Study in the
United States
STEM-OPT, research assistantships, and the broadest course catalogue on the planet. We handle profile shortlisting, SOP, and the F1 interview prep that actually matters.
Intakes
Fall (August/September) · Spring (January) · Summer (limited)
Tuition / year
$18,000 – $58,000 per year
Work rights
On-campus 20 hrs/week from day one.
Top courses
Computer Science & AI/ML, Data Science & Analytics, MBA
Why United States
The honest reasons students pick United States.
Not brochure points — the things that actually matter once you're studying and trying to stay on.
STEM OPT — 3 years
Twelve months OPT plus a 24-month STEM extension means three years of legal work post-degree.
Assistantships & funding
RA/TA positions can cover tuition plus a stipend — common at the PhD level and selective at Masters.
Course flexibility
Take electives outside your major. Switch concentrations after a semester. The system rewards exploration.
Research output
More patents, more publications, more lab funding than any other study destination.
Education system
Four-year Bachelors, two-year Masters (mostly), PhDs of 4–6 years. Credit system means part-time and acceleration are both possible.
Popular courses
- Computer Science & AI/ML
- Data Science & Analytics
- MBA
- Electrical & Computer Engineering
- Biotechnology
- Public Health
- Finance & Quant
Costs & funding
- Tuition
- $18,000 – $58,000 per year
- Living
- $12,000 – $20,000 per year
- Visa
- $185 + $350 SEVIS
Scholarships
- Fulbright (foreign students)
- University assistantships
- Inlaks & need-based aid
- External fellowships per field
Documents you'll need
- Transcripts (WES evaluation if asked)
- GRE / GMAT (subject-dependent)
- TOEFL / IELTS / Duolingo
- SOP and 2–3 LORs
- Resume
- I-20 once admitted
- DS-160 and SEVIS receipts for visa
Work & post-study
On-campus 20 hrs/week from day one. CPT during studies, OPT for 12 months after, plus 24-month STEM extension.
Frequently asked
United States questions, answered straight.
Do I need the GRE for a US Masters in 2026?+
Many top-tier universities have permanently waived the GRE for Masters programmes in CS, DS, and Analytics. We confirm waiver status per programme before you spend $220 on the exam.
What are the most common F1 visa refusal reasons?+
Weak ties to home country, unclear or inconsistent funding, and vague answers about course choice. Our mock interviews target exactly these three, based on 214(b) refusal patterns from 2024–25.
Can my spouse work on an F2 dependant visa?+
No — F2 dependants cannot work or study full-time. We'll discuss H4 or J2 alternatives if your spouse's employment matters.
How much bank balance do I need to show for an F1 visa?+
One full year of tuition plus living expenses, typically $45,000–$75,000. Funds can be liquid assets, education loans (sanctioned), or a mix. Property is not accepted as F1 evidence.
What is STEM OPT and which courses qualify?+
STEM OPT is a 24-month extension on top of the standard 12-month OPT for graduates of DHS-designated STEM programmes — CS, DS, Analytics, Engineering, and most Applied Maths programmes qualify. Business Analytics increasingly qualifies; MBA does not.
Can I apply to US universities with a 3-year Bachelors?+
Some accept it directly, some require a 4-year equivalency via WES, and some ask for a completed PG Diploma. We build your shortlist around your specific transcript, not a generic list.
How early should I start the US application?+
12–14 months before intake for Fall, 9–10 for Spring. GRE/TOEFL bookings, LOR chasers, SOP drafts, and I-20 processing all take longer than students expect.
What's the difference between SEVIS I-20 and DS-160?+
The I-20 is issued by your admitted university and proves your programme, funding, and SEVIS ID. The DS-160 is the US State Department visa application you fill in yourself before the consulate interview.
Are US education loans easier to get than UK loans?+
Yes, provided you have a strong US-based co-signer or use non-cosigner lenders like MPOWER and Prodigy. We introduce students to both without any referral fee.