Study in USA
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Up to 3 Years OPT (STEM)
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Why Study in USA?
The United States remains the most popular destination for international students, offering world-class education, diverse programs, and exceptional career opportunities.
World-Class Universities
Home to 8 of the top 10 global universities including MIT, Stanford, and Harvard
Diverse Programs
Thousands of programs across every field imaginable with flexible credit systems
Research Opportunities
Leading destination for cutting-edge research and innovation
Career Prospects
12-month OPT + 24-month STEM extension (36 months total) for qualified graduates
Leading Universities in USA
Select up to 3 universities to compare side-by-side
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Cambridge, MA
Tuition
$57,590
Acceptance
4%
Stanford University
Stanford, CA
Tuition
$56,169
Acceptance
4%
Harvard University
Cambridge, MA
Tuition
$54,768
Acceptance
3%
California Institute of Technology
Pasadena, CA
Tuition
$58,680
Acceptance
3%
University of Chicago
Chicago, IL
Tuition
$60,552
Acceptance
5%
Columbia University
New York, NY
Tuition
$63,530
Acceptance
4%
Cost of Studying in USA
* Costs vary based on university, program, and city. Contact us for personalized estimates.
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Student Tips
- • Shared accommodation can reduce rent by 40-60%
- • Student discounts available on transport
- • Campus facilities reduce gym costs
- • Cook at home to save on food expenses
Data sourced from Numbeo • Last updated: Feb 2026
How Does USA Compare?
See how USA stacks up against other popular study destinations for Indian students
USA
Canada
Best PR pathway
UK
Fastest degree
Australia
Best weather & lifestyle
Germany
Lowest tuition fees
USA
Avg. Tuition/Year
$20K - $60K
Living Cost/Year
$15K - $25K
Post-Study Work
1-3 yrs (OPT)
PR Pathway
H-1B → Green Card
Best For
Canada
Best PR pathway
Work Visa
Up to 3 yrs (PGWP)
PR Difficulty
Moderate
UK
Fastest degree
Work Visa
2 yrs (Graduate)
PR Difficulty
Hard
Australia
Best weather & lifestyle
Work Visa
2-3 yrs (485)
PR Difficulty
Moderate
Germany
Lowest tuition fees
Work Visa
18 months
PR Difficulty
Moderate
Need help deciding? Our experts can guide you to the best destination for your goals.
Your Journey to USA
Choose your intake and follow your path to success
Research Universities
Explore programs, compare universities, register for GRE/GMAT
Research Universities
Explore programs, compare universities, register for GRE/GMAT
Take GRE/GMAT & TOEFL
Complete standardized tests, finalize shortlist
Take GRE/GMAT & TOEFL
Complete standardized tests, finalize shortlist
Prepare Documents
Write SOPs, get LORs, prepare transcripts
Prepare Documents
Write SOPs, get LORs, prepare transcripts
Submit Applications
Apply to universities, pay application fees
Submit Applications
Apply to universities, pay application fees
Receive Decisions
Get admission decisions, accept offer, pay deposit
Receive Decisions
Get admission decisions, accept offer, pay deposit
Visa & Travel
Apply for F-1 visa, book flights, arrange housing
Visa & Travel
Apply for F-1 visa, book flights, arrange housing
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