Bachelor's Universities in United States
4,000+
50 states + DC
Universities
1,057,000+
IIE Open Doors 2024-25
International Students
3 years
(12 months OPT + 24 months STEM extension)
OPT + STEM Work Permit
5 universities
(MIT #1, Stanford #3, Harvard #5, Caltech #10, UChicago #10)
QS 2026 Top 10
$185
+ SEVIS $350
F1 Visa Fee
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Studying for a Bachelor's Degree in United States
Choosing where to study for your bachelor's degree in United States means weighing academic reputation, entry requirements, tuition, and life as an international student. Below is a quick guide to help you plan your application with confidence.
- Entry requirements. Most universities in United States ask for your high-school diploma and transcript, proof of English (usually IELTS or TOEFL), and — for selective programs — standardised tests such as the SAT. Requirements vary by institution and field.
- Tuition & living costs. Annual tuition and living expenses differ widely by city and program. Compare fees, scholarships, and on-campus vs. off-campus accommodation before you decide.
- Application timeline. Start 12–18 months ahead: shortlist universities, sit any required tests, prepare documents and essays, then submit before each deadline and arrange your student visa.
Dream Uni's advisors help you shortlist the right universities in United States, get your documents and essays ready, and manage every deadline — from first application to visa.
Universities in United States
Scholarship
University of Illinois Chicago
Chicago, Illinois, United States·State
Annual Fee$ 29884
Times Higher Ed.#201
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Scholarship
University of Notre Dame
South Bend, United States·Private
Annual Fee$ 65025
Times Higher Ed.#201
Boston College
Chestnut Hill, United States·Private
Annual Fee$ 70702
Times Higher Ed.#251
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Popular Scholarship
University of Hawaii at Mānoa
Honolulu, United States·State
Annual Fee$ 33336
Times Higher Ed.#251
Scholarship
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, United States·State
Annual Fee$ 30860
Times Higher Ed.#251
Scholarship
Stony Brook University (SUNY)
New York, United States·State
Annual Fee$ 32741
Times Higher Ed.#301
Scholarship
University at Buffalo (SUNY)
Buffalo, United States·State
Annual Fee$ 31536
Times Higher Ed.#301
Scholarship
University of Colorado, Denver
Denver, United States·State
Annual Fee$ 29391
Times Higher Ed.#301
Popular Scholarship
North Carolina State University (NC State)
Raleigh, United States·State
Annual Fee$ 32847
Times Higher Ed.#351
Popular Scholarship
University of South Florida
Tampa, United States·State
Annual Fee$ 17324
Times Higher Ed.#351
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Scholarship
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, United States·State
Annual Fee$ 32297
Times Higher Ed.#401
2026 data
Cost of Living in United States
Average monthly student living costs — including accommodation and transport.
| City | Monthly Living | Accommodation | Transport |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | $2,800 | $1,500-2,500 | $132 MetroCard |
| Boston | $2,500 | $1,300-2,200 | $90 MBTA |
| Los Angeles | $2,300 | $1,200-2,000 | $100 Metro |
| Chicago | $2,000 | $1,000-1,700 | $75 CTA |
| San Francisco | $2,900 | $1,600-2,600 | $98 Muni |
Visa process
United States Student Visa: Step by Step
Application Steps
- University Admission + I-20An acceptance letter (Form I-20) arrives from a SEVP-approved school. The form states the school + programme + financial capacity details; it is mandatory for the application.
- SEVIS I-901 PaymentThe SEVIS I-901 fee of $350 is paid via fmjfee.com. The payment receipt is requested at the consulate appointment; it can be paid after the I-20 is received.
- DS-160 + Consulate AppointmentThe DS-160 visa application form is completed at ceac.state.gov. An appointment is booked at the U.S. Embassy (Ankara) or Consulate (İstanbul, Adana); the visa fee is $185 (CGI İstanbul).
- Visa InterviewIn Türkiye the interview lasts 2-5 minutes on average. Questions: choice of programme, funding, ties to Türkiye, plans after graduation. Financial capacity: prove the amount stated on the I-20 (usually $40-80K/year) with a bank statement.
- Entry to the U.S. + I-94Entry to the U.S. max 30 days before the programme start. The CBP officer creates the electronic I-94 record (D/S = duration of status). SEVIS becomes active once you register at the school with the I-20.
Fees
- SEVIS I-901 fee$350
- F1 visa fee (MRV)$185
- Passport (TR renewal)₺1,150
- OPT/STEM application (I-765)$470
- I-20 change (school transfer)$0 (SEVIS update only)
Required Documents
- ✓Form I-20 (from a SEVP-approved school)
- ✓DS-160 confirmation page + SEVIS I-901 payment receipt
- ✓TOEFL iBT 80-100 / IELTS 6.5-7.5 / Duolingo 110-130
- ✓SAT 1200-1500 (undergraduate) / GRE 320+ or GMAT 700+ (master's / MBA)
- ✓Financial capacity: bank statement or sponsor letter for $40,000-80,000 per year
- ✓Valid passport (valid until 6 months beyond the visa expiry)
Popular cities
Most Popular Student Cities in United States
New York
Columbia UniversityNew York University (NYU)CUNY (City University of NY)Fordham University
Boston
Harvard UniversityMITBoston University
Los Angeles
UCLAUSC (University of Southern California)Caltech (Pasadena)LMU
Chicago
University of ChicagoNorthwestern (Kellogg MBA)UICIllinois Institute of Technology
San Francisco
Stanford UniversityUC BerkeleyUCSFUniversity of San Francisco
Washington DC
Georgetown UniversityGeorge Washington UniversityAmerican UniversityJohns Hopkins SAIS
Sources used for this page
- U.S. Department of State — Student Visa(last checked: 2026-05-13)
- Study in the States (DHS) — F1 Visa(last checked: 2026-05-13)
- IIE Open Doors Report 2024-25(last checked: 2026-05-13)
- SEVIS I-901 Fee Payment(last checked: 2026-05-13)
- QS World University Rankings 2026(last checked: 2026-05-13)
- College Board — Trends in College Pricing(last checked: 2026-05-13)
- USCIS — Optional Practical Training (OPT)(last checked: 2026-05-13)
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All figures have been verified against official sources. Be sure to check the official pages to confirm the information is up to date.
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