Process:
- Receive an I-20 from a SEVP-approved U.S. college or university.
- Pay Visa Fee & SEVIS Fee: F-1 Visa Fee approx. US$185 (varies).
- Provide: Passport, I-20 Form, DS-160 Confirmation, Academic Records, English Proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL/PTE), Proof of Funds for tuition + living.
Tuition Fees:
- Undergraduate Programs: Approx. US$20,000 – US$50,000/year
- Postgraduate Programs: Vary by field & university (often similar or higher)
Living Costs:
- Estimated US$12,000 – US$18,000/year depending on city & lifestyle. (Major cities tend to be higher; smaller towns more affordable)
Top Universities in the USA:
- Harvard University
- Stanford University
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
- University of California, Berkeley