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Why USA The land of dreams and opportunities,
the U.S. offers high-quality educational options for students from
around the globe. Be it for the quality of education or the career
prospects after graduation, the U.S. has monopolized the attention of
most all study abroad aspirants. Let's take a closer look at the
world's most preferred country for higher education.
In spite of today's economic slowdown, USA is still the world's largest
economy and is still generating jobs in the technology and service
sectors at a high rate. In addition, the social and political
atmosphere is very open and liberal, compared to many other parts of
the world. It is a vibrant, pluralistic nation with vibrant democracy,
like India.
In addition, its higher education
institutions, are still the best in the world, offering a first
track training and career choices.
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| Top 10 Reasons to study in the United States |
U.S. colleges and universities are attractive to international students
for many reasons. The surveys say that almost 600,000 international
students are currently pursuing their higher education degrees in the
U.S. Following are the top ten reasons why Indian students choose U.S.
colleges and universities:
1. Excellent Academics
It is believed that world's finest higher education is available in the
U.S., especially in the field of technology. U.S. degrees are accepted
across the world and are considered to be among the most prestigious.
2. High Quality Research
If research is your passion, the U.S. is the right choice. There are
numerous research opportunities in every field that allow students to
gain practical experience during their studies. In addition, due to
funding from the U.S. government and public and private corporations,
students who work as research assistants often receive a waiver of
tuition fees and are provided with a stipend to help with their living
expenses.
3. Flexibility in Course Curriculum Offerings
In addition to their major field of study and courses, students often
have the option to take courses (called "electives") in other subject
areas, based on their interests. In addition, the selection of course
offerings at most colleges and universities is very large and diverse.
Sometimes students may even be able to "cross-register" or take courses
at other nearby universities as part of their degree program.
4. Financial Assistance
In some situations, financial assistance is provided to international
students. Most of the universities financially support international
students either in the form of providing teaching or research
assistantships. These assistantships are based on academic merit,
rather than financial need. Awarded students will receive stipends,
and/or either partial or full tuition waivers. In some cases, a
student's education could turn out to be completely free if the student
exhibits exceptional skills in his or her field of study. Students also
have the opportunity to receive grants, loans, and scholarships from
various organizations
5. On-Campus Work Opportunities
Most colleges and universities allow international students to work on
their campus as part-time employees. Students who are on F-1 student
visas can work on-campus up to 20 hours a week during the academic
year, and up to 40 hours a week in the summer or vacation periods. The
students are usually paid an hourly rate (usually from US$
8.00-US$15.00 an hour), and their earnings help to cover their living
expenses. Students are placed in jobs based on their financial need and
personal skills and experience. For example, an English major may be
placed at the university library, while someone who has a lifeguard
certification may be placed at the campus Aquatic Center.
6. Internships
Students are allowed to work as interns in their respective academic
fields outside of the campus during summer vacation. There are
internship programs during the academic year as well. Internships are a
valuable part of education as they help students gain practical
experience while taking classes. Most universities also offer academic
credit for internship experience.
7. Job Opportunities / Professional Training
Once students complete their degrees, they are authorized to work
full-time for one year in a related field in order to gain practical
experience. (As of 2008, students in certain fields can extend this to
17 months.) This program is called the Optional Practical Training
(OPT) program. Many talented students are hired as a permanent employee
after they complete their OPT period by securing sponsorship from their
employers for an H-1 visa. The H-1B visa is a temporary work permit for
foreign nationals to work in specialty occupations like Software,
Engineering, Teaching, Accounting, or Marketing. Students may continue
their work without leaving the U.S. after the status change approval.
8. International Student Affairs Offices
Most all U.S. colleges and universities have an international student
affairs office with advisors who provide extraordinary support to
international students to help them navigate the sometimes confusing
university and immigration bureaucracy and to get the most out of their
educational experience. In addition to immigration and academic
advising, these offices also often host events and workshops to help
international students meet other students and get involved in campus
life.
9. Cultural Exchange
Apart from what is taught in the classroom, international students also
get to interact with and learn from other students from many different
countries and diverse religions, cultures, economic and ethnic
backgrounds. This experience can be eye-opening for many international
students and helps them to become true global citizens.
10. Value
The success of any student will be
directly proportional to the amount of dedication and hard work he or
she exercises. Undoubtedly, the U.S. offers a very high quality of
education. The variety of skills and cross-cultural environment can
make the learning experience in U.S. universities a rich and unique
one. With such diverse academic and cultural backgrounds, international
students are better prepared for working with absolute ease anywhere in
the world.
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