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Why study in the US? Eight Good Reasons!

Many students are excited about the prospect of studying abroad. "I want to study somewhere else in the world other than my home country!" is commonly heard around the world. Today there are many interesting study abroad destinations - US, UK, Australia, Canada, Singapore - to name a few. While several countries offer great programs at great universities, the US continues to attract record numbers (yes, I am biased!)

So what makes the US the most favored destination in the world:

1. US colleges and universities offer hundreds and hundreds of programs in every imaginable subject and even in those fields that you never imagined existed! If you are looking variety, look no further.
2. The US has a range of universities from the very best in the world to average ones and some even below par. Select the right university for the right reasons.
3. US education is recognized world over.
4. US education encourages creative thinking and problem-solving (not in all cases, but in many cases!) Case studies, class presentations, group projects, research papers, and essay exams all test the abilities of the learner in different ways and caters to different learners as well.
5. If you want to pursue higher studies, it is easy to move from undergraduate to graduate to post-graduate in the US. There are many gates that open readily for the student who wants to continue to study.
6. You will meet people from all over the world! Guaranteed!
7. A meaningful degree from a good university will lead to a good job. You have to compete with the best, but if you are good, you will land in a good place.
8. Most faculty genuinely care about international students and will work closely with them. They are bright, dedicated, and creative (not all faculty, but most are!0
   

I am sure there are other good reasons as well including making lots of friends, being free to do what you like, and achieving great things.

Dr. Uma G.Gupta is CEO of USAsiaEdu (http://www.USAsiaEdu.com), a New York company that helps international students with study abroad decisions.

I want to study in the US!

For many international students, studying in the US is a life-long dream. A great education, great career prospects, and a great nation that values freedom and diversity is an exciting landing place for any student! Unfortunately the process of selecting the right university for the right reasons is not an easy choice for many international students. They are overwhelmed with questions:

1. What should I study?
2. How do I find the right university?
3. What kind of a job will I get once I graduate?
4. What is the time line for applying?
   
5. Will I get admission?
6. Will I get a scholarship?
7. What tests should I take?
8. What scores should I make on these tests?
9. What should my essay say about me?

These and many other questions make it difficult, very difficult, for international students to take the next step forward.

While there are many websites, combined, they tend to confuse the student more than offer clear counsel. What should a student do? Where should a student begin to learn about this process? When is it a good time to start researching your university and your career? These and other similar questions will be addressed in this blog.
In the meantime, if you have any questions you can write to me at exec@USAsiaEdu.com

Dr. Uma G. Gupta is the CEO of USAsiaEdu, a New York company, that helps international students interested in studying in the US.