Study in
USA
Access world-leading universities, flexible majors, and strong career pathways — from Ivy League research labs to dynamic state university campuses.
4,000+
Colleges & Universities
12 Mo
OPT After Study
36 Mo
STEM OPT Total
F-1
Student Visa
Reasons to Choose
Why Study in USA?
Global Academic Leadership
US universities dominate global rankings across STEM, business, medicine, and the liberal arts — with unmatched research funding and faculty strength.
OPT & STEM Career Path
F-1 graduates can work via Optional Practical Training (12 months). STEM-designated degrees may qualify for a 24-month extension (36 months total).
Flexible Curriculum
US degrees let you explore electives, change majors, and combine disciplines — ideal if you want academic breadth before specialising.
Research & Innovation
Home to Silicon Valley, biotech corridors, and federally funded labs — students gain exposure to cutting-edge industry and entrepreneurship.
Scholarships & Aid
Merit scholarships, departmental assistantships, and need-based aid (especially at private universities) can significantly reduce net cost.
Diverse Campus Life
Students from 200+ countries study in the USA — large Bangladeshi and South Asian communities exist across major metros and university towns.
What You Need
Entry Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Undergraduate: HSC/A-Level + transcripts; many colleges also review extracurriculars and essays
- Graduate: Bachelor's degree, SOP, LORs, and often GRE/GMAT for competitive programmes
- Official transcripts; WES or similar evaluation may be requested by some schools
- Application portals: Common App (undergrad), university graduate portals, or GradCAS variants
English Language
- TOEFL iBT: commonly 80–100+ depending on university selectivity
- IELTS Academic: typically 6.5–7.0+ for competitive programmes
- Duolingo English Test increasingly accepted by many institutions
- Waiver possible if prior education was fully in English — policies vary by school
Financial Requirements
- Tuition + living: often USD $25,000–$80,000+ per year depending on public vs private and location
- I-20 requires proof of funds covering first-year estimated costs (bank statements, sponsor affidavit, loans)
- SEVIS I-901 fee and visa application (DS-160) fees are separate from tuition
- Graduate assistantships (TA/RA) can waive tuition and provide a stipend at many research universities
F-1 Student Visa
- Form I-20 from a SEVP-certified school after admission and deposit
- Pay SEVIS I-901 fee, complete DS-160, and attend embassy/consulate interview
- Valid passport, academic documents, and proof of ties/funding for the interview
- Maintain full-time enrolment and valid F-1 status while in the USA
Work Rights
- On-campus work up to 20 hours/week during term (with authorisation rules)
- CPT for degree-related internships during study (school authorisation required)
- OPT: up to 12 months of work authorisation after graduation
- STEM OPT: additional 24 months for eligible STEM CIP codes (36 months total)
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