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About United States (US)
The United States of America (USA) has 50 states. The major cities of USA are New York (the global business hub), Washington DC (the national capital), Los Angeles (best known for film industry), California (also known as valley, here lies all major Computers and Information Technology Companies) and the mid western metropolis Chicago etc. In terms of size United States is third largest country in the world. At the time of writing this article Barak Obama is the President of the United States.
The History of United States is not very old. The country gained independence from Britain in 1776 county. But now it’s a most powerful nation in the world and leader in almost all areas of life including Space Sciences, Nuclear Sciences, Life Sciences, Engineering and Architecture etc. The economy of United States largely depends on following commodities:
Industry: Petroleum, steel, motor vehicles, aerospace, telecommunications, chemicals, electronics
Agriculture: Wheat, corn, other grains, fruits; beef; forest products; fish
Exports: Capital goods, automobiles, industrial supplies and raw materials, consumer goods, agricultural products.
To apply for admission in a US College or University, I recommend you to fill the application form of 4 to 6 institution considering cost factor etc. However, you can apply for as many institutions as you wish. Normally, all institutes follow similar pattern for application. The material prepared for one institution is reusable for others too though specific requirements may vary. Check properly with your institute website what all it asks for as application material. In general, following are the requirements:
Candidates are advised to initiate pre application process some 14-18 months in advance before the time for intake. If you are planning to take admission during Fall Semester write standardized tests in October / November. However, if you are planning for Spring Intake, write standardized test before June. The score of standardized test is valid for years, but fresh score is recommended to win on the admission queue.
The living cost for International students in United States shall vary depending on many factors like whether one chose to study in a public institution or private institution, the type of city whether big metropolis like California or some college in less vibrant city like Alaska. Tuition Fee per annum in private colleges may range around $150 000 to $300 000. In private universities Tuition fees could be US$ 400 000 or even higher. In public institution, tuition fee ranges around $ 100 000 to $ 200 000. Community colleges may charge tuition fee ranging from $ 8000 to $ 12000.
Figures given here are in approximation. Exact fee could vary largely depending on what type of institute and course one chose to study.
Living cost including travel and food etc may be around $100 000 to $120 000 per year. Renting a place inside campus costs less also you save lot of money on travel, while renting a place outside campus cost manifold higher. Medical insurance costs some $300 to $500. Air Travel costs around $500 to $2000 depending from which country you are flying to United States. If you take a family member along, your annual expenses may shoot up nearly $5000 to $6000.
Study Visa Requirements for United States: Students traveling to United States of America for undergraduate or post graduate programme require obtaining F Class USA Student Visa. Applicant require to fill the Form DS 160 (link: https://ceac.state.gov/genniv/) before actually facing the Interview for US Student Visa. Once you write and submit the Form DS 160 take print out of the confirmation page and then proceed to pay the visa fees. The US Colleges issued Form I-120 for affirmation of admission. Pay the fees I-901 online though official website US Immigration and customs enforcement (link: http://www.ice.gov/sevis/i901/). After completing these formalities make an appointment to get interviewed through the VFS website (link: https://www.vfs-usa.co.in/USIndia/Index.html)
Admission Procedure For International Students
To apply for admission in a US College or University, I recommend you to fill the application form of 4 to 6 institution considering cost factor etc. However, you can apply for as many institutions as you wish. Normally, all institutes follow similar pattern for application. The material prepared for one institution is reusable for others too though specific requirements may vary. Check properly with your institute website what all it asks for as application material. In general, following are the requirements:
- Application form
- Standardized Test Scores
- Transcripts
- Personal statement - which is also called the Statement of Purpose essay or SoP
- Separate research statement if you are applying for research programme (sometimes required– describing your research interests and plans)
- 2-3 Recommendation Letters
- CV (sometimes required) listing your professional and extracurricular accomplishments
- Students applying for a program like MBA may require appearing for an Interview while an audition may be a requirement for students applying for programmes like arts
- Arts students also require submitting a portfolio.
- Application fee of approximately $50-100 per application (check with your institution for exact figures)
Candidates are advised to initiate pre application process some 14-18 months in advance before the time for intake. If you are planning to take admission during Fall Semester write standardized tests in October / November. However, if you are planning for Spring Intake, write standardized test before June. The score of standardized test is valid for years, but fresh score is recommended to win on the admission queue.
Cost of Living in United States for International Students
The living cost for International students in United States shall vary depending on many factors like whether one chose to study in a public institution or private institution, the type of city whether big metropolis like California or some college in less vibrant city like Alaska. Tuition Fee per annum in private colleges may range around $150 000 to $300 000. In private universities Tuition fees could be US$ 400 000 or even higher. In public institution, tuition fee ranges around $ 100 000 to $ 200 000. Community colleges may charge tuition fee ranging from $ 8000 to $ 12000.
Figures given here are in approximation. Exact fee could vary largely depending on what type of institute and course one chose to study.
Living cost including travel and food etc may be around $100 000 to $120 000 per year. Renting a place inside campus costs less also you save lot of money on travel, while renting a place outside campus cost manifold higher. Medical insurance costs some $300 to $500. Air Travel costs around $500 to $2000 depending from which country you are flying to United States. If you take a family member along, your annual expenses may shoot up nearly $5000 to $6000.
Visa Requirements To Study In United States
Study Visa Requirements for United States: Students traveling to United States of America for undergraduate or post graduate programme require obtaining F Class USA Student Visa. Applicant require to fill the Form DS 160 (link: https://ceac.state.gov/genniv/) before actually facing the Interview for US Student Visa. Once you write and submit the Form DS 160 take print out of the confirmation page and then proceed to pay the visa fees. The US Colleges issued Form I-120 for affirmation of admission. Pay the fees I-901 online though official website US Immigration and customs enforcement (link: http://www.ice.gov/sevis/i901/). After completing these formalities make an appointment to get interviewed through the VFS website (link: https://www.vfs-usa.co.in/USIndia/Index.html)
Documents Required During Visa Interview
During US Visa Interview a candidate need following supporting documents:
- Valid passport and previously issued passports
- Recent passport size photograph with a white background (50mm x 50mm)
- DS-160 confirmation page with barcode
- Visa application fee receipts
- VFS appointment letter
- SEVIS receipt and I-120
Check for latest requirements with official sources during the time you are scheduling for visa Interview.
American Lifestyle
American lifestyle is way lot different than you enjoys in home country. An American family normally consists of a mother, a father and an average 1 to 3 children. As soon a child matures and start doing job, he / she start living in separate accommodation. Family members meet on the occasions like New Year, Birthdays, and Weddings etc. Americans are very hardworking people and punctual on time. Fitness is on top priority on an Americans to do list. Many go to gym or at least for morning walk. If you are going to study in America, do not hold hands of your friends in public; maintain a considerable distance. People holding hands of each other are supposed in a relationship. Classes in American settings are held 5 days a week, which means you will get loads of time to go out, see places, and learn about new culture or pursue a hobby. Also when in USA, follow the rules strictly else you will be fined by law enforcement officials. You can find exclusive details about American Lifestyle here.Quick Facts About USA
Source: National Geographic
- Population: 296,483,000
- Capital: Washington, D.C.; 4,190,000
- Area: 9,826,630 square kilometers (3,794,083 square miles)
- Language: English, Spanish
- Religion: Protestant, Roman Catholic, Jewish
- Currency: U.S. dollar
- Life Expectancy: 77
- GDP per Capita: U.S. $36,300
- Literacy Percent: 97
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