Study in
United States
- Home to many of the world's top universities
- Flexible education system with major/minor options
- Strong research and innovation focus
- Wide career opportunities
Programs Available
English Language Programs (ESL / Intensive English)
Associate Degree Programs (2 years)
Bachelor's Degree Programs
Master's Degree Programs (MS / MBA)
PhD / Doctoral Programs
Certificate & Professional Programs
Eligibility
Associate / Bachelor's Programs
- Completion of +2 (12 years of education)
- Minimum academic performance (varies by institution)
- IELTS: typically 6.0–6.5
- TOEFL iBT: around 70–90+
- Duolingo accepted by many universities
- SAT / ACT optional or waived by many institutions
Master's Programs
- Completion of Bachelor's degree
- Relevant academic background required for most programs
- IELTS: 6.5–7.0
- TOEFL iBT: 80–100+
- GRE / GMAT (some universities waive this)
- Work experience for MBA programs
Intakes
August / September
Fall Intake
- ✓ Largest intake
- ✓ Maximum number of universities and programs
- ✓ Best scholarship opportunities
January
Spring Intake
- ✓ Good number of programs available
- ✓ Slightly fewer options than Fall
May
Summer Intake
- ✓ Offered by selected universities only
- ✓ Limited courses — mostly short-term or specific programs
Admission Process
- 1
Choose course and university
- 2
Prepare required documents (transcripts, English scores, passport, SOP, LORs, resume)
- 3
Take required tests if applicable (GRE / GMAT / SAT)
- 4
Apply through university portals
- 5
Receive Offer / Admission Letter
- 6
Pay SEVIS fee and receive I-20 form
- 7
Apply for F-1 Student Visa
- 8
Attend visa interview at U.S. Embassy
- 9
Await visa decision
Post-Study Work
Optional Practical Training (OPT)
- → Up to 12 months for most programs
- → Up to 36 months total for STEM graduates (STEM OPT extension)
Career Guidance
Planning to Work Abroad
- Information Technology (IT)
- Engineering
- Data Science / AI
- Healthcare & Public Health
- Business Analytics
Planning to Return Home
- Business & Management
- Finance & Accounting
- Hospitality Management
- International Business
Cost of Living
Cost varies widely by location — New York / California are higher; smaller cities are more affordable.
Rent
USD 600 – USD 1,500
Food
USD 250 – USD 600
Transport
USD 70 – USD 150