Top US Masters Degree and PhD Degree Programs

Alabama
Auburn University
University of Alabama
University of Mobile

Alaska
Alaska Pacific University
University of Alaska Fairbanks

Arizona
DeVry University
Prescott College

Arkansas
Arkansas State University
Arkansas Tech University

California
DeVry University
American Intercontinental University - Los Angeles
California Baptist University
California State University Chico
Claremont Graduate University

Colorado
DeVry University
Colorado State University
University of Denver

Connecticut
Fairfield University
University of Bridgeport

Delaware
University of Delaware
Wilmington College

Florida
Florida International University
DeVry University
Jacksonville University

Georgia
DeVry University
Emory University
Georgia Southwestern State University

Hawaii
University of Hawaii at Manoa

Idaho
Boise State University
University of Idaho

Illinois
DeVry University
Illinois Institute of Technology
Illinois State University
Northwestern University

Indiana
Indiana University South Bend
Oakland City University

Iowa
Iowa State University of Science and Technology
University of Iowa

Kansas
Benedictine College
Pittsburg State University

Kentucky
University of Kentucky
Western Kentucky University
Louisiana
Louisiana State University in Shreveport
Southeastern Louisiana University

Maine
University of Maine
University of New England

Maryland
Frostburg State University
Johns Hopkins University
Salisbury University
University of Maryland

Massachusetts
Boston University
Harvard University
Lesley University

Michigan
Andrews University
Michigan Technological University
Oakland University

Minnesota
Metropolitan State University
Walden University

Mississippi
Mississippi State University
University of Mississippi

Missouri
DeVry University
Northwest Missouri State University
Saint Louis University

Montana
University of Great Falls
University of Montana-Missoula

Nebraska
University of Nebraska Lincoln

New Hampshire
Antioch New England Graduate School
University of New Hampshire

New Jersey
Georgian Court College
Monmouth University
New Jersey City University

New Mexico
College of the Southwest
New Mexico State University

New York
DeVry University
Adelphi University
Buffalo State College
Columbia University
Mount Saint Mary College

North Carolina
Duke University
Wake Forest University

North Dakota
University of North Dakota

Ohio
DeVry University
Cleveland State University
Ohio State University

Oklahoma
Oklahoma State University
University of Oklahoma

Oregon
Eastern Oregon University
Oregon State University
Portland State University

Pennsylvania
DeVry University
Bloomsburg University
La Roche College

Rhode Island
Johnson and Wales University
Rhode Island College
University of Rhode Island

South Carolina
Clemson University
South Carolina State University

South Dakota
Northern State University
University of South Dakota

Tennessee
Tennessee State University
Tennessee Technological University

Texas
DeVry University
Abilene Christian University
Baylor University
Hardin-Simmons University
Midwestern State University

Utah
Southern Utah University
University of Utah

Vermont
Castleton State College
College of St. Joseph

Virginia
College of William and Mary
George Mason University

Washington
DeVry University
Eastern Washington University
Pacific Lutheran University

Washington D.C.
American University
Catholic University of America
Howard University

West Virginia
Marshall University
West Virginia University

Wisconsin
Edgewood College
Marquette University

Wyoming
University of Wyoming

Top USA Colleges-Universities and USA Schools

Alabama
Chattahoochee Valley Community College
Shelton State Community College

Alaska
Prince William Sound Community College

Arizona
DeVry University
Eastern Arizona College
Paradise Valley Community College

Arkansas
Arkansas Northeastern College
Pulaski Technical College

California
DeVry University
American Intercontinental University - Los Angeles
Allan Hancock College
Lassen College
American River College
Taft College
Yuba Community College

Colorado
DeVry University
Aims Community College
Community College of Aurora

Connecticut
Gateway Community College
Naugatuck Valley Community College

Delaware
Delaware Technical & Community College - Dover

Florida
DeVry University
International Academy of Design & Technology
College of Business and Technology
Broward Community College
Gulf Coast Community College
Pensacola Junior College

Georgia
DeVry University
Augusta Technical Institute
Young Harris College

Hawaii
Hawaii Business College
Transpacific Hawaii College

Illinois
DeVry University
College of Lake County
Southeastern Illinois College

Idaho
College of Southern Idaho
North Idaho College

Indiana
Vincennes University

Iowa
Ellsworth Community College
Kirkwood Community College

Kansas
Hesston College
Labette Community College

Kentucky
Henderson Community College
Somerset Community College


Louisiana
Delgado Community College
Nunez Community College

Maine
Eastern Maine Community College
Southern Maine Community College

Maryland
Baltimore City Community College
Carroll Community College
Montgomery College

Massachusetts
Bay State College
Roxbury Community College

Michigan
Kirtland Community College
Lansing Community College

Minnesota
Alexandria Technical College
Pine Technical College

Mississippi
Holmes Community College

Missouri
DeVry University
East Central College

Montana
Billings College of Technology
College of Technology at Great Falls

Nebraska
Central Community College
Northeast Community College

Nevada
Truckee Meadows Community College
Western Nevada Community College

New Hampshire
McIntosh College
New Hampshire Technical Institute

New Jersey
DeVry University
Bergen Community College
County College of Morris
Union County College

New Mexico
Albuquerque Technical Vocational Institute
San Juan College

New York
DeVry University
Erie Community College
Hudson Valley Community College
Onondaga Community College

