USA Admissions- Why Study in the United States?
- Masters Degrees in United States
- US Work Study Program
- Entrance Tests
- Eligibility
- Entry Dates & Admission Deadlines
- Funds Required
- United States Student Visa
- Working on your student visa
Why Study in the UNITED STATES?
US colleges and universities are known world wide for their quality programs, faculty, facilities and resources. The US Student Visa is the most valuable of all student visas. Don't compare the US with another country.
View the US as a country where even the poorest states are richer than most European countries. The 50 states in the US should be viewed as 50 countries. The US may look costlier to study in but it is also the country which is benevolent about Giving you aid in one form or the other. After your degree, you get time to stay back and work in the US and look for an employer and potential sponsor for your H1B.
US institutions feature:
- The latest technologies, institutions and equipment
- Distinguished faculty
- Practical training, internships and assitantships
- World class learning, research and development
- Accreditation systems that ensure academic institutions maintain high standards
Choice:
- The US education system offers unrivaled choice of institutions, academic and social environments, degree and non-degree programs and courses of study.
- More than 3600 undergraduate institutions and over 1700 graduate and professional degree programs
- Dual, combined or special undergraduate majors, flexible interdisciplinary programs
- English language schools and programs
- Accredited short term professional and vocational training
- Fellowships, residencies & post doctoral studies
- Accredited distance education programs
- Institutions of all sizes, shapes and locations
- An array of programs to meet students varied needs and goals
- A wide range of tuition fees and living costs
- Value as an investment in your future, US education offers excellent value for money
Study in the US offers a wealth of experience outside the classroom. An understanding of Americans and their culture, a chance to share your own culture, improved English language skills, friendship with students from the US and around the world, exciting opportunities await when you choose to study in the United States.
Masters Degrees in UNITED STATES
(Top)You can choose to study any program in the United States.Masters degrees are Usually for two years but a few schools have one year programs too.
Popular Programs include:
- Business Administration
- International Business Studies
- Computer Science
- Engineering
- Public Health
- Pharmacy
- Dentistry
Entrance Tests
(Top)United States colleges and universities require that all their applicants take one or more standardized tests. These tests include the GRE (Graduate Record Examination), and GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test). Additionally, applicants who are not Americans are required to also take the TOEFL (Test of English as Foreign Language) or IELTS ( Most standardized tests are designed to measure a student's skills, rather than a student's amount of knowledge. The questions in these tests evaluate your ability to solve problems, not your knowledge of facts (such as important historical dates, or parts of the human anatomy).
The function of standardized tests is to give colleges a way to evaluate all their applicants on an equal level. Comparison of grades received in courses or on exams is not always enough because different schools have different academic standards. An admissions counselor at a university has no way of determining how challenging the business or economics course you took was. By comparing your score on a standardized test to the score of another student who took the same standardized test, the counselor has a better idea of how the two of you compare.
International Graduate students applying to an arts or science program will be required to take the TOEFL / IELTS and, usually, the GRE. Graduate students applying to a business program will be required to take the TOEFL or in some cases the IELTS and, usually, the GMAT. Find out directly from the schools to which you would like to apply what tests are required.
Some Schools will accept you even without any of these tests and will grant you an I-20 based on your prior education & work experience alone. However, Visa officers may ask you for your test scores as it demonstrates your seriousness about studying in the UNITED STATES.
A brief description of each of these standardized tests is given below.
TOEFL
In most parts of the world, the TOEFL is a computer-based test. In some areas, paper-based testing is also available. Paper-based tests are administered on predetermined dates; computer-based tests can be taken on an appointment basis. The test consists of mostly multiple-choice questions. An essay question is also required.
The computer-based test contains four sections:
- Listening
- Structure
- Reading
- Writing
IETLS
IELTS is the International English Language Testing System which tests English proficiency across the globe. Conducting 1.4 million tests globally, IELTS is the world's most popular English testing system.
IELTS tests are held in over 500 centres with tests up to four times a month. IELTS respects international diversity and is fair to anyone who sits the test, regardless of nationality.You can choose from two types of IELTS test: Academic or General Training, depending on whether you want to study, work or migrate. Both modules are made up of four parts : Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking. IELTS results are graded on the unique IELTS 9-band scale.To help you prepare, IELTS provides test samples and Official IELTS Practice Materials. The test covers the full range of ability from non-United Stateser to expert United Stateser. You are not limited in how many times you can sit the test.
