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How do I get into a US university?

Admission to a US university is an important decision for your future. There are many reasons to study in America, including career growth and cultural diversity.

"How to enroll in a US university?" – this question is one of the most popular among students of our international online school Virtual International School (VIS). Our teachers are graduates of the world's leading educational institutions. VIS experts help students with admission to American universities.

Choosing a University

Which universities in the USA can I enroll in? There are no government standardized university rankings in the United States, but there are several private companies that measure and rank educational institutions: U.S. News & World Report's Best Colleges, Forbes, The Princeton Review. You can also view the ranking of American universities on the Times Higher Education and QS World University Rankings.

Thanks to the ratings, you can find out which universities provide high-quality education and how to enroll in a US university. But remember that the rating should not be the main and only criterion when you choose a university.

Choosing a university program

The direction of study is the most important factor in choosing a university for many applicants. If you have multiple academic interests, some universities offer dual specialization programs.

When applying to a university in America, choose the educational institutions that best meet your requirements and pay attention to the following factors: location, climate, necessary tests (academic standard tests and English proficiency tests), tuition fees, scholarships, services for international students, campus facilities, as well as the level of internships and employment.

Submitting an application

How to enroll in a US university? First of all, you need to fill out an application online on the website of each educational institution or through the Common Application system. Regardless of which method you choose, preparing for admission to US universities requires certain documents:

  • extract of final grades;
  • English language proficiency test results (the most popular are TOEFL and IELTS);
  • essay;
  • recommendations;
  • a copy of the passport.

Some specialties also require an interview before enrollment.

To enroll in an American university for free is the dream of many applicants. Most universities offer various financial support programs and scholarships for the most talented applicants. On the website of each educational institution there is detailed information about the possibility of admission to a US university for free.

The offer of enrollment

If you have several offers for enrollment, it may not be easy to make a final choice. When making a decision, think about what you know about the university: about its representatives, students, and life on campuses. If possible, talk to current students to get their opinion.

After selecting the university, go back to the letter of admission. It will indicate the next steps, as well as the procedure for obtaining a visa and the dates of arrival on campus for the start of classes. In many universities in the USA, it is necessary to make an advance payment for tuition at a certain time.

Studying at American universities is expensive. But academic, athletic, and many other types of scholarships may be available to you.

Preparing for departure

The university will inform you when you need to arrive at the beginning of the academic semester (end of August – beginning of September). It is better to arrive early to look around and prepare for the first day of classes.

You will learn about the accommodation options before you leave. Many universities offer places in dormitories. There are other options on or off campus: carefully study the information and choose what suits your lifestyle best.

If you still have any questions or you have finally decided to enroll in the USA, you can contact us. The international online school Virtual International School will not only prepare you for the necessary exams, but also provide qualified support for the application process to all the universities you are interested in.