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United States

United States

The United States is home to some of the world‘s best universities, offering a wide range of educational opportunities. In the US, students can pursue undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees in a variety of fields, including the sciences, engineering, business, humanities, and the arts.

Reliable figures indicate that international students make up around 5% of all students enrolled in higher education in the United States, and the percentage is rising.

The US education system is highly decentralized, with each state and individual school district having its own curriculum and standards. Public schools are generally funded through state and local taxes, while most private schools rely on tuition and other private sources of funding.

Study in the USA 2023 - about intakes  

The education system in US universities offers multiple intakes and it’s important to know about these intakes before applying for your study in USA. The three intakes offered in the USA education system are Fall intake, Spring intake and Summer intake.

  1. Fall intake – This begins in August (August to December).

  2. Spring intake – This begins in January (January to April).

  3. Summer intake is restricted to select colleges and courses and begins around May (May to August).

 

Admission process to study in the USA 2023

Below are the steps you need to take for a successful application to USA colleges and universities:

  1. Select your choice of course.

  2. Shortlist colleges and universities based on your scores and overall profile.

  3. Contact the selected colleges and universities.

  4. Check admission eligibility and requirements.

  5. Take the required tests.

  6. Prepare your LORs and SOP.

  7. Fill the application form.

  8. Wait for your acceptance letter from the universities.

  9. Deposit the fee.

  10. Apply for a visa.

Now that you have decided to study in USA, you will have to make sure that you fulfil the following eligibility criteria:

USA student visa 2023 - documents required

The process of applying and obtaining a US student visa is easier if you carry out your documentation carefully and in time. So, here is a checklist of documents you need to keep handy for your US student visa process.

  1. A valid passport that shall remain valid at least six months beyond your stay in the USA.

  2. Your acceptance at an SEVP-approved school.

  3. Your Form I-20.

  4. SEVIS application fee payment.

  5. Non-immigrant visa application and the Form DS-160 confirmation page.

  6. Your photograph in the required format.

  7. Academic documents like transcripts, diplomas, degrees, and certificates.

  8. Evidence of sufficient funds ensuring that you will be able to bear your living expenses during your stay in the USA. These documents will include bank statements, financial undertaking by your sponsor, and scholarship details.

You will also be required to provide evidence that you shall leave the country when your study program is over. You may also have to appear for a personal interview at the US embassy or consulate.