The United States, extensively recognized as a world leader in education, offers a vast range of study choices to majors and minors through all types of institutions (there are over 4,000 plus colleges and universities). The most pertinent point that comes to mind while thinking of why study in the United States, is because the US is home to the most prestigious educational institutions. And US universities and colleges have consistently earned the top spots in the world rankings such as the QS World University Ranking, Times Higher Education Ranking and many more. There are also many extracurricular activities to choose from, for networking and building leadership skills.
Approximately every university in the U.S. takes diversity to be one of their defining pillars. Historically, there has been a strong effort within the configuration of these higher education institutions to increase the number of educational opportunities and make cultural diversity central to enrollment and admission efforts.
Let’s look into some more reasons, which will give a good idea about the United States universities academic excellence for international student’s education, and what is so unique about US universities.
It is very well known that top universities in the U.S. continue to maintain a strong presence among the best-ranked education institutions in the world. The US boasts of some of the finest universities, many of which consistently rank in the world university rankings. The US institutions are also known to have high academic standards, follow demanding practices to maintain quality, and are well-supported to offer an excellent education to its students around the world.
Partially this has to do with how well-funded and supported United States universities are as per the QS World Ranking 2019. 33 of the top 100 universities are from the US. Similarly, Times Higher Education Ranking has also ranked seven of the US universities in its top 10 list of universities.
A defining feature of the US education system that attracts students is the flexibility it offers. A student has the liberty to select what she/she wishes to study. United States universities and colleges offer countless courses and programs to choose from. The student has the freedom to not only select the course content, but also the structure, which means at the undergraduate level, you have the liberty to pursue different courses before they you declare your major at the end of the second year. This helps to explore your subject interest and then decide without much hurry. Similarly, for your graduate studies, you can choose your preference and when you progress with your dissertation, you can focus on the ideas you want to emphasize.
Most education programs include opportunities to work in the field before graduation, providing valuable work experience. Employers all over the world look for applicants who can offer better international services. After studying in the USA your perception will be unique from an international student point of view. Therefore, increases your demand in the global job market. This is of course a great reason to study in the USA, as it will take your career to another level.
Your passport should be valid for US travel for at least six months after your program completion date.
Your application to be accepted in the college or the university where you have decided to study, such as I-20 letter.
You must be enrolled as a full-time student at the institution while your academic term is in session.
You must meet the required English language proficiency score of the institution you are attending or be enrolled in courses that will help you improve your English proficiency.
You must prove you have sufficient funds available to finance your studies and living expenses while your stay in the US.
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