Study in USA

The United States offers a wide range of academic options, cultural experiences, and research opportunities, making it the most popular destination for international students worldwide. Its universities are known for academic excellence, innovation, and global recognition.

Benefits of Studying in USA

World-Renowned Institutions: Home to top-ranked universities like Harvard, MIT, and Stanford
Research Excellence: Major hub for scientific and technological innovation
Flexible Education System: Choose from majors, minors, electives across disciplines
Diverse Student Community: Welcoming multicultural environment
Post-Study Work Options: Optional Practical Training (OPT) and STEM OPT extension
Global Career Opportunities: Degrees highly valued by employers worldwide

Master’s Degrees

Types of Master's Degrees:

    ● MS (Master of Science): Common in STEM fields (e.g., Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering)

    ● MA (Master of Arts): Humanities, Social Sciences, Arts

    ● MBA (Master of Business Administration): Leadership, strategy, and business management

    ● MFA, M.Ed., MPA: Specialized postgraduate programs

Duration:

Typically 1.5 to 2 years
Some MBA programs are 1 year; others up to 2 years

Application Requirements

A recognized undergraduate degree
GPA (typically 3.0/4.0 or equivalent)
English proficiency (IELTS 6.5+, TOEFL 80+, Duolingo 105+)
GRE/GMAT (required for some programs, optional for many)
SOP, letters of recommendation, CV/resume
Relevant work experience for programs like MBA, MPA

Popular Master's Program:

MS in Computer Science, Data Science, Cybersecurity
MS in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil Engineering
MS in Business Analytics, Finance, Marketing
MBA in General Management, Tech, Entrepreneurship
Master of Public Health (MPH), Public Policy
MS in UX/UI Design, Human-Computer Interaction

Undergraduate Programs in the USA

Types of Undergraduate Programs:

    ● Associate Degrees (2 years): Offered by community colleges, pathway to bachelor’s

    ● Bachelor's Degrees (4 years): Includes general education + major specialization

Application Requirements:

Completed high school education
English proficiency (TOEFL 80+, IELTS 6.5+, Duolingo 105+)
SAT/ACT scores (optional in many institutions)
Personal statement and recommendation letters
Academic transcripts and resume

Popular Undergraduate Fields

Computer Science and IT
Business and Finance
Engineering
Social Sciences
Biological and Health Sciences
Media and Communications

Scholarship Opportunities

Merit-Based Scholarships: Offered by most universities for international students
Need-Based Aid: Some private institutions provide need-aware aid
External Scholarships: Fulbright, Education USA, and private foundations
Athletic Scholarships: For students with competitive sports skills

Cost of Studying in USA

Program Type	Field of Study	Annual Tuition (USD)
Associate Degree	All Fields	$8,000 - $20,000
Bachelor's Degree	Arts and Humanities	$20,000 - $35,000
Bachelor's Degree	Science and Engineering	$25,000 - $45,000
Bachelor's Degree	Business and Finance	$25,000 - $50,000
Master's Degree	General Fields	$25,000 - $55,000
Master's Degree	MBA	$45,000 - $80,000
Doctoral Programs	All Fields	$28,000 - $60,000
MBA	N/A	SGD 40,000 – 100,000

Living Costs in USA

Expense Category	Major Cities (NY, LA, Boston)	Mid-Sized Cities (Dallas, Atlanta)	Small Cities/Towns
Monthly Accommodation	$1,200 – $2,500	$800 – $1,800	$600 – $1,200
Monthly Food	$400 – $700	$300 – $600	$250 – $500
Monthly Transportation	$100 – $250	$80 – $150	$50 – $100
Monthly Utilities	$150 – $250	$100 – $200	$100 – $180
Health Insurance (Annual)	$1,000 – $2,000	$1,000 – $2,000	$1,000 – $2,000
Books & Supplies (Annual)	$800 – $1,200	$700 – $1,000	$600 – $900
Personal Expenses (Monthly)	$300 – $600	$250 – $500	$200 – $400
Total Monthly Expenses	$2,200 – $4,300	$1,800 – $3,300	$1,400 – $2,500
Total Annual Expenses	$26,400 – $51,600	$21,600 – $39,600	$16,800 – $30,000