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5 Simple Steps To Study In USA by kcmanjiri: 7:20am On Oct 22, 2019
Pursuing Higher Education Overseas is the right decision in today’s scenario if you want to make a mark in the globalized era because Higher Education Abroad is rather an investment in Career than just an investment in Education. But you may get stuck if you do not have an idea about the admission or application process for your desired study destination.

How do I begin the process? This is the basic question that arises in everyone’s mind.
This article will help you understand how to proceed while processing for study in USA in 5 simple steps.

1. Research your Options:
The first and the most important step to [url=minds.com/blog/view/845206612638777344]study in USA[/url] is to search for an appropriate university which will best fit your needs. Do not match yourself with the university, instead match the university with your priorities. Select them on the basis of your short term as well as long term goals. Begin your research at least a year before.

A few questions to be asked to yourself which will help you take an appropriate decision are:
Why is the United States your priority?
Where will you fit in best?
Which colleges or universities will meet your needs?
Will you need financial assistance?
What are the deadlines for application and financial aid?
Where do you want to live in the United States?
Once you have answers to these questions, just take a look at the US Universities and the Popular Programs below:

Programs:
 Business
 Engineering
 Computer Science
 Health Professions and Related Programs
 Psychology
 Visual and Performing Arts
 Biological and Biomedical Sciences
 Communication, Journalism and Related Programs
 English Language and Literature

Top 5 Universities:
 Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
 Stanford
 Harvard
 California Institute of Technology (Caltech)
 University of Chicago

2. Manage your Finances:
Higher education abroad is expensive, yet manageable with proper planning and research. Pursuing a U.S. higher education can be made affordable with high returns on your investment by taking an overseas education loan. Evaluating your finances should be one of the first things to do when looking into studying in the United States. Since you are investing money, you need to evaluate what's best for your educational and career goals and what you are willing to spend.
Many American universities offer grants for foreign students who wish to study at their institution which vary substantially from university to university. You can avail scholarships and grants based on merit or any of your exceptional excellence. Although you must be aware that the scholarships at US Universities are highly competitive.

3. Application Completion:
Applying for U.S. Universities is a task that takes time and concentration. Each application is different with different university needs which involves collecting recommendations, writing essays, SOPs and routing the results of required standard examinations. But before you apply for US Universities it is mandatory to clear the qualifying exams.

Qualifying Exams for US Universities:
 SAT for Bachelor's Degree
a. SAT General Test
b. SAT Subject Test - It is designed to measure a secondary school student's proficiency in a particular subject
 ACT for Bachelor's Degree
 GMAT for MBA
 GRE for all other Master's Degrees
 IELTS
 TOEFL
 PTE

4. Prep for Visa:
After getting an offer from the desired university, the major point of concern for you or any aspirant student is getting a visa approval. Take a look at the required documents for having a smooth Visa process.
 General Requirement
a. Passport
b. Letter of Acceptance from the University
c. I-20
 Visa Fees
 SEVIS Fee Payment
 Test Scores
 Medical Test Requirements
 Proof of Funds
 Health Insurance
If the above checklist is ready, then you are fully prepared for your Visa Interview.

5. Pre-departure Preparations:
You are just 1 step closer to reach your dream study destination. But before you take that step, make sure you are well equipped with all the documents, money, and complete information about your university location and stay.

The USA offers excellent support facilities to study for international students. It’s The extremely flexible education system and a worldwide reputation of commitment to excellence makes it the world’s top study destination. So, go ahead and follow these 5 steps of how to get admission in USA Universities and make your dream come true.
All the best!

Re: 5 Simple Steps To Study In USA by Jay5mie: 7:50am On Oct 22, 2019
Did you say these steps are simple?
Re: 5 Simple Steps To Study In USA by northloopbank(m): 2:16pm On Nov 04, 2019
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