Estimated Annual Tuition
$20,000 - $55,000 per year
Living Expenses
$12,000 - $18,000 per year
Post-Study Work Permit
1 Year OPT + 2 Year STEM Extension (Total 3 Years)
Admission & Visa Requirements for United States
IELTS 6.5 - 7.5 / TOEFL 80 - 100 / PTE 58 - 68
GRE / GMAT scores (Waivers available at select universities)
GPA: 3.0+ on a 4.0 scale (approx 65%+ in Indian system)
Form I-20 financial proof & DS-160 F-1 visa interview
Popular Degree Programs & Intakes
Available Intakes
Fall (August / September)Spring (January)
In-Demand Courses
- MS in Computer Science & Artificial Intelligence
- MS in Business Analytics & Data Science
- MS in Management Information Systems (MIS)
- MBA (STEM Designated)
Top Recognized Universities in United States
Northeastern University, Boston
University of Texas at Dallas
Arizona State University
Stevens Institute of Technology
University of Illinois Chicago
Frequently Asked Questions — Study in United States
What is STEM OPT in the US education system?
STEM OPT allows international graduates of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics degrees to extend their post-graduation Optional Practical Training (OPT) by an additional 24 months, total 36 months.