With thousands of academic programs, world-class institutions with unmatched flexibility, the United States offers a wealth of higher-education opportunities. American universities usually have two intakes, major intake is the fall intake, but most of the universities are open for spring and few of them for summer & winter intake too. Students are required to be accepted and approved by university, institution, college or program. After acceptance of offer letter from institution you can apply for study visa. There is a range of entry requirements that you need to meet for your visa application such as academic requirements (original documents, 10th, 12thand bachelors), language requirements, letter of recommendation, transcripts, CV, statement of purpose, evidence of funds, medical, overseas student health cover, photos, valid passport and many more in the list. Apart from that vast majority of candidates will need to attend an interview as part of their visa application.

Education system consists of primary school, middle school, secondary school, and then postsecondary education. Types of higher institutions are Public Universities, Private Universities, Technical Institutes, The Ivy League, Liberal Arts Colleges and Community Colleges. Higher education includes non-degree programs that lead to certificates and diplomas plus six degree levels: associate, bachelor, first professional, master, advanced intermediate, and research doctorate. It is renowned for world’s most flexible education system; students can easily study in specialization in particular chosen subject. U.S.A. is not leading with centralized education system; all institutes can determine its program and admission standards. The U.S. system does not offer a second or higher doctorate, but does offer postdoctoral research programs.

It is important to make sure that everything is sorted out before you leave for USA , Make sure that you have completed the following: Important documents (originals in your carry-on luggage and photocopies in your check-in luggage) :

• Your valid passport with relevant visa.
• your letter of offer from the American institution, your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE), and your accommodation details. Receipts of any related payments you have made including tuition fees, health cover etc.
• All mark sheets ,certificates and work experience letters. Your birth certificate, credit card, ten passport size photographs, an international driver’s license.
• Important telephone numbers and addresses in India and USA. Prescriptions to support your use of any required medications. Health insurance and medical cover.
• Work out the exchange rate and make sure you take enough cash for the first couple of days.
• Ensure you have full knowledge about of and are complying with the airlines baggage restrictions.
• Your luggage should be clearly labeled with your name, contact address and the address of your institution.
• Climate will be different from your home country. So pack you baggage according to that.