WHY STUDY IN USA ?
QUALITY EDUCATION AND UNIQUE CURRICULUM
US education is recognized all over the world. 30 of the top 100 best world universities are located in the US, as ranked by Quacquarelli Symonds World University Rankings for 2015/2016. One of the reasons students at US universities are so successful upon graduation is because they were educated in the “liberal arts”. This means a focus, not just on a specific major, but on other subjects such as various maths and sciences, philosophy, history, and literature.
IT’S DIVERSE
US universities place great significance on diversity, meaning classes will consist of students of all ages, religions, and countries of origin. This provides a stimulating and rich learning environment which encourages cross-cultural understanding and networking. Most classes will contain no more than 20 students and the professors will take the time to get to know students and support their learning even outside the classroom.
There is also always a very active social life on US campuses, with many clubs and organizations students can join that will help further career opportunities and allow interaction with students who have similar tastes and interests.
FLEXIBILITY
Although many programs are highly structured in that specific coursework requirements must be met, you will generally be able to find a wide variety of course choices to meet those requirements. For example, liberal arts coursework for an undergraduate program will include (among others) classes in languages and mathematics, but you will often have several options from which to choose insofar as which language class you take, or which area of mathematics appeals most to your interests and skills.
At the advanced stages of a degree, or if you are pursuing a graduate degree, you will be able to tailor your coursework to fit your specific academic goals, needs and interests. When you choose topics for independent study for a graduate thesis or dissertation, you can emphasize ideas that are important to you, your field and your country.
HOW TO APPLY?
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
There are some basic common denominators in the application procedure for every university in the USA. Language proficiency tests like IELTS and TOEFL are some of the most important aspects of this application process. Those hoping to study in post graduate courses apart from MBA need to appear for GRE while those desirous of studying for an MBA need to appear for GMAT.
Undergraduates need an IELTS score of 6.0 or a TOEFL IBT score of 79, while those applying for post graduate degrees need an IELTS score of 6.0 to 6.5 or a TOEFL IBT score of 90. Undergraduates need to appear for SAT in order to apply to graduate courses and they need a SAT score of over 1200. Post graduate aspirants need to appear for a GRE and need a mandatory score of 290-300. Those hoping to study for their MBA degree need to appear for GMAT and require a score of 450 to 500.
The application package needs to be sent to the universities strictly in accordance to their mandated guidelines. Academic performance records need to be provided in clear detail along with valid scores for all the necessary foreign going competitive examinations. There are two main intake sessions for universities in the USA – fall and spring. The fall intake starts in late August and ends in late December while the spring session starts in Jannuary and ends in early May. The deadlines for each intake are highly strict and need to be carefully monitored. Following the guidelines is crucial to obtain the requisite I-20 form from the respective universities.
DOCUMENT FOR ADMISSION & VISA
10th Marks Sheet (Attested by the Principal in a sealed envelope)
12th Marks Sheet (Attested by the Principal in a sealed envelope)
Degree Individual Marks Sheet (Attested by the Registrar of the University in a sealed envelope)
Provisional & Consolidate Certificate (Attested by the Registrar of the University in a sealed envelope)
If the student is in a final year, Course Completion Certificate (Attested by the College Principal in a sealed envelope)
Statement of Purpose (we can help, if required)
Three Recommendation letters from HOD/Professors/Asst. Professors or Lecturer of the Graduation College
Bank Statement for Rupees Fifteen to Eighteen Lakhs, on Bank, letter head (Attested by the Branch Manager)
Affidavit of Support from the Sponsor
TOEFL/IELTS, SAT, GRE & GMAT scores report photo copies & officially score should be sent to the University through ETS.
Educational Resume/Curriculum Vitae.
Passport Photostat first and last pages
Photographs
Work Experience letter if applicable
Any other qualification certificates or extracurricular activities certificates (Attested by Graduation College in a sealed envelope)
For Architecture & Fashion Design a Portfolio or the Project report is required.
TEST SCORES
IELTS: Overall 6.5 bands (Not less than 6 in any module) for Master Programs and Overall 6 bands for undergraduate program. Some universities do provide ESL programs
TOEFL: Minimum 80(IBT)
GRE/GMAT/SAT: Depend upon universities/courses.