For more details on IELTS visit www.ielts.org
GRE
The GRE General Test evaluates your mathematical and verbal abilities. It is designed to measure your reasoning skills, rather than your knowledge of any specific subject matter. Subject matter testing is done with the GRE Subject Tests. These tests should be taken by students who have a bachelor's degree (or very extensive training) in that subject. They cover eight different subject areas: (1) biochemistry, cell and molecular biology; (2) biology; (3) chemistry; (4) computer science; (5) literature in English; (6) mathematics; (7) physics; (8) psychology. The GRE also offers a Writing Assessment test that asks more challenging questions than the General Test. It measures your critical and analytical thinking skills. It is United Statesually optional, so you should check with the schools to which you are applying to find out if it is required. The General Test and the Writing Assessment are both computer-based, while the Subject Tests are paper-based. To find out more about the GRE tests, including how to register, where to take the tests, and how to obtain preparation materials, visit www.gre.org
GMAT
The GMAT is designed to assess your mathematical, verbal and analytical writing skills. Again, it measures your ability to apply knowledge, rather than the amount of knowledge you have. It is a computer-based test and contains both multiple-choice and essay questions. For more information on the GMAT, including how to register and prepare for the test, visit www.mba.com
Eligibility for Masters Degrees
(Top)A Bachelors Degree - 16 years of education is required, some schools will accept 15 years also
GRE / GMAT - Some schools will accept your application without these tests
TOEFL / IELTS - Some schools will accept your application without these tests
Work Experience - Students with prior work experience are given preference in good business schools
Entry Dates & Admission Deadlines
(Top)Entry dates vary with each school but a general guideline is below.
- Fall - August
- Winter - December
- Spring - February
Talk to a Y-Axis Consultant about our General Admission Package - guaranteed I-20!
Funds Required
(Top)Tuition Fees
The cost of Study (Tuition and fees) in the UNITED STATES varies from $5000 to $30000 per year. It all depends on the University you choose to study in. Financial aid is available in the form of scholarships & teaching assistant positions.
Living Expenses
The cost of living depends on location. For example States like Washington, California and area around New York is costly. Costs are also brought down by living in shared accommodation with other students.
Visa Fee
UNITED STATES Student Visa application fee is currently UNITED STATES$140
Air Ticket
It depends where you fly from & how early you book your ticket. A typical air ticket from Asia will be around $750 to $1000
Proof of Funds for Visa
You will be required to show that you can pay for your tuition & living expenses while you are in the UNITED STATES.
United States Student Visa
(Top)Student applicants who have been accepted and have an I-20 can apply for a F1 visa or M1.
F-1, or Student Visa : This visa is the most common for those who wish to engage in academic studies in the United States.
M-1, or Student Visa : This visa is for those who will be engaged in non-academic or vocational study or training at an institution in the U.S.
To apply for a visa, you need to fill the application forms, pay the Sevis Fee & provide all relevant documents including proof of financial support.
Talk to a Y-Axis Consultant about our Student Visa Services which include assistance with your application, documentation advice & review & a mock interview.
Working on your student visa
(Top)Foreign Students can work for 20 hrs per week and 40 hrs per week during summer. The hourly pay for on campus job pay from $5.15 to $15 per hour.
Curricular Practical Training: It is defined as employment that is part of your curriculum. You are permitted to work full time while you are studying. Y-Axis Work Study Programs are CPT related and you will be permitted to work full time while on a student visa.
Your Dependents
(Top)Spouses and/or unmarried children under the age of 21 may accompany or join the principal visa holder in the United States for the duration of his/her stay. Spouses and dependents may not work in the United States. If seeking employment, the appropriate work visa will be required.
After you Graduate
(Top)Your Student Visa provides the bridge to institutions that can get you working legally in the Unites States. The school or university you are attending often provides employment opportunities on and off campus. American companies may also sponsor international students to work in the United States
Optional Practical Training: After you graduate, you are permitted to work in the USA for 1 year. Before this expires you are required to get a H-1B visa
Email campus@y-axis.com to find out more about studying overseas.
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