How much does it cost to study in the USA from India?

Budget roughly INR 30-55 lakh per year including tuition, living costs and insurance, depending on the university and city. Scholarships and assistantships can significantly reduce this.

Do I need GRE or GMAT for US universities?

Many universities are now test-optional, but a strong GRE or GMAT score still improves scholarship chances at competitive programs. We advise per university based on your profile.

What is the F-1 visa success rate?

Well-prepared applicants with clear funding documents and consistent academic intent have strong approval outcomes. We handle documentation and mock interviews end to end.

Study in United States from India

The United States hosts more Indian students than any other country, with over 4,500 accredited universities and unmatched research funding. From Ivy League institutions to strong state universities, the USA offers flexible curricula, on-campus research assistantships and up to three years of post-study work through OPT for STEM graduates.

4,500+

Universities

3.3 lakh+

Indian students

Up to 3 years

Post-study work

Fall (Aug/Sep)

Main intake

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Why students choose United States

STEM OPT advantage

STEM-designated master's programs qualify for a 24-month OPT extension on top of the standard 12 months.

Assistantships & funding

Teaching and research assistantships can cover tuition plus a monthly stipend, especially at public research universities.

Flexible curriculum

Choose majors, minors and electives after enrolment, and switch specialisations without restarting your degree.

Research ecosystem

US universities lead global research spending, giving students access to labs, publications and industry partnerships.

Cost of studying in United States

Tuition (per year): USD 25,000 - 60,000
Living expenses: USD 12,000 - 20,000
Health insurance: USD 1,200 - 2,500
F-1 visa + SEVIS: USD 535 approx.

Intakes

Fall (August/September) is the largest intake, with Spring (January) and a limited Summer (May) intake at select universities.

Work rights

F-1 students can work 20 hours a week on campus during terms, use CPT for internships, and apply for 12 months of OPT after graduation, extendable by 24 months for STEM degrees.

Top universities and colleges in United States

A starting shortlist of institutions our counsellors place students into every intake. Your final list is built around your grades, budget, test scores and target career, so treat this as a reference rather than a ranking.

Compare up to

8 of 8 colleges

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Cambridge, MA

Global #1 for engineering and computer science.

Stanford University

Stanford, CA

Silicon Valley access and strong startup ecosystem.

Carnegie Mellon University

Pittsburgh, PA

Top choice for CS, robotics and AI master's.

University of California, Berkeley

Berkeley, CA

Leading public research university with heavy funding.

Georgia Institute of Technology

Atlanta, GA

Affordable STEM powerhouse popular with Indian students.

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Champaign, IL

Strong assistantships in engineering and data science.

Purdue University

West Lafayette, IN

Large Indian community and excellent placement record.

Arizona State University

Tempe, AZ

Flexible admissions with strong STEM OPT outcomes.

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Popular courses in United States

Computer ScienceData Science & AnalyticsBusiness AnalyticsMS in EngineeringMBAPublic Health

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