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Study in USA: Top Universities, Courses, Scholarships, Course Fees and Job Opportunities

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Study in USA - Highlights

With over3,000 universities, the USA attracts Indian students for diverse courses like business, arts, and STEM. In 2022, 465,700 Indian students chose the USA for education, a 19% rise. Institutions include state/private colleges, community colleges, and technology institutes that offer programs like MS, MBA, BTech, and MIM. Scholarships worth INR 1,315 crores are available, aiding international students. Admission requirements, a USA Permanent Residence Permit, and F1 visa interview prep are essential for studying in the USA. Strategic planning ensures the successful pursuit of higher education goals in the USA.

Core Facts About USA

Education in the USA

Universities and Colleges 4000+

Indian Students in USA (2023) 2,60,000+

Post-Study Work Permit 1 year

Permanent Residence Yes (Conditions Apply)

University / College Stats

Students Placed > 10,00,000

Primary Language English

Popular Course STEM, Arts, Business

Scholarships 1000+

Why Study in The USA?

Various reasons justify why International students opt to study in the US. Some of that states why the US is the better choice are listed,

The USA has various best universities. Most universities and institutions in the US have global rankings, making it the first choice for international students.
The US degrees are accepted globally, enhancing job opportunities for individuals.
The education system in the US is flexible, reducing the stress on the students.
The US universities offer great exposure as students from various countries and cultural backgrounds are offered admission, which also promotes inclusivity.
The universities also offer various programs for international students to offer support and make them feel at ease.
Students studying in US universities can work 20 hours a week during the semester and 40 hours during breaks.

Universities and Courses

Top Universities in The USA for Indian Students

Universities	QS Rankings	US News & World Report Ranking	International Students Percentage
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)	1	2	29.1
Stanford University	3	3	24.1
Harvard University	5	1	22.9
California Institute of Technology (Caltech)	6	9	29.94
University of Chicago	10	22	21
University of Pennsylvania	13	15	19
Princeton University	16	16	24
Yale University	18	11	21.6
Cornell University	20	21	21.8
Columbia University	22	7	30
Johns Hopkins University	24	10	19.2
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	25	19	17
University of California, Berkeley (UCB)	27	4	12
Northwestern University	32	24	22
New York University	39	31	27.6
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)	44	14	7
Duke University	50	25	23
Carnegie Mellon University	52	118	35
University of California, San Diego (UCSD)	53	20	21.4
Brown University	63	129	14
University of Lincoln	801	935	126

Top Courses Offered by Top Universities in the US

The universities in the US offer various courses. Some of the most preferred courses that international students often opt for are Nursing courses, law courses, photography courses, business courses, HR courses, Biotechnology courses, Healthcare courses, web development courses, dentistry courses, IT courses, Pharmacy courses, Psychology courses, Engineering courses, Journalism courses, and hospitality courses. The top courses offered by the top universities are listed among all these preferred courses.

Mathematics in USA

Cyber Security in the USA

Automotive in USA

Space Studies in USA

Economics & Econometrics in USA

Political Science in USA

Business & Management Studies in USA

Health Data Analytics in USA

Bachelor of Science in Agriculture in the USA

USA Intakes

Recommended Intake - FALL (Early November - Late July)

Others:

Spring Intake (Early July - Late December)
Summer Intake (Early March)

Cost of Studying in the USA

Tuition Fees - Bachelors	Private University	$35,087 (₹26,31,335)
	Public University (Out of State)	$21,184 (₹15,88,685)
	Public University (In-State)	$9,687 (₹7,26,472)
Tuition Fees - Masters and Doctorate		Varies by Program
Living Expenses		$16,000

Scholarships for Indian Students in USA

Scholarships	Maximum Amount
Rotary Foundation Ambassadorial Scholarship	₹20.82 Lakhs (Academic Year Ambassadorial Scholarship) ₹9.90 Lakhs (Multi-Year Ambassadorial Scholarship)₹9.90 Lakhs – ₹15.80 Lakhs (Cultural Ambassadorial Scholarship)
TATA Scholarship for Cornell University	Need/merit-based scholarship offered by TATA organization and trusts
Inlaks Scholarships	Provides funding for Indian students pursuing postgraduate studies in the USA
Ritchie-Jennings Memorial Scholarship Program	Aimed at students interested in pursuing a career in fraud examination and related fields
Central Sector Scheme of National Overseas Scholarship	Offers financial assistance to deserving Indian students for higher education abroad
University of Cincinnati Scholarship	Various scholarships are available for international students at the University of Cincinnati.

