Here
are few important points if you want to study in the United States
for an undergraduate degree (4 years) A.
You will need about one year to complete the application process.B.
Study in the U.S. is expensive and financial aid for undergraduates
is rare. C.
Admission to a college does not guarantee that a student visa will
be issued.Following
are steps to take to begin the search for the university that is
right for you:
1. Define
your educational career objectives -What
career do you want to pursue?
-What subjects do you excel in?
2. Do
you meet the admission requirements? -You
will need a strong academic background.
-A command of the English language.
-Adequate financial resource
-Required entrance examinations
3. Evaluate
your ability to finance study in the U.S. -Plan
for the TOTAL cost of living and study over a period of several
years.
-Remember... the hidden costs of education in the U.S. include transportation,
health insurance, phone bills, etc.
4. Arrange
to take the TOEFL examination -English
language proficiency is requirememt for gainging admission to an
American University.
-TOEFL registration booklets are available at the Cultural Center
Library.
5. Prepare
for enrollment by selectinv ten or more appropriate institutions.
-Begin
your research in the Cultural Center Library. There are books, handouts,
pamphlets, and CD's available for your perusal.
-Narrow your search by considering geographical area and/or course
of study.
-Costs of living are generally higher on both coasts and lower in
the south and Midwest.
-There are bothe public and private universities in the U.S. Pubic
universities are usually less expensive.
-Two-yearcommunity colleges are an option BUT make sure that credits
you earn are transferable to the four institution of your choice.
-Take your time and study all the available material thoroughly.
6. Write,
fax or e-mail the school you are interested in and ask for information
and an application or visit their website.
7.
When application forms arrive, prepare them thoroughly and carefully.
-You
will need to provide educational documents from previous schools,
TOEFL results, SAT scores, and letters of recommendation.
8. Wait
for offers of admission and I-20 form.
9.
Apply for visa. For
further infromation, please contact the school administration or
American embassy at your earliest convenience, or visit the following
sites: www.toefl.org
(Toefl's website) www.collegeboard.com
(Applying + SAT information) www.petersons.com/ugrad
(Undergraduate Study) www.petersons.com
(Graduate study) www.collegeview.com
(College search, financial aid, scholarships) www.review.com
(The Princeton Review Homepage) www.studyusa.com
(English language programs, graduate and undergraduate studies,
community colleges)