STUDY IN USA

KEY HIGHLIGHTS OF STUDYING IN THE USA

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• Number of universities - 5,300

• Part-time work allowance - 20 hours per week

• The average pay for undergraduate students - is USD 16 per hour

• Post-study full-time work permit - For 12 months

• Visa turnaround - 1 day

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Types of Higher Education Institutions

When it comes to the higher education system in the USA, there are 4 types of institutions in the USA namely State College or Universities, Private College or Universities, Community Colleges, and Technology Institutes.

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Cost of Studying 

The average first-year cost of studying for a bachelor’s degree in the USA at a state university is around USD 40,000 per year and it would be approximately USD 65,000 per year at a private university.

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Scholarships to Study

There are a few scholarships available for undergraduate students, however,

and they are usually offered by the university.

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Accommodation and Meal Expenses 

The average annual on-campus accommodation and meal plan in the USA

is approximately USD 6,500 per semester.

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Cost of Health Insurance

It is mandatory for all students traveling to the US to get medical insurance before the commencement of their program. Several American universities and colleges have initiated comprehensive health insurance plans for international students. The other institutions may not offer any insurance, and hence you will have to arrange for private medical insurance. The average cost for medical insurance ranges between $4,000 and $6,000 per year.

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Cost of US Student Visa

You must first apply and be accepted by a U.S. institution that is certified by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP). Once accepted, you will receive a Form I-20 from the institution's international student office, which is a paper record of your information in the database called the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS).

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In order to study in the US, the first step is to secure a valid student visa, which comes with its own costs such as application filing fees, etc. The current SEVIS fee is USD 60.

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