North Carolina
Alamance Community College
Cleveland Community College

North Dakota
Bismark State College
Williston State College
Ohio
DeVry University
Belmont Technical College
Central Ohio Technical College

Oklahoma
Carl Albert State College
Redlands Community College

Oregon
Linn-Benton Community College
Mt. Hood Community College

Pennsylvania
DeVry University
Bucks County Community College
Lackawanna College
Valley Forge Military College

Rhode Island
Community College of Rhode Island

South Carolina
Greenville Technical College
Piedmont Technical College

South Dakota
Kilian Community College

Tennessee
Cleveland State Community College
Nashville State Community College

Texas
DeVry University
Amarillo College
Coastal Bend College
Laredo Community College
McLennan Community College

Utah
College of Eastern Utah
Snow College

Vermont
Community College of Vermont
Woodbury College

Virginia
John Tyler Community College
Virginia Western Community College

Washington
DeVry University
Community Colleges of Spokane
Walla Walla Community College

West Virginia
Potomac State College of West Virginia University
West Virginia Northern Community College

Wisconsin
College of the Menominee Nation
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College

Wyoming
Western Wyoming College

Parents of International Students

Most of the information provided in this website has been addressed directly to the foreign student who is planning to pursue his higher education in the United States. While much of that information is also very useful to the parents of that student, there are some issues or concerns that are of more importance to a parent than to a child. Sending a child away to school is difficult for any parent, but sending a child to school in a foreign country with which you many not be familiar is even more so. This section tries to address many of the issues that will be most important to a parent.

American Life: Life in the USA

The United States calls itself "a nation of immigrants." Immigrants (from Europe) founded this country and have been coming in large numbers (from all over the world) ever since. Therefore you will find that all ethnicities and nationalities are represented, although not to the same extent in every city. The country is vast (over 9 million square kilometers) and populous (over 275 million people). In the US, you can encounter and experience almost any climate, landscape, lifestyle, and culture imaginable. By selecting the right location, you will be able to find a living experience that is perfect for you.

Even though there is so much variety in America, there is still an "American culture" that may be quite different from your own. While much of American culture is exported through television, film, and consumer products, there are some aspects that you do not encounter until you live in the US. For a brief description of these aspects, refer to American culture and Customs and habits. To gain a better understanding of what life is like in the different regions in the US, refer to USA regions. Refer to the other pages in this section to find out how to perform common tasks, such as opening a bank account and choosing housing. Read Student profiles to hear the experiences of real students just like you.

U.S. Immigration for International Students

International student visas are issued by the Immigration and Naturalization Department (INS), under the State Department of the United States. An international student visa grants the student permission to enter the USA legally. In order to obtain an international student visa to enter the US, the applicant must meet the following basic requirements:

The international student visa applicant must be in good health. People who have tested positive for HIV are not allowed to enter the US and will not be issued an international student visa.
The International student visa applicants must promise to obey all US laws, or risk deportation.

The International student visa applicants must be able to support himself financially during the course of US study.

International student visa applicants must agree to leave the USA after the course of US study is complete.

It is important to remember that applying early and providing the requested documents does not guarantee that the international student will receive an international student visa. Also, because each international student’s immigration situation is unique, two students from the same country, applying for the same international student visa may be asked different questions and for different documents.

In addition, international students should be aware that obtaining an international student visa does not automatically guarantee entry into the United States. The Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) officer at the port of entry into the US has the authority to deny admission even if an international student visa has been granted. Follow all immigration rules and guidelines closely. Obtaining your international student visa is a crucial step towards a successful US education.

International Student Admissions

Admission at US colleges and US universities can be very competitive for international students. US vocational, ESL and high school admissions are generally less competitive, but there are exceptions. Much depends on the school in question and the qualifications of the international student. In order to be accepted at a TOP US school, you must have attained good grades, completed challenging coursework, obtained sufficient financing, and developed a strong command of the English language. You can search our list of top US schools or our list of online colleges: online college courses and online college degrees.

Less competitive schools have less stringent admissions for international students. Each US school sets its own international student admissions requirements. Different US schools will have different minimum requirements for grades as well as for standardized tests (such as the TOEFL and the SAT). Even within the same school, there may be different requirements pertaining to admissions for international students, depending on the major (or course of study) selected. For example, international students who want to major in engineering at a top USA university will be required to have completed more courses in math and science than students who want to major in business. Typically, the higher your grades and test scores, the better your chances of being accepted by at least one top school.

Above all, successful admissions for international students to a top US school requires preparation. The admissions process is a long one, and should ideally begin at least 18 months before your expected arrival in the US. Organization and planning are very important because timely completion of all the necessary steps is key. As a guideline, you international students should follow the schedule provided in the International student application calendar.

Financing your USA Education

While the cost of an American education is high and can add up to tens of thousands of US dollars, it is an investment that will benefit you for the rest of your life. Since you will be required to prove you have the necessary financial resources in order to obtain an international student visa, it is very important to first calculate how much your total USA education will cost. The information in the Calculating costs section will help you. Please note that, in general, it is not easy to obtain an international student scholarship or international student loan since competition amongst applicants is fierce. There are literally thousands of students who apply for scholarships for international students and international student loans.

Once you have determined how much international student financing you will need, you must next determine how you will obtain that student financing. Are you parents financing your USA education? Have you obtained an international student scholarship? Have you been able to secure an international student loan? Refer to the Looking for international student funding section first, and then to the various sections on aid.