Study in the USA
The world’s largest choice of universities, with funding options for strong graduate applicants.
The USA at a glance
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Key facts for students
| Money to show | No single national figure. Your university sets the amount on your I-20 (tuition plus living costs). |
|---|---|
| Work while studying | On campus up to 20 hours a week in term. Off-campus work only through authorised programmes. |
| After graduation | Optional Practical Training (OPT): 12 months, with a possible 24-month extension for STEM degrees. |
| Main intakes | August/September (Fall), January (Spring) |
Rules, fees and amounts change. We confirm the latest official figures with you before you apply.
Leading universities in the USA
Universities in the USA that regularly appear among the country’s best in international rankings, such as the QS World University Rankings 2027. Listed alphabetically.
Rankings change every year and differ between ranking tables. The best university for you depends on your subject, budget and profile. Ask a counsellor which ones fit you, or see the latest table at topuniversities.com.
Scholarships for the USA
Scholarships are competitive and each one has its own rules and deadlines. Always check the current round on the official page.
Fulbright Foreign Student Program
Fully funded graduate study in the US, administered for Bangladesh through the US Embassy in Dhaka.
Official pageGraduate assistantships
Many US universities fund master’s and PhD students through teaching or research assistantships.
Ask usWant the full picture for the USA?
Our counsellors can walk you through eligibility, documents and the visa process for the USA, based on the current official rules and your profile.