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• The US is the No. 1 study-abroad destination for international students, offering academic excellence and cultural diversity.
• America has always been an attractive country for higher education among international students due to due to its world-class education system.
• USA has emerged as the country best known for its quality education. The American university system is among the best in the world, and it offers excellent programs at almost all educational levels.
• The United States is home to nearly 4000 universities, many of which are among the best in the world, offering a wide range of degrees and courses in all academic fields.
• According to the QS World Ranking Report 2021, 30 of the world’s top 100 universities belongs to the United States.
• 8 of Times Higher Education’s top 10 universities are US universities.
• Students have many opportunities to gain valuable work experience through the CPT and OPT programs.

Multicultural environment

• The U.S. is home to people from all over the world each with their own unique cultures, races, religions, and traditions.
• Universities across the United States celebrate the diversity of their students and value the languages, cultures, and traditions of international students.
• The US also encourages international students to explore a variety of cuisines, customs, festivals, and art.
• While studying in the US, students have the opportunity to live, work and learn with diverse groups of people that giving them valuable teamwork experience that employers value in an increasingly globalized world.

Opportunity

• A vibrant, globally linked economy provides a variety of professional opportunities.
• Most American institutions offer curricular practical training (CPT), which allows international students to study and work at the same time.
• It also provides optional Practical Training (OPT) that allows students to work for up to 12 months, during or after their studies.
• Studying in the US offers excellent career opportunities to graduates as US degrees are widely recognized for their quality.

Safety

• The USA is one of the safe and most welcoming countries in the world.
• Universities all over America work hard to provide a secure and healthy learning environment for all students.
• With a diverse, multicultural environment, American universities ensure that all communities are accepted and that discrimination is avoided.
• There are different rankings for the safest institutions in America to help students decide where to study.

Accommodation

• Several venue options are available for international students in the USA.
• International students usually choose on-campus dormitories, off-campus apartments, or homestays.
• Some US institutions do not provide on-campus housing for international students.
• Off-campus housing offices are available in the US to help students find a suitable place to live.
• Homestays are a perfect option for students under the age of 18.

Different study options & post-study options

Different study options

US institutions offer a variety of study options for students of all academic levels, each with its own unique benefits, enabling students to choose academic and professional courses of their choice.

• Community Colleges in the US are significantly less expensive and have uniform academic standards.
• Public and private colleges and universities in the US offer all ESL, UG, and PG options for international students.
• Liberal arts colleges offer a variety of courses in various disciplines to give students a well-rounded education.
• R1 research institutions in the US are the top-ranked institutions that focused on research at PG levels.

Post-study options

• American institutions offer Optional Practical Training (OPT) that allows students to work for 12 months during or after their studies.
• OPT is available after each degree program
• Students can participate in Post-Completion Optional Practical Training (OPT) after completing each degree-seeking level such as Associate, Bachelor, Master, and Doctorate.
• OPT is valid for a full calendar year (12 months). Graduates of STEM programs are qualified for a 2-year extension of OPT that allows them to continue working for up to 3 years following each degree level.
• Students are not eligible for OPT with Non-degree programs (ESL).
• While staying in the US on an F-1 visa, it is possible to transfer to other universities and degree levels.

Intakes and general admissions process

Intakes

US universities usually have three intakes, fall, spring, and summer.

• All colleges and universities in the United States usually have fall intakes.
• While most institutes have spring intakes. 
• some institutes have other intake options including summer.

General admissions processes

Although the required documents for applying for admission may vary by university policy, all US institutions will generally require the following documents during the application process. Preparing them in advance will speed up the application review process:

• Copy of passport 
• Academic record (transcripts will be required prior to enrolment) 
• Proof of English language proficiency. 

Some universities may require: 

• Statement of purpose
• Letters of recommendation or referees
• Transcript evaluations

Tuition fees & payments

• Tuition fees will vary by academic level and university.
• Many colleges and universities require prepayment of tuition and fees.
• While others may offer payment plans.

Proof of finances required for I-20 

• Students must show their financial documentation, often in the form of bank statements and an Affidavit of Support, before receiving their I-20 for immigration purposes.
• The student’s estimated cost of living and educational expenses is listed on the I-20, such as tuition, fees, housing, and personal expenses.
• This is only an estimated amount; the exact sum will frequently be slightly different from the amount on the I-20.
• The purpose of these assessments is to prove to the US government that the student has sufficient funds to live and study in the US without having to work to support themselves.

Basic visa requirements and processes

• Different visa types
  • There are different types of visas in the United States, but the most common type of visa for students is the F-1 student visa.
• Process for obtaining an F-1 visa
  • Step 1: Apply and be unconditionally accepted into the university of your choice.
  • Step 2: Submit financial support documents.
  • Step 3: Receive Form I-20.
  • Step 4: Pay the I-901 (SEVIS fee) to your university.
  • Step 5: Complete the DS-160 to schedule your visa interview.
    • Be sure to print the confirmation page with the barcode and bring it to the visa interview along with all supporting documents.
  • Step 6: Interview for a visa at an American embassy or consulate abroad
  • Step 7: Entire the United States on F-1 status (up to 30 days prior to the Program Start Date listed on the student’s I-20).