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Study in the United States

Your complete guide to studying in the United States — universities, scholarships, visa requirements, and living costs.

MIT, Harvard, Stanford & more
OPT: 1-3 years post-study work
$1,200–2,500/month
F-1 student visa required

Why Study in the United States?

  • Home to the most top-ranked universities globally — MIT, Harvard, Stanford, Caltech
  • Flexible curriculum with major/minor system and interdisciplinary opportunities
  • Optional Practical Training (OPT) allows up to 3 years of post-study work for STEM graduates
  • Vibrant campus life and world-class research facilities

Universities in the United States

Academy of Art University

Adelphi University

Albion College

Alliant University

Alma College

American English College

American University

Arizona State University

Arkansas State University

Atlantis University

Auburn University

Auburn University at Montgomery

Augustana University

Austin Peay State University

Avila University (AU)

Avila University Arizona (AUA)

Bard College at Simon's Rock

Bay Atlantic University

Benedictine University

Benedictine University (BenU)

Berkeley City College (BCC)

Berkeley College

Bethesda University

Boise State University

Brenau University

CU London

California Baptist University

California Lutheran University

California State University, Bakersfield

California State University, Channel Islands

California State University, Dominguez Hills

California State University, East Bay

California State University, Fullerton (CSUF)

California State University, Long Beach

California State University, Monterey Bay

California State University, Northridge

California State University, Sacramento

California State University, San Bernardino

California State University, San Marcos

California State University, Stanislaus

Capitol Technology University

Central Michigan University

Central Washington University

Chatham University

City University of Seattle

Clark University

College of Alameda

College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University

College of the Canyons

Colleges of Contra Costa

Colorado Mesa University

Concordia University

Concordia University Chicago (CUC)

Dallas Baptist University

DePaul University

Dominican University of California

East Carolina University

East Tennessee State University (ETSU)

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Fairleigh Dickinson University

Fairleigh Dickinson University New Jersey

Fei Tian College

Fisher College

Florida A&M University

Florida Atlantic University

Florida International University

Fox Valley Technical College

Full Sail University

Genesee Community College

Gonzaga University

Goucher College

Governors State University (GovState)

Green River College

Harrisburg University

Hartwick College (HC)

Hawai‘i Pacific University

Herzing University (HU)

Highline College

Hood College

Hope College

Houston Christian University

Hult International Business School

Humphreys University

Husson University

INTERLINK at UNC Greensboro

International College at Robert Gordon University

Iowa State University

Irvine Valley College

Istituto Marangoni Miami

James Madison University

Johns Hopkins University

Johnson & Wales University

Kansas State University

Kent State University

LIM College

Laney College

Lees-McRae College

Lewis University

Lincoln Bishop University (LBU)

Long Island University

Louisiana State University

Lycoming College

Madonna University

Manhattanville University

Marist University

Marquette University

Marymount University

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

Mercer University

Mercer University (MU)

Mercy University

Mercy University International (MUI)

Merrimack College

Merritt College

Miami University

Middle Tennessee State University

Midwestern State University (MSU Texas)

Minnesota State University Moorhead (MSUM)

Mission College

Missouri University of Science and Technology

Mohawk Valley Community College (MVCC)

Monroe University

Montana State University

Mt. San Antonio College

Muhlenberg College

Murray State University

Musicians Institute

Napa Valley College

National Louis University

Nazareth University

New Jersey Institute of Technology

New Mexico Military Institute

New York Institute of Technology

New York Institute of Technology (NYIT

NewSchool of Architecture and Design

Niagara University

North Central College

North Park University

North Seattle College

Northeast Wisconsin Technical College

Northeastern Illinois University

Northeastern University

Northern Arizona University

Northwood University

Nova Southeastern University

Ohio Dominican University

Ohio Northern University

Ohlone College

Oklahoma State University

Oral Roberts University (ORU)

Ottawa University

Otterbein University

Pace University

Pacific Lutheran University

Penn State Dickinson Law (DSL)

Pittsburg State University

Post University

Purdue University Northwest

Queens College of The City University of New York

Quinnipiac University

Radford University

Regis College

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI)

Riverside City College

Rochester Institute of Technology

Rockford University

Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine

SUNY Fulton-Montgomery Community College

Sacred Heart University

Saginaw Valley State University

Saint Leo University

Saint Martin's University

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota

Salt Lake Community College

San Francisco State University

San José City College

San Mateo Colleges of Silicon Valley

Santa Barbara City College

Santa Monica College

Seattle Central College

Seattle Colleges

Seattle University (SU)

