Overview USA

Name: United States of America (USA)

Capital City: Washington, D.C. (pop. 702,455)

Population: Approximately 331,449,281

Ethnicity: White 72.4%, Black or African American 12.6%, Asian 5.9%, Native American or Alaska Native 0.9%, Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander 0.2%, two or more races 2.9%, Hispanic or Latino 17.8% (of any race)

GDP per capita: $63,416 

Language: English (official), Spanish widely spoken in some regions

Religion: Christianity (Protestantism 46.5%, Roman Catholicism 20.8%, other Christian denominations 5.9%), Judaism 1.8%, Islam 0.9%, Buddhism 0.7%, Hinduism 0.7%, other religions 2.8%, unaffiliated or atheist 20.4%

• Prestigious universities
• Diverse programs catering to diverse academic interests and career goals.
• Vibrant campus life - extracurricular activities, cultural events and more
• Ample Opportunities for internships and practical experience
• Access to a vast network of alumni and industry connections
• Opportunities for research and hands-on learning experiences.
• Grading system based on GPA (Grade Point Average) and course credits

Visa and Stay-back options

• Opportunities for getting H-1B Visa
  2 year stay back options

Types of Qualifications Issued:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree:
• Doctoral Degree (Ph.D.)
• Professional Degrees
• Certificates and diplomas

Admission Test Requirements:

• SAT (Scholastic Assessment Test) or ACT (American College Testing) may be required for undergraduate admissions.
• GRE (Graduate Record Examination) or GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test) for graduate programs.
• Non-native English speakers may also be required to obtain either TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or IELTS (International English Language Testing System).

Cost of Tuition  Expenses:

• Tuition fees vary depending on the institution, program, and residency status of the student ($3000 - $7000 a year

Cost of  Living Expenses:

• Living expenses include accommodation, meals, transportation, and personal expenses. ($15,000 - $30,000 a year).

Application Intakes:

• Fall Intake: Most common intake with applications due in the preceding fall/winter (November and May)
• Spring Intake: Some institutions offer a spring intake with applications due in the preceding fall (July and December)
• Summer Intake: Limited programs may have a summer intake with applications due earlier in the year (January and March)

Scholarship Opportunities:

• Merit scholarships for academic excellence, leadership and talents.
• Need-based aid for financial assistance.
• Institutional scholarships to attract top talent.
• External funding from organisations and government agencies.