Why You Should Study In USA
The US is one of the most ambitious and diverse study destinations in the world. From large cities like New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago to smaller college towns like Boston, Austin, and Portland, you have vastly different budget structures and experiential options depending on where and what you study. The US works best for students who plan their application around clear goals, funding strategy, and realistic timelines. Students who secure funding early often have better outcomes. Without proper planning, costs can become overwhelming and expensive. This page helps you understand whether the US meets your ambitions, the real costs you can expect, and whether it fits your study and career goals.
This page helps you decide:
This page helps you decide:
- Whether the US fits your academic and career goals
- How to approach costs and funding realistically
- Which funding strategies matter most
- How to choose the right school, not just a popular one
- Whether the US aligns with your long-term plans
Who USA is best for
Career-driven students
Career-driven students who want employment-driven exposure and industry structures
Students with funding strategy
Students with funding strategy (scholarships, family support, etc.)
People who want program depth
People who want program depth and are working towards specific outcomes and structures
Long-term seekers
Students who want long-term value from their education investment
What it actually costs
Tuition range
Commonly $20k–$60k/year depending on institution and program (many graduate schools vs undergrad differ)
Proof of funds
Proof of funds: Your school I-20 shows costs; typically proof of at least one year's full cost (up to $60k+ if living in major cities)
Visa fees
Visa fees range: SEVIS fee ($350) and visa application fees
Living cost estimate
Living costs: Typically $1,500–$3,000+/month depending on city, campus housing vs off-campus, and whether you share
Note: We'll confirm your exact budget based on your city, school, and family size during your consultation.
Key things to note
- Your funding plan matters more than your academics: The cost is a great when you've not realistically thought through how you will pay yearly fees
- School-tied changes everything: Costs, support, internship access change depending on your school network vs course type. OPT access matters
- School-tied support: Some schools offer Graduate Assistantships, Internships, or lab/ research funding (look through timelines early)
- OPT-track matters: Most tech students orient around STEM-OPT (three years) vs standard OPT (one year). Work varies
Schools / regions
We'll help you decide schools based on fit your budget
- Prestige vs real job-market fit
- East coast vs West coast schools (e.g. California vs Boston)
- Long-term public vs private
- City-costs matter for rent and lifestyle fit
How Shuri supports you end-to-end
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