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🇺🇸 Study in the United States

The widest range of programs, and the deepest research funding anywhere.

No other destination matches the sheer range of universities, specialisations and research funding in the US - it takes a stronger application, but the ceiling on outcomes is the highest we handle.

90% visa successOPT 3 yrs STEM post-studyAug & Jan main intake
Study in United States

Why here

Why students choose United States.

The reasons our students actually give, not brochure copy.

Unmatched range of programs

From liberal arts colleges to research powerhouses - more specialisations and program formats than any other destination.

STEM OPT can mean 3 years of work

STEM-designated master's graduates can work up to 3 years post-study without needing a separate visa first.

The deepest research funding we see

US universities routinely offer graduate assistantships and research funding unmatched elsewhere.

A direct pipeline to global tech & finance

Boston, NYC, the Bay Area and Seattle sit at the centre of industries hiring international graduates.

At a glance

United States in six numbers.

Tuition
$20,000–45,000/yr
Living costs
$1,000–1,800/month
Intakes
August & January
Work rights
20 hrs/week on-campus (CPT/OPT after)
Language test
TOEFL iBT / IELTS / Duolingo
Course length
4 yrs bachelor's · 1–2 yrs master's

Worth knowing

Interesting facts about United States.

STEM OPT extends your work window

Standard OPT gives 1 year of post-study work; STEM-designated degrees add a 24-month extension - 3 years total.

Home to more top-100 universities than anywhere else

The US holds the largest share of globally top-ranked universities of any single country.

The world's largest economy, with the deepest job market

From Wall Street to Silicon Valley, the breadth of industries hiring graduates has no real equivalent.

Assistantships can offset real cost

Many master's and PhD programs offer teaching or research assistantships that cover tuition plus a stipend.

What's worth studying

Popular courses in United States.

What our students are enrolling in most - your counsellor narrows this to your background and goals.

Computer Science

Strong OPT-to-H1B pipeline for graduates.

Business Analytics

Fast-growing, often STEM-designated MS programs.

Engineering

Broad specialisations, strong research funding.

Public Health (MPH)

Popular post-2020, strong job market.

Finance

Strong Wall Street and corporate finance pipeline.

Data Science

STEM-OPT eligible, high graduate demand.

Biomedical Sciences

Tied to major US research and pharma hubs.

Supply Chain Management

Growing logistics and e-commerce sector demand.

Cybersecurity

High-demand, strong federal and corporate hiring.

Marketing

Popular MBA specialisation with strong ROI.

Where you could study

Top universities in United States.

Part of our 100+ partner university network - your counsellor builds the full shortlist around your grades and goals.

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Arizona State University

Large, welcoming international student community

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Boston University

Strong research output, city-campus experience

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University of Arizona

Strong sciences, welcoming to international students

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Northeastern University

Renowned co-op work-study program

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Purdue University

Leading engineering and computer science

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Ohio State University

Large public research university, broad programs

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University of Texas at Dallas

Strong STEM, business analytics

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University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Top-ranked engineering & computer science

Budget it out

What studying in United States actually costs.

Coastal cities (NYC, Boston, SF) run substantially higher than the Midwest or South - a real lever for budget-conscious shortlists.

Tuition, by level

Public university (out-of-state)$20,000–35,000/yr
Private university$30,000–55,000/yr
Master's (STEM)$25,000–45,000/yr

Estimated living costs

Accommodation$600–1,200/month
Food & groceries$250–400/month
Transport$60–120/month
Health insurance (university plan)$1,500–2,500/yr

What you’ll need

Admission & eligibility.

General requirements for United States - your counsellor confirms the exact list for your target universities and course level.

  • Academic transcripts (course-by-course WES evaluation for grad school)
  • Statement of Purpose / essays
  • Two to three academic references
  • Financial evidence (I-20 sponsorship)
  • SEVIS fee payment before visa interview

Language & entry tests

TestTOEFL iBT 80–100+ (most common)
TestIELTS Academic 6.5–7.0+
TestDuolingo English Test (growing acceptance)
TestGRE / GMAT (program-dependent for graduate admission)

Funding it

Scholarships for United States.

Merit, need-based and government-funded options our students have actually won.

Full funding

Fulbright Program

US government scholarship for graduate study and research, highly competitive but open to Nepali applicants.

Tuition waiver + stipend

University graduate assistantships

Common at the master's and PhD level in exchange for teaching or research work.

$5,000–20,000/yr

University merit scholarships

Many universities offer entry scholarships based on academic profile at the point of application.

Working while and after

Career opportunities in United States.

Part-time work

20 hours/week on-campus during studies; CPT for degree-related internships.

Post-study work

OPT: 1 year standard, extendable to 3 years total for STEM-designated degrees.

In-demand industries

Technology & softwareFinance & consultingHealthcare & biotechEngineering & data science

Day to day

Student life in United States.

Accommodation

On-campus dorms are standard in year one; off-campus shared housing typically follows, from $600/month.

Getting around

Most college towns run a free student transit system; larger cities add metro/subway passes.

Safety

Universities run dedicated international student offices (ISSS) plus 24/7 campus safety escorts.

Culture & community

Student clubs, Greek life and campus events are the default social entry point at most US universities.

Still deciding

Questions about studying in United States.

The F-1 process weighs intent-to-return heavily - our 90% reflects a genuinely more complex interview, not weaker preparation.
A 24-month extension on top of the standard 1-year OPT, available to STEM-designated degree graduates - 3 years of work in total.
Depends on the program - many master's programs have dropped it, but competitive STEM and business programs may still require it.
Tuition plus $12,000–20,000 in living costs, more on the coasts - your counsellor sizes this to your actual shortlist.
Assistantships are mostly graduate-level, but merit scholarships at the undergraduate level are common and worth applying for.

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