ABOUT USA

The United States of America (USA), commonly referred to as the United States (US), America or simply the States, is a federal republic consisting of 50 states and a federal district. The 48 contiguous states and the federal district of Washington, D.C., are in central North America between Canada and Mexico. The state of Alaska is the northwestern part of North America and the state of Hawaii is an archipelago in the mid-Pacific. The country also has five populated and nine unpopulated territories in the Pacific and the Caribbean. At 3.79 million square miles (9.83 million km2) in total and with around 317 million people, the United States is the fourth-largest country by total area and third largest by population. It is one of the world’s most ethnically diverse and multicultural nations, the product of large-scale immigration from many countries. The geography and climate of the United States is also extremely diverse, and it is home to a wide variety of wildlife.

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Flag flag Time zone
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(UTC−5 to −10)
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Capital Washington Total Area 9,826,675 km
Largest city New York City Population 317,871,000
Official language(s) English
Government Federal presidential constitutional republic GDP (Nominal)
Per capita
$52,852 (2014 estimate)
Calling code +1 Currency United States dollar ($) (USD)

 

 

WHY USA?

  • World class institutes – America consistently holds the top spots for the best universities in the world, which says a lot about the quality of post-secondary education. Those who study at American universities will be happy to know that their credentials will be universally recognized.
  • International opportunities – The USA is home to many different kinds of people from all over the world. As a result of the winning combination of a diverse population, the best brains in the world, high quality institutes and being home to the world’s biggest metropolises, the USA may be your launch pad to an international career.
  • Diverse society – America is home to people of every country. The well mixed society will allow you to integrate into American society.
  • Support for international students – The US is home to the world’s largest number of international students, and to support this population, there are many resources in place that make studying in the USA as easy as possible.
  • Conversational, broad-based education – The American curriculum emphasizes that students be well-rounded individuals so that they can learn life skills that are applicable to many professions and situations.
  • Wide variety of programs to study – Due to the sheer number of people and post secondary institutes in America, no other country can rival the USA in the diversity of the programs it offers. If you are looking to study something very specific, chances are there is a school that offers that program in the USA.
  • Unique culture – The “American Dream” is a popular ideal in many countries, and the USA is the only place where you can try your best and reach it.
  • Flexible study programs – It is common that students enroll in community colleges for 2-3 years before transferring into a nationally ranked university, so they have time to discover and explore the topic of their choice. The result is a very flexible, accommodating degree that you can customize to suit your interests.
  • Be highly sought after by employers – More than 50% of undergraduates from American private universities immediately pursue postgraduate education, while 98% of the remainder secure positions in their chosen careers within six months of graduation.” Obtaining an American degree is a signal to employers that you are a worthy candidate for their company.
COST

Average tuition fee range (per year):

Tuition fee varies from Public to Private Institutions in USA;

  • Private Universities: $14,000 – $35,000
  • Public Universities: $10,000 – $25,000
  • Community Institutions: $7,000 – $14,000

Living Expenses range (per year):

Total Living Cost: $9,000 – $12,000

  • Books and Supplies: $400 – $1,500
  • Medical Insurance: $350 – $700
  • Local Transportation: $1,000 – $1,500
  • Accommodation: $4,000 – $9,000
  • Food & Beverage: $1,800 – $2,400
  • Entertainment: $600 – $1,000
  • Personal Expenses: $800 – 1,500

Travel Expenses (per year): :

  • Air Travel: $1,800 – $2,500 (TWO International Round Trips)