Student Visa in the USA

Cost of Visa Application	F, M, or J visa - $185 (~ ₹15,457).
When to apply?	As soon as you receive your I-20 or DS-2019 form from the university
Visa Processing Time	~3 months

Documents Required

Valid Passport
DS-160 Form
Form I-20
SEVIS Fee Payment Receipt
Passport-Size Photograph
Language Proficiency Certification

Required Entrance Exams

TOEFL -The required TOEFL score range for admission to graduate and postgraduate courses is 65 to 85.
The required TOEFL score range for admission to Ph.D. courses is 90-100.
The applicants must have a minimum score of 20 in each section of the TOEFL. iBT
IELTS -The average IELTS score for Indian students acquiring admission to US universities ranges from 6.5 to 9. Over 3400 colleges and universities in the US offer admission based on the IELTS score.
PTE -Over 700+ universities and colleges in the US offer admission based on the PTE score.
The required PTE score to acquire admission is 70. The score necessary might increase based on the course.
SAT -The minimum SAT score required to acquire admission to undergraduate courses in the US is 1300.
To get into top universities in the US, a minimum score of 1520 is required.
GRE -A minimum GRE score of 3320 is required to acquire admission to US universities.
Candidates applying for an MBA in the US can submit GRE instead of GMAT scores.
GMAT - A minimum GMAT score of 700 is required to seek admission to US universities.
To get into top business schools in the US, a minimum score of 740 is required.
Apart from these exams, some other exams that a candidate has to take based on the courses are LSAT, MCAT, DAT, and OAT.

Work Opportunities in the USA for Indian Students

After higher education, there are various career opportunities and job prospects for international students in the US. Below are someof the career opportunities,

After MBBS in the US- General Internists, Anesthesiologists, Surgeons, and more
After Engineering- Aerospace engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, and more
After MBA- Senior Accountant, Marketing Manager, Business Development Director, Managing Director, Accounting Manager, and more.
After Diploma Courses- Engineering Trainee, IT Assistant, Graphic Designer, Creative Director, UX Designer, High School Teacher, Clinical Manager, Business Analyst IT, and more.
Health Care Domain- Psychiatrist, anesthesiologist, obstetrics & gynecology physician (OB-GYN), Orthodontist, and more.
In the Legal domain-Corporate lawyer, Patient attorney, Intellectual property paralegal, Chief legal officer, and more.
In Information Technology Domain-Network architect, IT Manager, Site reliability engineer, Software engineer, and more.
In the Managing Companies and Enterprises Domain- Marketing managers, chief executives, financial managers, and more.
In the Finance Domain- Insurance advisor, Compliance officer, Investment banker, Budget analyst, and more.
Other job prospects include Criminology, Economics, Agriculture, Psychology, Human Resources, Political Science, and Earth Sciences. Read US job market trends here.

Job Roles:

The total employment is projected to grow by almost 4.7 million jobs during this decade with the health care and social assistance sector driving much of this growth. The occupations in Technology, Data Science, and Finance are also expected to see significant demand. Some of the top 10 Job roles are as follows:

Job Role	Salary (Approx.)
Physician (General Practitioner)	$200,000 - $250,000
Dentist	Varies (typically $120,000 - $200,000)
Nurse Practitioner (NP)	$90,000 - $120,000
Software Engineer/Developer	$80,000 - $120,000
Product Manager	$100,000 - $150,000
Aerospace Engineer	$80,000 - $120,000
Data Scientist/Analyst	$90,000 - $130,000
Machine Learning Engineer	$100,000 - $150,000
Financial Analyst/Consultant	$70,000 - $100,000
Human Resource Manager	$70,000 - $100,000

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