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The widest choice of universities anywhere, with strong STEM programmes and practical training after graduation.

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Main intakes
August · January
Tuition (per year)
US$25,000 to 55,000
Course length
Master's 1.5 to 2 years
Post-study work
OPT, longer for STEM
English test
IELTS 6.5 · TOEFL · Duolingo
Why United States

Four reasons students choose it.

01Huge choice

Thousands of accredited universities, from research giants to state schools.

02STEM strength

World-leading programmes in computer science, data and engineering.

03Scholarships & assistantships

Many master's students fund study through merit aid or TA/RA roles.

04OPT

Practical training work after study, extended for STEM degrees.

Popular courses

Courses in United States.

Master's

MS Computer Science

⏱ 2 yearsIT
Master's

MS Data Science / Analytics

⏱ 1.5 to 2 yearsIT
Master's

MS Electrical & Computer Engineering

⏱ 2 yearsEngineering
Master's

MS Information Systems

⏱ 2 yearsIT
Master's

MS Biotechnology

⏱ 2 yearsScience
Master's

MBA

⏱ 2 yearsBusiness
Master's

MS Engineering Management

⏱ 1.5 to 2 yearsEngineering
Master's

MS Public Health

⏱ 2 yearsHealth
Bachelor's

BS Computer Science

⏱ 4 yearsIT
Bachelor's

BS Mechanical Engineering

⏱ 4 yearsEngineering
Bachelor's

BBA Business Administration

⏱ 4 yearsBusiness
Bachelor's

BS Nursing

⏱ 4 yearsHealth
Universities

Where you could study.

AS

Arizona State University

Tempe, ArizonaPublic research

Engineering, business and a large Indian student body

NU

Northeastern University

Boston, MassachusettsPrivate research

Co-op based computer science and engineering

TD

University of Texas at Dallas

Richardson, TexasPublic research

Computer science, analytics and engineering

PU

Purdue University

West Lafayette, IndianaPublic research

Engineering, aerospace and agriculture

IU

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Champaign, IllinoisPublic research

Top-ranked computer science and engineering

SB

Stony Brook University (SUNY)

Stony Brook, New YorkPublic research

Computer science, applied maths and health

RU

Rutgers University

New Brunswick, New JerseyPublic research

Pharmacy, business and engineering

SC

University of Southern California

Los Angeles, CaliforniaPrivate research

Engineering, film, business and data

Intake calendar

When you can start.

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Main intakeSmaller intake (selected courses)
Requirements & costs

What you'll need.

Bachelor's & diplomas

  • Plus Two / 12th with strong marks; SAT optional at many universities
  • IELTS 6.5, TOEFL 80+ or Duolingo 110+
  • Essays, recommendations and financial documents

Master's

  • Bachelor's degree (16 years of education preferred)
  • IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL 80 to 100; GRE needed by some programmes
  • Statement of purpose, 2 to 3 recommendations, resume

Indicative costs

Public university tuitionUS$25,000 to 40,000 / yr
Private university tuitionUS$35,000 to 60,000 / yr
Living costsabout US$15,000 to 25,000 / yr

Figures are indicative and change each year. Your FernEd counsellor will confirm current fees, visa funds and requirements for your chosen course.

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