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Independent research for Indian students and parents exploring U.S. undergraduate study.

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Study areas

Explore undergraduate majors

Pick an area that interests you and see matching universities.

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Why study in the USA

A system built around choice

U.S. undergraduate education works differently from India. Here is what families most often ask about.

  • Flexible curriculum

    Many universities let you explore courses before declaring a major, and some allow minors or double majors.

  • Many kinds of institutions

    Public universities, private universities, and liberal arts colleges differ in size, setting, and cost.

  • Hands-on learning

    Research, labs, and internship opportunities vary by university and program, so check each one.

  • Practical training

    Eligible F-1 students may apply for Optional Practical Training (OPT). Official rules apply and can change.

How U.S. admissions work

Student roadmap

Four steps from curiosity to campus

Typical timing for Indian students. Always check each university's official deadlines.

Detailed roadmap
  1. 01

    Grade 10–11

    Explore

    Discover majors, U.S. regions, and types of institutions. Understand how the U.S. system differs from India.

    Learn more about Explore
  2. 02

    Grade 11

    Compare

    Build a balanced shortlist. Compare published requirements, total annual costs, and scholarship availability.

    Learn more about Compare
  3. 03

    Grade 12 (Aug–Jan)

    Apply

    Prepare essays, recommendations, test scores, and financial documents. Submit by each university’s deadline.

    Learn more about Apply
  4. 04

    Grade 12 (Mar–Aug)

    Decide & Depart

    Compare offers, accept admission, receive your Form I-20, pay the SEVIS fee, and apply for your F-1 visa.

    Learn more about Decide & Depart

Costs & scholarships

Understand costs and scholarships

Tuition is only part of the picture. Plan for the full cost of attendance across all four years.

What a year typically includes

  • Tuition & fees
  • Housing
  • Food / meal plan
  • Health insurance
  • Books & supplies
  • Travel & personal

Your Form I-20 shows the total amount you must document. Costs usually rise each year and exchange rates change.

Read the costs guide
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Where funding can come from

  • Merit scholarships. Awarded for academic or extracurricular achievement. Often partial and highly competitive.
  • Need-based aid. Based on family finances. Availability for international students is limited at many universities.
  • Departmental awards. Offered by specific programs, sometimes after the first year of study.
  • External scholarships. From foundations, trusts, and organisations in India or abroad.

Scholarships are limited and competitive. UGinUS never promises or guarantees funding.

How to research scholarships

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