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Cost of studying in the USA

The US Universities fall under two major categories: public-funded and private institutions. International students’ tuition expenses at state schools are based on non-resident costs, which are still usually less expensive than those of private universities. This is excluding the student visa fees. You will need approximately $10,000 to $55,000 annually to cover your tuition fees when you study in USA.

Study Program	Approximate tuition fees in USD$
Undergraduate Bachelor Degree	$15,000 to $40,000 per year
Graduate programs	$20,000 to $40,000 per year
Doctoral Degree	$20,000 to $45,000 per year

Why study in the US

150 QS Ranking Universities
Most Affordable Fees
Opt Permit Is For 1-2 Years
Avail Scholarship Programs Starting From 2,000 USD – 20,000 USD
Work 20-40 Hours Per Week While Studying

Eligibility Criteria for Studying in the USA

The student age limit to apply for a visa must be above 18 years.
Pass the general exam and language tests according to course or university requirements.
Apply and get an Acceptance letter from the Student Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP).
Pay the fee as per the SEVP.
Complete the student visa application process.
Pay the Visa application fee and collect the Applicant and receipt IDs.
Book the appointment and clear the interview for a visa.

Types of student visas

The international students can avail different kinds of student visas.

Student Visa – F1: F1 visa is a very common type of entry visa for international students to pursue academic studies. This visa allows you to work part-time or on-campus employment. It also allows you to do Optional Practical Training (OPT) for a year after finishing your studies.

Requirements for F1 visa

A valid passport with a validity date at least six months before your period of stay and then apply.
When a school or institution accepts your admission, you will receive I-20 or DS-2019 forms.
Make the payment for the SEVIS application.
Fill out the form DS-160, which is known as the Online Non-immigrant visa application.
Make arrangements for a US visa interview by paying the visa application fee and then attending the interview.
Sometimes, you are required to pay an issuance fee.
When all the requirements have been met, you will receive the visa from the embassy.

After graduation

F1 visa holders are eligible for 12 months of OPT after the completion of graduation, which means you can work for a year after finishing your studies.
F1 visa allows students to get employed and gain practical experience in the field of study.
Students need to apply for a work visa if they need to continue working in the US.
The student can remain in the US until 60 days, even after completing the studies, if you do not have a job offer or have-not applied for OPT.

Student dependent visa (F2):

F2 is also called a non-immigrant dependent visa where the immediate family members of F1 can visit the US. The dependents can be a spouse or any unmarried children below 21. The applicant (F1 visa holder) must have enough proof of funds to support the family in the US.

Student visa – J1: The J1 visa is a non-academic and vocational studies visa provided to students to gain the practical knowledge that is unavailable in their country. The J1 visa students get similar employment benefits as the F1 student visa.

Student visa – M1: The M1 applicant is not allowed to work during the study in the US. Students need to provide complete proof of funds to pay the entire tuition fees and also for the living costs for the period of intending to stay.

Requirements for M1 visa

The student cannot apply for any non-academic or vocational training courses in the US.
Minimum education qualification required for admission to take up the vocational course.
Must have the appropriate level of proficiency certificate in English.
Provide enough proof of funds to support tuition fees and living expenses in the US.
No intention of remaining in the US and will leave the country after finishing the education.

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