Education in the USA

for foreigners

A US education offers prestige and limitless opportunities. American degrees are highly valued worldwide, and graduates from leading universities are eagerly sought after by international companies. US universities consistently occupy top positions in global rankings. Studying here opens the door to a global career and a unique student experience.
Culture
It is a melting pot of cultural traditions from around the world, reflected in music, art, and literature. Individualism and freedom of expression are valued in the United States, and diversity is the norm.
Economy
The US economy is the world's first in nominal GDP, accounting for 25% of the world's GDP, and is also one of the most innovative economies. Leading industries include technology, finance, healthcare, and manufacturing.
Climate
The United States has many climate zones, from arctic Alaska to tropical Florida. Most of the territory has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons.
about 333 millionpopulation of the country
$29 trillionGDP (2024)
up to 99%literacy rate of the population
more than 1 millionforeign students
no more than 3.7%unemployment rate

Популярные университеты

Princeton University
USA
Bachelor's degree: about $60,000 per yearMaster's degree: average $58,000 per yearDoctoral studies: free*
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Princeton University
USA
Bachelor's degree: about $60,000 per yearMaster's degree: average $58,000 per yearDoctoral studies: free*
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Johns Hopkins University
USA
Bachelor's degree: $63,340 per yearMaster's degree: $65,956 per yearDoctoral studies: about $65,000 per year
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University of Florida
USA
Bachelor's degree: from $55,000 per yearMaster's degree: $15,000 - $40,000 per yearDoctoral studies: $10,000-$30,000 per year
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Peculiarities of education in the USA

The United States is rightfully considered a world leader in education. There are 4,700 universities: public and private universities, colleges, institutes. US universities occupy leading positions in world rankings: QS World University Rankings, Times Higher Education World University Rankings, etc.

Duration of training:
Bachelor's Degree

Awarded after 4 years of study at a college or university, it is the first and most common degree that students receive.
Master's Degree

Awarded 1-2 years after completing a bachelor’s degree. May be research-oriented or professionally focused.
Doctoral Degree

The highest academic degree. A PhD typically takes 5 to 8 years to complete after completing a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree.

Diversity of educational programs

Bachelor's degreeMaster's degreeDoctoral studies

Специальности

Prospects for foreigners

International students aspire to enroll in US universities that are included in international rankings, inspired by the achievements of famous people. Google co-founders Sergey Brin and Larry Page studied at Stanford. Writer F. Scott Fitzgerald studied at Princeton. And Harvard students Bill Gates and Mark Zuckerberg literally changed the world.

US universities do not study for the sake of studying. They prepare specialists in their field, businessmen, innovators, leaders and great creators.

Why you should study here:

The United States ranks second in the Global Innovation Index, with students at universities participating in major projects.

International students gain invaluable international experience and a broad outlook by interacting with people from other nationalities and cultures.

Scholarships and grants in the USA are also available to foreigners (and we will help you get them!).

With an American diploma, the chance to build a cool career is close to 100%. Moreover, both in your own country and in any other corner of the world.

Cost of education

Tuition at public American universities ranges from $10,000 to $35,000, while tuition at private universities and colleges ranges from $25,000 to $50,000 and up per year.

Cost for different programs:

Bachelor’s Degree

Public Universities: $25,000 – $45,000 per year
Private Universities: $35,000 – $70,000+ per year

Master’s Degree

Public Universities: $25,000 – $50,000 per year
Private Universities: $40,000 – $80,000+ per year

Doctoral Degree (PhD)

Public Universities: $10,000 – $40,000 per year
Private Universities: $30,000 – $80,000+ per year

Foreign students can reduce or fully cover the cost of education with the help of financing. Scholarships are issued by both the university and the state or third-party organizations. We help to obtain scholarships from 50% to 100%, and also stipulate a guarantee of admission from the first attempt in the contract.

Scholarships and grants in the USA

Scholarships and grants can cover your tuition fees substantially or even completely. But to receive a scholarship or grant, you need to meet a set of requirements, the list depends on the university and program. Usually, the following are taken into account:

  • academic results
  • knowledge of English
  • leadership skills
  • social activity
  • motivation to study

All this is assessed as a whole, you should not ignore individual points. It is also worth considering that there are different types of scholarships for foreigners.

Types of financing:
Need-based scholarships Плюсик

Universities pay the remaining tuition fees for incoming students if they prove that they do not have sufficient financial resources.

Merit-based Scholarships Плюсик

Designed for those who have achieved impressive academic success.

External scholarships Плюсик
  • Country-based scholarships
  • International Organizations
  • Privately-funded scholarships (minority organizations)
  • Government-funded scholarships

For each student, we develop a separate admission strategy and focus on the types of scholarships that they can receive, reducing the cost of education by 50-100%.

Fact! 99% of our students are accepted on the first try, and 95% receive generous funding.

Accommodation and adaptation

When moving to the USA, students may face culture shock and a language barrier. To avoid this, it is better to prepare for the move in advance: improve your English (TOEFL from 7 points), study the peculiarities of the American mentality (there are not many of them!), talk to those who already have experience of studying and living in the USA.

To facilitate adaptation in the country and immerse yourself in the environment, students are recommended to go to language courses. Such programs are good at helping improve your language and “fit in” with the environment.

Accommodation options

Student Residences (Campuses)

Usually located on campus and can be for 1, 2, 3 or more people, with shared or private bathrooms. Dorms often have common areas for recreation, kitchens and laundry facilities.

Cost: $8,000-$16,000 per year, depending on the state, university and room type).

Rental Housing

Students can rent an apartment near campus on their own or with friends. This option gives more freedom, but is also more expensive: $600-$2,500 per month (depending on the city, area, and type of apartment).

In larger cities like New York or San Francisco, prices can be significantly higher.

Host families

Involves living in the homes of local residents, usually in a separate room. The hosts may provide meals and the opportunity to get acquainted with American culture, improve English.

The cost ranges from $700 to $1,200 per month, which depends on the state, living conditions and other nuances.

Admission to the USA with our experts guarantees success in 99% of cases. We stipulate a guarantee of admission from the first attempt in the contract, as we are confident in our algorithm and have tested it both on ourselves and on 1150+ of our students.

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How to apply to the USA

It is not easy for an international student to enter the USA, but if you set a goal and develop an individual strategy, as well as enlist the support of someone who has already gone through this path, everything will work out!

Basic requirements:

1
Academic performance

Certificate of secondary education, bachelor’s/master’s degree (depending on the program).
2
Knowledge of language

International students must prove their English language proficiency with relevant certificates.
3
Documents

Certificate, IELTS/TOEFL results, resume, motivation letter, letters of recommendation, SAT/GRE/GMAT exams, etc.
4
Personal brand

Admissions to US universities are highly competitive. A strong Personal Brand will help you stand out from other candidates.
5
Insurance

Health insurance is mandatory for all students at American universities, including international students.
6
Visa

To enter the United States to study, you must obtain an F-1 visa.

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