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The United States of America is one of the most important countries in the world in terms of economy and technology. The country has been one of the biggest education providers in the global education market for many years. It is still the dream country for most of the students. Let us look at some important things that you must know before applying to study in America.
Documents
Documentation is an extremely important process for studying in the US. The US Supreme Court has even ruled that while giving visas to international students, the race of the student has to be totally ignored. But other documents are critical and it is important for these documents to be authentic otherwise you can face legal problems.
Insurance
Depending upon the type of visa that you apply for, it is important that you get insurance for yourself. If you get a J1 visa, then it is important for you to meet the specific requirements given by the US state department. This includes benefits of US$100,000 for accident or illness. US$50,000 for evacuation to their home country and such other benefits.
University curriculum
The US-based education system is a credit system, which allows students to choose programmes as per their liking. Students can choose different subjects to out their program. A full-time course generally consist of 30 to 40 credits per year. This makes an average bachelor's degree to be a 120 credits course. It requires at least 60 to 70 credits to clear a program.
Finances
The United States of America is one of the most expensive countries in the world for higher education. The annual fee to study in the US can range from $5,000 to $50,000. It is always recommended to check the total fee criteria and the scholarships offered by a particular university before you decide to study there.
