Number of Univeresities
4000+ Universities
Intake
Fall/Spring/Summer
Tuition Fees
18,000 US$ to 1,10,000 US$
Scholarship
Unlimited
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Cost of Living
Accommodation
Avg: $700–$1,500/month (Off-campus shared)
Transport
Avg: $70–$150/month (Public transport pass)
Food
Avg: $300–$600/month (Groceries & modest dining)
Miscellaneous
Avg: $150–$300/month (Utilities, internet & personal)
Work Options
Part-time Jobs Description: 20 hours/week during studies on campus. Part-time pay avg: $14–$20/hr.
Post-study Description: OPT (Optional Practical Training) is available, up to 3 years for STEM graduates.
Once admitted to a institution and after demonstrating financial capability, the university will issue you an I-20 form. This document is essential for your visa application.
The SEVIS (Student and Exchange Visitor Information System) fee is a mandatory government fee that registers you in the SEVIS database. You must pay this before your visa interview.
Fill out the online Non-immigrant Visa Application (DS-160) form. This is a comprehensive form requiring detailed personal, travel, and security information.
Book an appointment at the nearest US Embassy or Consulate in your home country. Wait times can vary significantly, so plan ahead.
Prepare all necessary documents for the interview.
During the interview, a consular officer will ask questions about your academic plans, financial resources, ties to your home country,
If your visa is approved, your passport will typically be returned with the visa stamp within a few days or weeks.