
Study in the USA
Everything you need to know about studying in the USA as an international student.
Find programs in the USAWhy study in the USA?
The United States’ university system is renowned for its student experience as well as the quality of its programs and ground-breaking research. The US has a long history of international students choosing to study there, and most universities have a strong international student support system, ensuring you’re getting the most from your time there.
University life in the USA has a strong focus on societies and sports — universities encourage students to get involved and create facilities to ensure they can make the most of their time on campus.
The US is a good choice for students wanting to improve their English skills.

What are the best programs in the USA?
If you’re looking to do a bachelor’s program, the average amount of time needed for completion is around four years. The curriculum of many undergraduate programs is based on a “liberal arts” philosophy in which students are required to study courses from a range of subjects to form a broad educational foundation and choose a major to focus on for your last two years of study. However, more career-specific degrees exist such as business, medical, or engineering.
Whether you’re looking to study for a bachelor’s, master’s, PhD, or MBA in the USA, Studee can help you find the perfect university for you.

Popular subjects to study in the USA
- Accounting
- Agriculture
- Architecture
- Art
- Biology
- Business
- Chemistry
- Communication
- Computer Science
- Criminology
- Design
- Economics
- Education
- Engineering
- Environmental Studies
- Finance
- History
- Information Technology
- Languages
- Law
- Marketing
- Mathematics
- Media
- Medicine
- Music
- Nursing
- Philosophy
- Physics
- Political Science
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Writing
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What is the cost of studying in the USA?
University fees in the USA range between $25,000 - $35,000 dollars per year depending on your specific program and whether or not the university is public or private. Living costs can vary dramatically depending on your chosen state and city.
Student reviews for the USA
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Jianglong Huang
China
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University of Minnesota Crookston International Business- What's it like to study in the USA?
- I think Crookston US is the best city for study. I enjoyed my four years of college life here.
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Katie Emmett
Ireland
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University of Minnesota Crookston Agriculture- What's it like to study in the USA?
- The local people are really friendly and are very respectful of the students from the college they treat them like they are part of the Crookston family
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New Zealand
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University of Minnesota Crookston Marketing- What's it like to study in the USA?
- Accommodating. The people here is the US have been so kind to me. I have lived with many families that took me in like a son. My experience has been great and I suggest moving away from home to grow a person and gain a good education. No better place than the US and Crookston and the Crookston people have been great.
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Kimie Shiozawa
Japan
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University of Minnesota Crookston Wildlife Conservation- What's it like to study in the USA?
- I felt like big city is dangerous but small towns are really safe. People all know each other in small town. I didn't really travel so I don't really know how other places are.
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Khanh Nguyen
Vietnam
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Portland State University Speech Pathology- What's it like to study in the USA?
- Could be better, depending on the state and city you're living in.
Key facts
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US dollar $ Currency
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16 million Student population
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English Language
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1400+ Universities
Where can you study in the USA?
Every state has something different to offer: whether you want beaches, national parks, or sprawling cities, you’ll find it in the US.
New York and California are popular choices for university students, but they can be some of the most expensive places for living costs.
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Ada
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Alameda
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Alliance
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Alma
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Angola
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Appleton
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Athens
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Atlanta
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Auburn
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Austin
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Baltimore
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Banner Elk
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Baton Rouge
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Bellingham
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Berkeley
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Billings
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Bloomington
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Boca Raton
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Boston
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Bridgeport
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Burlington
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Campbellsville
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Cape Girardeau
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Cedar City
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Chicago
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Colchester
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Columbia
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Coos Bay
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Corpus Christi
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Cresson
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Crookston
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Dayton
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East Hartford
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Elgin
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Elkins
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Ellensburg
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Fairfield
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Findlay
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Fort Lauderdale
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Galloway Township
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Greensboro
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Greenville
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Harrisonburg
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Hartford
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Hattiesburg
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Henderson
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Hesston
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High Point
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Hoboken
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Holland
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Huntingdon
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Irvine
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Jacksonville
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Jersey City
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Kearney
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Kenosha
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Kent
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Lacey
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Laramie
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Las Vegas
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Lawrence
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Lexington
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Lincoln
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Livingston
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Lodi
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Long Beach
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Longview
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Marion
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Miami
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Midway
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Millersville
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Montgomery
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Mount Pleasant
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Murray
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Nacogdoches
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Naperville
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Nashville
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New York City
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Oakland
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Oklahoma City
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Orange
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Orlando
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Phoenix
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Pittsburgh
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Portales
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Portland
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Redding
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Riverside
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Rochester
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Rutherford
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Saint Joseph
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Salina
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Salt Lake City
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San Antonio
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San Diego
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San Francisco
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San Jose
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San Marcos
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Seaside
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Seattle
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Spearfish
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Springfield
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St. Louis
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Stockton
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Tallahassee
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Thomasville
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Tulsa
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Utica
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Waco
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Washington DC
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Wayne
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Wenham
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West Lafayette
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West Palm Beach
