Let’s know more about USA
Located in North America consists of 50 states, which has no official language and is known as the transcontinental country. The USA follows a western culture and is considered to be a highly developed country by nominal GDP. The USA consists of the best global universities which provides international students with best academic opportunities. Real- world working experience and high career prospects and more internship programs are available for students. STEM Overseas is offering services in and around Bhimavaram, Eluru, Gudivada, Rajahmundry and Andhra Pradesh
Education in USA:
Here are some valuable reasons to study in USA:
- Though the USA is considered to be the most expensive abroad destination for international students, its diverse and flexible nature never fails to attract students from other countries.
- The accreditation process used by the US educational system makes it unique and meets the standard of quality that international students expect for.
- The different types of institutions available for international students are state college or university, private college, community colleges and technology institutions.
- Because of the high academic standard of education, students are taught by top-notch professors from all over the world.
- The US government also provides students with scholarships and social security and other healthcare facilities.
- Fulbright Foreign Student program, Hubert Humphrey Fellowship Program, Knight-Hennessy Scholars Program are some of the top ranges of scholarships available for international students who want to pursue studies in the USA.
Universities in USA
Colleges and universities in the USA are considered to be the most prestigious study destinations for international students. There are more than 170 institutions available in the USA among which 130 ranks in the top best universities in the world.
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology
- Stanford University
- Harvard University
- California Institute of Technology
- Chicago University
- University of Pennsylvania
- Princeton University
- Yale University
- Columbia University
- Cornell University
Student Eligibility & Intakes
- Along with academic excellence reports, students are expected to submit English Proficiency Test reports as well.
- 60% of academic scores and band score 6.5 for IELTS and 80 IBT for TOEFL
There are 3 intake options available for students who want to study in the USA (fall, spring and summer)
- The admission cycle starts in late august and ends in December.
- Second semester starts in January and ends in May
- Summer semester starts in the month of June and ends in July. This semester is the shortest of all.
Cost of studying in USA:
- Every university in the USA has its own guidelines and process of providing knowledge and accessibility for international students. According to which the tuition fees differ.
- However, the expected estimation ranges from US $10,000 to US $30,000 per year.
- And average living costs would come around US $ 12,000 per year.
Admission Process
It is advisable for students to start the application process in the grade of 11 itself as in the USA, ideally the admission process starts 1.5 years before the commencement of course.
- Make a list of colleges and universities to study in USA
- Contact the universities or apply through the common application portals available for the colleges in the USA for undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
- Study the application requirements (LORs and SOPs and other academic documents)
- Register for the course and attend the required tests for the admission process to commence.
- Prepare the significant documents for submission and apply for the course
- After receiving the acceptance letter the fee procedure begins.
- Apply for the student visa and reach your study destination.
Accommodation for students:
Various options available for international students when it comes to accommodation.
- Dormitories and residence halls are located near the institutions.
- Off-campus stays are cheaper than on-campus stays. Off-campus stays comes around $600.
- The best choice for students under 18 years would be home stay where a separate room will be provided which comes around $750 to $850.
Career Growth:
- Following graduation, if the students want to stay back for a job, they need to opt for the Optional Practical Training (OPT) extension or STEM OPT extension to stay back after graduation.
- OPT extension option lets them stay for the duration of 12 months after they have completed the course.
- Studying in the USA provides you with access to career fair seminars where you can directly apply for the suitable jobs on spot. Networking also helps you to get connected with the professional experts in the USA
- Academic guides can help you to find the right career fairs, they can also mentor you to right organizations and clubs.
- National professional affiliations groups can also help you to discover new opportunities
To sum up:
Choosing a highly reputed and nationally recognised institution to pursue higher education creates a huge impact on a student's life. In that process, universities in the USA never fail to cater the needs of international students by introducing many career development programs for their students.
Now, it is up to the students to choose the best institutions to work towards their dream and it might be the right time to think for yourself.