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Study in United States
The USA still has the deepest concentration of research funding, faculty and graduate employers — and for STEM graduates, three years of post-study work through the OPT extension.
Why United States
What makes this route worth considering
- Unmatched breadth: thousands of institutions, so there is genuinely a fit at most profiles and budgets.
- Assistantships and funding at graduate level can offset a large share of tuition.
- STEM OPT extends post-study work to 36 months, the longest of any major destination.
Costs
What it costs
- Tuition (indicative): USD 25,000 – 60,000 per year
- Living costs: USD 12,000 – 20,000 per year, city-dependent
- Proof of funds: Required for the I-20 — the institution sets the figure
Intakes
Intakes & timing
Fall (August/September) is the dominant intake, with a smaller Spring intake in January. Fall applicants should start 12–15 months ahead because of test scores and funding deadlines.
Visa
Visa & work rights
- F-1 student visa, applied for after the institution issues your I-20.
- Visa interview at the consulate — preparation matters more here than for most destinations.
- Optional Practical Training: 12 months, extended by 24 months for eligible STEM degrees.
- On-campus work permitted; off-campus work is tightly restricted.
Figures are indicative and rules change. Tuition, living costs, proof-of-funds amounts and visa conditions for United States are revised regularly by institutions and authorities. Treat this page as a starting point for planning, confirm current requirements with your counsellor, and remember that visa decisions rest solely with the immigration authority.
How Hunt helps
From shortlist to arrival in United States
The same twelve-stage process we run for every student, applied to this destination's specific requirements.
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Is United States right for you?
An honest read on whether this destination fits your budget, profile and what you want afterwards — before you commit to it.
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Shortlist & applications
An ambitious / balanced / safe list, then the applications, transcripts and deadlines tracked and filed for you.
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Visa, funds & departure
Financial evidence, the visa file, insurance, accommodation and a pre-departure briefing for United States specifically.
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