USA
• The U.S. Of America has placed on the continent of the North united states. There are 50 states in the U.S. Forty-eight of the state’s type contiguous U.S.
• The U.S. Borders on Canada to the north, and Mexico and the Gulf of Mexico to the south. On the east coast, the U.S. is bordered with the aid of the Atlantic Ocean, and on the west coast, it’s bordered via the Pacific Ocean.
• The U.S. is a country of 50 states covering a vast swath of North America, with Alaska in the northwest and Hawaii extending the nation’s presence into the Pacific Ocean. Major Atlantic Coast cities are New York, a global finance and culture center, and the capital Washington, DC.
• Midwestern metropolis Chicago is known for influential architecture and on the west coast, Los Angeles’ Hollywood is famed for filmmaking.
USA Economy
• The economy of the United States is a highly developed market economy.
• It is the world’s largest economy by nominal GDP and net wealth and the second-largest by purchasing power parity (PPP) behind China. It has the world’s fifth-highest per capita GDP (nominal) and the seventh-highest per capita GDP (PPP) in 2021.
• The United States has the most technologically powerful and innovative economy in the world. Its firms are at or near the forefront in technological advances, especially in artificial intelligence, computers, pharmaceuticals, and medical, aerospace, and military equipment. The U.S. dollar is the currency most used in international transactions and is the world’s foremost reserve currency, backed by its economy.
• The U.S. is the world’s largest importer and the second-largest exporter.
Education System
Type of Degrees offered
- Associate Degree: Academic Degree of 2 years is awarded by Community Colleges. Completion of associate degree can lead to transfer to the remaining 2 years Bachelors Degree in high ranked university having an articulated agreement with the community college.
- BachelorsDegree: It is Commonly known as Undergraduate Degree and the duration is of4 years. For Ex: Bachelor of Arts (B. A.) or Bachelor of Science(B.S.).
- Masters degree: The duration generally for all the master’s courses is of 2 years. Common examples of master’s degrees are Masters of Arts (MA), Masters of Science (MS), Masters of Engineering (MEng), Masters of Business Administration. But for courses like Masters in Management, MEng. Degrees, LLM, etc. the duration may be of one year.
- Doctorate: Commonly known as Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.). The duration may range from 3-5 years. Ph.D. students need to submit a research proposal as well as must appear Standardized Test i.e. GRE/GMAT and TOEFL/IELTS for admission.
Types of Universities/ Colleges
These universities are state-affiliated and often called state universities as they operate with the support of public taxes. Public universities are often but not always part of a state university system as these are a collection of public universities operating separately in different states, but with shared management and administration. Besides, all courses and degrees are offered at various post-secondary levels. The tuition fees for international students are slightly higher than regular fees but lower than private universities.
These universities are not sponsored or supported by the government. They receive private funding via faculty research grants, alumni donations, and tuition fees. Although, they receive public funding in the form of favorable tax considerations, government student loans, and grants. The tuition fee of these universities is slightly higher than public universities but remains the same for domestic and international students.
These are the most famous group of American universities that were initially formed with eight private universities as an athletic conference of sports teams based in the Northeast region of the US. These universities focus on undergraduate education of liberal arts with several professional and graduate schools associated with their name. Besides, the admission process in these universities is quite competitive with steep tuition fees.
These are institutions that specialize in offering engineering, science, and research degrees and courses. These are most popular with graduates who have a strong background in science and math. Some schools in the category include the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), California Polytechnic Institute, Virginia Tech, and Georgia Institute of Technology.
These are educational institutions that lay a strong focus on undergraduate courses in humanities, science, and social science streams. These are public or private institutions with high academic standards providing individual attention in smaller classes.
These colleges offer Associate Degree for two years that allows graduates to complete their bachelor’s from different colleges or universities, which is a popular pathway program to study in the US. Community colleges don’t have on-campus dorms or student accommodation facilities and you might find a limited number of student activities, sports teams, or clubs. However, these colleges are perfect for cash-strapped students as these are inexpensive as compared to a full-fledged four-year degree.
Demanding Courses
Career Opportunities
- The USA offers a one-year (12 months) OPT, short for Optional Practical Training to its international students.
- As part of this training, the international students are allowed to work in the States for a year.
- STEM graduates have the benefit of availing an OPT extension of two years (24 months).
- Therefore a total of three years(36 months).