Study in USA:

About Master degrees in the USA:

In the USA it is possible to do every type of master degree, including MA, MSc, MBA, LL.M and many others. A masters degree will enable students to progress to PhD level. Entry usually requires that applicants hold a bachelors degree or equivalent academic qualification. However, some master degrees will accept applicants with alternative qualifications and experience. Master degrees are studied at graduation schools in the USA, unlike in Europe where they are usually studied at universities along with bachelor degrees. In the USA master degrees are usually a professional requirement for a career in business, engineering or in the health sciences.

Tuition fees and scholarships:

Tuition fees in the USA are often higher than in Europe. The average tuition fee for an international student for master degrees is around $20,000 a year at public universities, and $28,000 to $40,000 a year at private universities. There are also plenty of scholarships available to international students; these include merit-based scholarships for students that are outstanding academically. Scholarships typically have a very early application deadline so competition is very high; therefore it is essential to apply in plenty of time.

How to apply:

Applying for a master degree or graduate degree in the USA involves applying to the grad school directly. It is a matter of checking the grad school's website for the application procedure or contacting the grad school directly. Before leaving to study in the USA to study, a non-immigrant visa is required. The F-1 visa is the most common visa for students; it entitles the holder to study at any accredited university or grad school in the USA. Applying for a student visa is fairly straightforward. An application form can be downloaded from the USA embassy website. An acceptance letter, proof of academic qualifications and financial standing are also required. It may also be necessary to attend an interview at a nearby US embassy. Proof of having study-abroad travel and health insurance is another requirement.

Applying for graduate study in the US:

Graduate-level entry requirements for most US universities specify completion of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an internationally recognized institution. Additional documents you may be asked to provide include: letters of recommendation, a research statement (for PhD applicants) and scores from standardized examinations such as the GRE, GMAT and/or English proficiency tests.

While some institutions hold rolling admissions and accept applications on an ongoing basis, most colleges offer an early deadline (usually December to January) and a regular deadline (usually March to April). You can apply to as many US universities as you like, but most students opt for no more than a carefully chosen six. You’ll need to pay an application fee, usually between $50 and $100, though online applications can be cheaper or even free. Further fees include the non-immigrant visa application fee (currently $160) and a registration fee for SEVIS, the student database and tracking system ($200).

International students will need to obtain an F-1 non-immigrant visa. For this, you will need to have secured a place at an SEVP-approved university, prove that you have sufficient funds for the course duration, and confirm that you intend to leave the US after completing your studies. Canadian and Bermudian citizens do not need visas to study in the US, but will still need to obtain an I-20 Certificate of Eligibility form and pay for SEVIS registration.

Master's degree entry requirements:

• Completion of the international equivalent of a North American 4-year bachelor's degree program from an accredited university.
• If you have a 3-year bachelor's degree or diploma, you can first complete a qualifying Pre-Master's program.
• Official transcripts for all colleges/universities attended
• English language ability between TOEFL iBT 79 and 95 for direct entry (an official TOEFL score may not be required for ESL and Pre-Master's programs) - see English language requirements.
• Two letters of recommendation
• Resumé for MBA programs
• Specific requirements for individual courses, depending on the university.

• * Standardized graduate admissions tests

  Graduate Management Admission Test® (GMAT)
  The GMAT is used by many graduate schools of business in the USA to assess your ability for advanced study in business and management. The GMAT is delivered in English and measures mathematical, verbal and analytical skills. If you are applying for an MBA, most universities require you to take the test (see details in the table above). Go to the GMAT website.
  Graduate Record Examination (GRE)To qualify for admission to graduate programs in non-business disciplines, you are sometimes required to take the GRE (see details in the table above). The exam measures verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning, critical thinking, and analytical writing skills. There are also subject specific GRE tests for biochemistry, biology, chemistry, computer science, literature, math, physics and psychology. Go to the GRE website.

Aiding search sites for US universties:

Link: http://www.mastersportal.eu/countries/82/united-states.html

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