Study Abroad
Study in United States
Flexible four-year degrees with the chance to explore subjects before choosing a major, at a very wide range of colleges and universities.
Study pathways
- Four-year bachelor’s degrees
- Community college with transfer options
- Graduate (master’s and doctoral) programmes
General admission requirements
- Secondary school transcripts and predicted or final results
- Application essays and recommendation letters
- English language evidence where required
- Any tests a college requires — check each institution’s current policy
Requirements differ by institution and course — always confirm with the university.
Application procedure
- 1Research colleges and their deadlines
- 2Apply through the Common App or each college’s own portal
- 3Submit financial documents when requested
- 4Accept an offer and receive the Form I-20
- 5Pay the SEVIS fee and apply for the student visa
Visa guidance
Most academic students apply for an F-1 visa after receiving a Form I-20 from a certified school. See the U.S. Department of State for current rules and interview guidance.
U.S. Department of State — Student visa (opens in a new tab)Financial planning
- Budget for tuition, accommodation, living costs, health cover, travel and visa fees — and confirm current figures from the institution and the official visa authority.
- Most student visas require evidence of funds held for a set period; plan bank statements and sponsor documents early.
- Research scholarships, bursaries and instalment options directly with each institution.
How COACHUP can help
- Study Abroad Counselling
- University & College Applications
- Admission Guidance
- Visa Application Assistance
- Application Documentation Guidance
- Travel & Air Ticketing Assistance
- Pre-departure Assistance
Counselling enquiry
Ask about studying in United States, visa guidance or travel.
Study abroad counselling
University and college applications, admission guidance and pre-departure support.