United States of America

A country of opportunities that is considered number one in hosting international students. It is the most desirable destination for the students who are seeking admission in the world’s top ranked universities which gives multi-cultural experience to learners and is the best in quality of education. Before taking decision to study in in this country one has to look at the country state by state. This country is full of opportunities even when you have F-1 or Student Visa you are allowed to work in United States. Most of the students and their parents consider USA as their first choice.

Higher Education in the USA

Experiencing college education is very different from studying anywhere else in the world. This place has world’s top ranked universities, most sought after institutions which offer variety of study options for under and postgraduate international students. Community colleges, vocational schools and universities comprises US higher education sector. The first one being the most reasonable with two-year associate degree to offer. One can complete graduation by doing another two years from a university to complete undergraduate program. As this system is well known for vocational or practical education, there are several job-oriented occupational courses such as civil engineering, chef, dental hygienist, and many more for students to become job-ready after the training. At university, students learn several subjects based on their interest either in field of business, art or sciences. They are supposed to major any field of their choice by completing major in a particular subject or field. They have to successfully complete or finish their credit hours which means devoted number of hours in that subject. Each student has to complete all credits hours specified in the particular field of study to successfully graduate from university. Students either go to public universities – which are established, owned and run by the state government or private universities. There are Graduate schools in US where students earn master and doctoral courses. In USA, a coursework and written examination is required to earn a doctoral degree. This is in addition to their research work. This country offers both academic and professional Master’s program.

Tuition fees and Living Expenses

USA being popular among international students fraternity makes it little more expensive choice to make. It may seem daunting to you in beginning but it can become cheaper if you plan early and meet out the requisites. For private institutions the cost may go much above US$50,000 per year but one may get a good option in state-owned government university which is relatively cheaper than private institution. There is much more diverse group of students in private university. The fee structure of state university will be around $26,290 per year for an international student while an option of spending first two years in community college at the maximum fee of $3,660 per year is also available for students. Later one can complete degree in university for additional two or three years. However, it is impertinent to mention that it is a difficult option to get.

Financial support opportunities

While it is the most expensive place, there are several funding support opportunities provided to students. This country provide the most generous scholarship or financial aid support. There are variety of grants, assistantship and scholarship opportunities for students, in addition these work-study schemes makes it easier for international students. Students must research thoroughly the website of university they are seeking admission in, they will be poured with the information and scholarship policies of each one of them. There is some need-blind admission opportunity given by few US universities who ensure that each deserving candidate must successfully complete the program. This country provide 50-90 percent of scholarship offers to students studying here.

Work Opportunity

After successfully completing their undergraduate or postgraduate degree in USA, students can take-up job sponsored by any employer company under H1-B Visa.

Green Card

After securing H1-B Visa and spending few years in the country students become eligible for Permanent Residency program i.e., Green Card of the country. Students can fulfill their dream of having a promising career in this country.