Study in USA — from India, done right.
The world's largest higher-education ecosystem — research-heavy, STEM-friendly.
Start Free Eligibility CheckWhy students choose USA.
The United States remains the #1 destination for Indian students, with 4,500+ accredited universities, world-leading research funding and unmatched post-study work pathways through OPT and STEM OPT.
- STEM OPT extension of up to 3 years of paid US work
- Global brand-value degrees recognised by every major employer
- Generous merit and need-based scholarships for Indian students
- Flexible curriculum — change majors, add minors, dual degrees
- Strong Indian alumni networks across every sector
Top Universities
- • Stanford University
- • Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
- • Carnegie Mellon University
- • Purdue University
- • University of California — Berkeley
- • Texas A&M University
- • University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
- • Michigan State University
Popular Courses
- • Computer Science & AI
- • Data Science & Analytics
- • Agricultural Sciences
- • Business Analytics / MBA
- • Mechanical & Electrical Engineering
- • Biotechnology
Tuition Fees
USD 20,000 – 55,000 per year (public state universities are the sweet spot for Indian students).
Cost of Living
USD 10,000 – 18,000 per year depending on city — Midwest is significantly cheaper than coasts.
Scholarships
- • University merit scholarships (up to 50–75% tuition)
- • Graduate Assistantships & Research Assistantships
- • Fulbright-Nehru Master's Fellowship
- • Inlaks Shivdasani Scholarships
Part-time Work
On-campus jobs up to 20 hours/week during semester; full-time in vacations. CPT/OPT unlock off-campus paid work.
Post-Study Work Visa
12 months of OPT + 24 months STEM extension = up to 3 years of paid work after graduation.
Admission Requirements
- • 12th / Bachelor's with strong academics
- • GRE / GMAT (waived by many universities post-2023)
- • TOEFL 90+ / IELTS 6.5+ / Duolingo 110+ (waivers available)
- • SOP, LORs, resume, financial documents
Intakes & Visa
Intake Calendar
Fall (August) — primary. Spring (January) — smaller. Summer (May) — limited programs.
Visa Process
F-1 student visa — DS-160, SEVIS I-901, visa interview at US Consulate. Typical timeline: 4–8 weeks after I-20.
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