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Whitewater
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Wichita Falls
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Wilkes-Barre
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Wilmington
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Worcester
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Ada
Universities in the USA
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Adelphi University
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Alma College
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American University
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Arizona State University
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Auburn University
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Auburn University at Montgomery
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Bay Atlantic University
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Baylor University
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Berkeley City College
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Black Hills State University
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California State University, Long Beach
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California State University, Monterey Bay
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Campbellsville University
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Central Michigan University
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Central Washington University
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Clark University
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College of Alameda
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Concord University
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DePaul University
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Drury University
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Duquesne University
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Eastern New Mexico University
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Elgin Community College
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Fairfield University
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Felician University
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Fisher College
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Florida A&M University
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Florida International University
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Fox Valley Technical College
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Freed-Hardeman University
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George Fox University
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Gordon College
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Greenville University
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Hesston College
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High Point University
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Hope College
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Illinois College
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Indiana Wesleyan University
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James Madison University
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John Jay College of Criminal Justice
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Juniata College
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Kansas State Polytechnic
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Keiser University
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Laney College
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LeTourneau University
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Lees-McRae College
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Lincoln University
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Lipscomb University
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Long Island University Brooklyn
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Long Island University Post
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Louisiana State University
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Lynn University
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Manhattan College
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Manhattanville College
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Maryville University
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Menlo College
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Merritt College
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Midway University
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Midwestern State University
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Millersville University
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Mohawk Valley Community College
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Mount Aloysius College
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Murray State University
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National University
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New Jersey City University
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North Central College
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North Seattle College
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Northeastern University
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Nova Southeastern University
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Oglethorpe University
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Ohio Northern University
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Oklahoma City University
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Pace University
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Pacific Northwest College of Art
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Portland State University
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Saint Martin's University
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Saint Michael's College
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San Jose City College
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Santiago Canyon College
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Seattle Central College
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Seattle Pacific University
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Simpson University
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South Seattle College
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Southeast Missouri State University
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Southern Utah University
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Southwestern Oregon Community College
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St. Charles Community College
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St. Francis College
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Stephen F. Austin State University
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Stevens Institute of Technology
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Stockton University
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Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
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Texas State University
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Thomas University
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Trine University
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University of Bridgeport
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University of California, Riverside Extension
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University of Central Florida
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University of Dayton
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University of Findlay
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University of Hartford
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University of Illinois at Chicago
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University of Kansas
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University of Kentucky
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University of Maryland, Baltimore County
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University of Massachusetts
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University of Minnesota Crookston
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University of Mount Union
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University of Nebraska at Kearney
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University of Nebraska-Lincoln
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University of North Carolina Wilmington
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University of South Carolina
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University of Southern Mississippi
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University of Tulsa
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University of Utah
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University of Vermont
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University of West Alabama
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University of Wisconsin Parkside
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University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
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University of Wyoming
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University of the Incarnate Word
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University of the Pacific
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Westcliff University
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Western Washington University
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Wilkes University
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William Paterson University
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Adelphi University
What are the requirements to study in the USA?
Qualifications
Proof of secondary school completion is necessary for US university admission. If a university doesn’t believe you meet the requirements necessary they may offer you a pathway program. This means completing an English language course or associate degree before moving to your chosen degree.English language tests
If you’re wanting to study in the US then take a TOEFL iBT test, as this is the most popular method of academic language testing in the US.

USA student visa
You’ll need an F1 student visa to study as an international student in the US.
Although your student visa is for a full time undergraduate or postgraduate degree, you generally won’t be able to work during your time as a student. In some cases work on campus may be granted, but you shouldn’t rely on this possibility.
USA student visa requirementsHow to study in the USA
- Choose a university and program in the USA
- Ensure you can meet the specific requirements set by the US university and take any necessary English tests
- Create an account with the university to fill in an online or printed form. Submit your application which will include sections such as personal data, educational background, and a letter of intent
- Submit supporting documents which may include translated and official transcripts, test scores, and bank statements
- Pay any application fees if necessary
- Receive notification of an offer
- Accept your offer and pay any deposits or fees to secure your place
- Arrange for your F1 visa