Study in USA
Build a flexible study route around your ambitions.
Explore thousands of institutions, flexible degree structures and research-led opportunities across one of the world’s most diverse higher-education systems.
USAYOUR NEXT DESTINATIONWhy study in USA?
Start with the academic experience, then test the destination against your personal profile, budget and long-term direction.
Academic flexibility
Explore majors, minors and interdisciplinary pathways before specialising.
Institution variety
Choose from community colleges, liberal arts colleges, specialist schools and universities.
Research ecosystem
Connect with laboratories, innovation centres and enterprise-led learning.
Campus experience
Build skills through clubs, advising, athletics and diverse student communities.
F-1 Student Visa
requirements at a glance.
Plan your application with the latest core requirements in one place. Final eligibility, costs and evidence always depend on your personal circumstances and official instructions.
Gain admission from an SEVP-certified institution, receive Form I-20, pay the I-901 SEVIS fee and complete the visa process.
Find a field that moves your future forward.
Course availability and entry criteria vary by institution. SAG can help you compare options that fit your previous studies and career direction.
Get a personalised course shortlist →Choose the right academic level.
Foundation or pathway
Build subject knowledge, academic skills or language readiness before progressing.
Undergraduate study
Choose a bachelor-level route aligned with your previous education and career direction.
Postgraduate study
Develop specialist knowledge through taught, professional or research-led programmes.
Doctoral research
Explore supervisor, proposal and research-fit requirements for advanced study.
Explore globally recognised institutions.
Discover a selection of respected institutions in USA. Your best-fit choice should be based on course content, entry requirements, budget and career direction.
Harvard University
Stanford University
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
California Institute of Technology
University of Chicago
Princeton University
Yale University
Columbia University
University of Pennsylvania
Cornell University
University of California, Berkeley
University of California, Los Angeles
New York University
Carnegie Mellon University
University of Michigan
Duke University
Northwestern University
Johns Hopkins University
Georgia Institute of Technology
University of Texas at Austin
University logos are shown for identification and exploration only; inclusion does not imply a formal partnership.
Explore different student environments.
Boston
A major academic centre with universities across many disciplines.
New York
Global exposure across business, media, arts and technology.
Chicago
A large student city with strong professional and research networks.
California
Multiple study hubs linked with technology, creativity and innovation.
Washington, DC
Policy, international affairs and research opportunities in the capital region.
Texas
Fast-growing study hubs with strengths in engineering, business and energy.
Pennsylvania
Historic universities, major cities and varied campus environments.
North Carolina
Research Triangle institutions and a strong life-sciences ecosystem.
Bringing family to United States?
Eligible F-1 students may be accompanied by a spouse and unmarried children under 21 on F-2 status. Each dependant needs an individual Form I-20 and visa application.
F-2 dependant route
The school issues a separate I-20 after reviewing relationship and funding evidence for each dependant.
Who may qualify
Spouse and unmarried children under 21.
Work rights
F-2 dependants are not permitted to work in the United States.
Study for spouse
F-2 adults may study part-time; full-time study normally requires changing status.
School for children
F-2 minor children may attend elementary or secondary school.
Financial evidence
Show additional funds for each family member’s living and insurance costs.
Status connection
F-2 status depends on the F-1 student maintaining valid status.
Questions before you start?
Your exact route depends on your qualification, chosen course, institution and intake.
Ask an SAG Counsellor →What intakes are commonly available in USA?
Typical planning options include Fall | Spring | selected summer. Not every programme is offered in every intake, so check the exact course calendar.
How do I apply to institutions in USA?
The common route is Direct, Common App or institution route. SAG can help you follow the correct process for your study level and selected institution.
Which English or language test will I need?
Accepted tests and minimum scores vary by course and institution. Some programmes may also have local-language requirements, so confirm the programme page before applying.
Can I apply with a study gap?
A gap does not have one universal outcome. Your academic history, work or personal activities, course relevance and explanation should be reviewed together.
Can SAG help with the complete process?
Yes. SAG can support profile review, country and course shortlisting, applications, document preparation, interview guidance and pre-departure planning.
Your USA study plan.
Built around you.
Get a focused profile assessment, a realistic university shortlist and step-by-step support—from your first decision to your visa file.