United States of America; a Leading nation in North America, one of the super powers in the world, one of the first nation in world development index, one of the most developed nation in the world, ranking among the world’s highest in economy, productivity, innovation and development, human rights and higher education. American Education System is quite different than others in the world. Even though it does not have a federal system to monitor its education, each state (total 52 states) has governing bodies that regulates the education system in those states. Education is categorized into Private and Public. Around 4000 accredited institutions make up US higher education institutions which are accredited on a national and regional level by independent accrediting bodies. Post secondary education is divided into Colleges (Private and Community), Universities (Private and Public Research) and Graduate School. Those institutions offer wide variety of post secondary and higher education degrees in the field of arts, humanities, languages, social and physical sciences, technology, engineering and maths. The large majority of world’s top ranked universities are in the USA; 19 out of 25 top universities are in the US. One of the most prestigious Universities in the world: Harvard University has its home in the US. Universities offers degrees like: Bachelors, Masters, Professional or Doctorate degrees. State College and universities are founded and subsidized by the US state governments and thus provide low-cost education and wide selection of programs in a very large scale than private universities. Colleges offers bachelors degrees while community colleges offers Diploma and Associates Degrees. These are generally 2 years and will prepare student to continue studies for an undergraduate degree or help gain skills for skill-based job market and employment. Regardless of type of degree; American education system consists of credit hours; meaning students typically earn credits for course they take in college/univ and these credit counts towards completion of their degree program. Meaning they have to complete certain many credit hours to complete their degree. Similarly, course are divided into two major category: Core courses and Major Courses; Core covers subjects with foundation while Major covers subjects with specialization in the field; and there is another portion of Elective Courses which student can take to explore other topics of their interest. These degrees and education tuition and fees ranges and varies with various factors like: domestic or national student and International student, located city or state, program/degree type, university ranking, public and private type etc.
The US academic calendar year runs from September to May and can be divided into 2 academic terms also known as semester typically of 16-18 weeks or 4-5 months. Some institutions may operate on a quarter or trimester systems. So basically, based on their academic, financial and personal need they have the right fit off education for them in the States.
The American education system offers one of the most diverse and vast selection of institutions, academia, entry requirements, degree options and field of study. The USA has been one of the most sought out education destination for international students from all around the world. The number of international students studying in US institutions continue to increase every year.
About Study in USA from Nepal
WHY USA?
- Easy processing
- Quick Univ Application and I-20
- Scholarships available
- Gap allowed
- Wide range and selection of Programs and institutions.
- Easy visa processing – interview only.
HOW USA?
Exploring Study option to USA from Nepal is as easy as 1 2 3 with CAN Consulting:
- Get your Language (TOEFL/IELTS) ready along with your academic certificates.
- Research through US websites about the universities and programs you are interested.
- Visit CAN Consulting and sit with our counselor
- Start the application for admission with all academics, language, passport, financials and application fee.
- Receive offer of admission called I-20 from US univ.
- Fill DS-160 form and Create CGI account and pay visa fee to US embassy and book a visa interview.
- Pay US Univ/Colg SEVIS fee through bank
- Prepare for Interview
- Prepare for your departure to destination.
