Study Abroad – USA
Why Study in USA? 4,000+ colleges & universities, leading research, strong industry links, OPT work options, and wide scholarship opportunities.
Top Universities
MIT, Stanford, Harvard, UC Berkeley, CMU, Michigan, Georgia Tech, UCLA, UCSD & more.
Popular Courses
MS CS/Data/AI, Engineering, Business/Finance, Life Sciences, Design & more.
Scholarships
University grants & assistantships plus external awards for Indian students.
Why Study in USA?
High-impact research, internships, and diverse campuses across states.
- 🏫 World‑leading faculty, labs & research output.
- 💼 Strong internship/co‑op ecosystem with industry partners.
- 🧾 OPT after study (with a 24‑month STEM extension for eligible fields).
- 🎯 Broad course options & flexible curricula.
- 🎓 Wide range of scholarships, assistantships and on‑campus opportunities.
Top US Universities & Typical International Fees
Ranges are indicative per year; fees vary by program. INR is an approximate conversion.
Note: Ranges are indicative for international students and vary by program (e.g., MBBS/MD & MBAs can be higher). INR is an approximate conversion.
Popular Courses in the USA
Computer Science & Data
AI/ML, Data Science, Cybersecurity, Cloud — deep industry integration.
Engineering
Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Civil, Chemical, Aerospace with co‑ops.
Business & Analytics
MBA, MSBA, Finance, Marketing, Supply Chain in major business hubs.
Life Sciences
Biotech, Public Health, Bioinformatics, Biomedical Engineering.
Design & Creative
Human‑Computer Interaction, Product Design, Animation, Media.
Policy & Law
Public Policy, International Relations; specialized law tracks (LLM).
Scholarships for Indian Students
Fulbright‑Nehru
Prestigious US‑India award for master’s/research candidates.
Inlaks / JN Tata / KC Mahindra
External Indian scholarships for postgraduate study abroad.
University Aid
Merit scholarships, assistantships (RA/TA) & tuition waivers; program‑specific.
How to Apply (Step‑by‑Step)
- Shortlist programs (course fit, intake, location, fees & requirements).
- Prepare tests/documents: IELTS/TOEFL/Duolingo (as needed), GRE/GMAT (program‑specific), SOP/Essays, LORs, Resume, Transcripts.
- Apply: via Common App (UG) or the University Portal (PG); pay application fees.
- Decisions & i20: Accept offer, show financials; receive your I‑20.
- Visa & Travel: Apply for F‑1 visa (SEVIS fee), plan arrival & housing.
Pros & Cons of Studying in the USA (for Indians)
Pros
- Global brand value & alumni networks.
- Internships & co‑ops boost employability.
- OPT (with STEM extension for eligible fields).
- Flexible curricula and electives.
- Rich campus resources & student life.
Cons
- Tuition & living costs vary and can be high in major cities.
- Competitive admissions & earlier deadlines.
- Visa/immigration rules can change; plan ahead.
- Health insurance and housing add to expenses.