,000 to $20,000 per year
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Undergraduate
bachelor degree
$20,000 to $40,000 per year
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Graduate programs
$20,000 to $45,000 per year
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Doctoral degree
$28,000 to $55,000 per year
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Tuition fees in USD (indicative)
Scholarships to study in USA
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The amount of money available and the type of award varies between institutions. Certain research programs may provide up to 100% of the tuition fee besides covering a part of your living expenditures.
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Fulbright- Nehru Fellowships
(Government-funded)
Applicable for international students who are applying to master’s or PhD programs; this scholarship covers tuition fees, accident and sickness coverage as per US guidelines, airfare, and living costs
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Hubert Humphrey Fellowship Program
(Government-funded)
This program is a part of the Fullbright program and aims to bring an accomplished young and mid-career professional from a developing country to study in the US for 10 months of non-degree graduate study and related practical experience
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#YouAreWelcomeHere Scholarship (Non-Government scholarship)
It’s a scholarship and social media campaign designed to welcome international students into the US higher education system irrespective of the subject area
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John Allwright Fellowship (JAF)
This is a summer program sponsored by Abbey Road Inc. which grants scholarships to 14-18 aged high school student that shows exemplary performance in their academics and extracurricular activities
Name of the scholarships
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Intakes in USA
Unlike a single intake in Indian universities, American colleges and universities offer three intakes. In some universities, intakes may also be referred to as a semester. The three intakes available in the US are:
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Fall: A popular intake among Indian students, The Fall intake starts in the month of September
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Spring: Starts in January; it’s best if you miss the September intake
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Summer: Available for limited programs and colleges, the Summer intake usually starts around May
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Top Universities to study in USA (QS Ranking 2023)
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Check where your favourite American university ranks
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
1
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Stanford University
3
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Harvard University
5
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California Institute of Technology (CalTech)
6
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University of Chicago
10
Institution
QS Ranking 2023 (Globally)
Job prospects in USA
Owing to a skills shortage across various sectors in the American market, international students with skills are in demand and those who are willing to settle in America have the option to apply under a Skilled Worker Visa and permanently work and reside in the country. Graduates are in high demand in the USA, especially in the field of healthcare, film production, real estate, retail sector, agriculture, engineering, and computers & information technology.
There are also various of internship programs available that can be taken up by international students.
Cost of living in USA
Expenses
In the US, living costs vary by a substantial amount due to the vast territory of the country. Usually, urban areas are more expensive (in or near a big city) in contrast to smaller towns or suburban areas. Therefore, to have a fair view of the general living costs in the US, you should also consider these common expenses when creating your budget:
Books and Stationery
$500- $1,000
Travelling
$500- $1,200
Food
$2,500
Clothes and footwear
$2,000
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