Shoreline Community College

Simmons University

Sonoma State University

South Dakota State University

South Seattle College

South University

Southeast Missouri State University

Southern Connecticut State University

Southern Illinois University Carbondale

Southern New Hampshire University

Southern Ontario Collegiate

Southern Utah University

Southwest Minnesota State University

Southwestern College

St. Cloud State University

St. Edward's University

St. Mary's University

St. Norbert College

Stanford University

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State University of New York (SUNY) Albany

State University of New York (SUNY) Cobleskill

State University of New York (SUNY) Oswego

State University of New York (SUNY) Polytechnic Institute

Stetson University

Stevenson University

Tacoma Community College

Tennessee Tech University

Texas A&M University

Texas State University

Texas Wesleyan University

The Chicago School

The College of St. Scholastica

The University of Akron (UA)

The University of Tulsa (TU)

Tiffin University

Towson University

Trine University

Troy University

Tulane University

UCLA Extension

University at Buffalo, State University of New York

University of Bridgeport

University of California, Irvine

University of California, Riverside

University of Central Arkansas

University of Central Florida

University of Central Missouri

University of Central Oklahoma

University of Colorado

University of Connecticut

University of Dayton

University of Findlay

University of Hartford

University of Houston

University of Idaho

University of Illinois

University of Illinois - Springfield

University of Illinois at Chicago

University of Iowa

University of Jamestown

University of Kansas

University of La Verne

University of Louisville (UofL)

University of Massachusetts Boston

University of Massachusetts Dartmouth

University of Massachusetts Lowell

University of Minnesota Duluth

University of Missouri

University of Nevada

University of Nevada (UNLV)

University of New Haven

University of New Mexico

University of North Alabama

University of North Florida

University of Northern Iowa (UNI)

University of Oregon

University of Pittsburgh English Language Institute

University of San Diego

University of South Carolina

University of South Carolina Upstate

University of South Dakota

University of Tampa

University of Tennessee Knoxville

University of Texas at San Antonio

University of The Potomac

University of Utah

University of Vermont

University of West Florida

University of Wisconsin

University of Wisconsin (UW)

University of Wisconsin Oshkosh

University of the Incarnate Word

University of the Pacific

University of the Potomac

University of the West

University of the West of England Bristol International College

Utica University

Virscend University

Washington State University

Washington University of Science and Technology

Webster University

Westcliff University

Western International College (WesternIC)

Western Michigan University

Western New England University

Western Washington University

Westmont College

Wichita State University

Wilkes University

William Jewell College

William Paterson University

Woodbury University

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Scholarships in the United States

Stanford Knight-Hennessy Scholarship

Master · 📅 October 2026

Fulbright Foreign Student Program

Master · 📅 February 2027

Fulbright Scholarship

Master's & PhD · 📅 September 15, 2026

Yousriya Loza Sawiris Scholarship

Master's · 📅 October 10, 2026

Stanford University Scholarships

Bachelor's, Master's & PhD · 📅 November 1, 2026

University of Michigan Scholarship

Bachelor's, Master's & PhD · 📅 November 1, 2026

Visa & Immigration

Visa Requirements

F-1 student visa required. Your university will issue an I-20 form after acceptance. Schedule your visa interview 3+ months before the semester.

Living Costs

$1,200–2,500/month

Average monthly student costs

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to study in the USA?

Public universities charge $12,000–25,000/year for international students. Private universities: $30,000–60,000/year. Add $12,000–18,000/year for living costs. Total: $25,000–75,000+/year.

Is IELTS required to study in the USA?

Most US universities require IELTS 6.0–7.0 or TOEFL iBT 80–100. Some schools also accept the Duolingo English Test. SAT/ACT may also be required.

Can I work while studying in the USA?

F-1 visa holders can work on-campus up to 20 hours/week during the semester. After graduation, OPT allows 1 year of paid work experience (3 years for STEM graduates).

How early should I apply to US universities?

Early Decision/Action deadlines are November 1–15. Regular Decision: January 1–15. Start your application at least 12 months before your intended start date.

Are US degrees recognized worldwide?

Yes. US university degrees are among the most respected globally, accepted for employment and further study in the GCC, Europe, and worldwide.

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