Study in USA

Overview

Why Study in the USA?

The USA is home to the world's top-ranked universities and offers excellent quality education in Computer Science, Engineering, and Health Sciences. The OPT and STEM OPT programs provide up to 3 years of post-graduation work experience.

Key advantages:

OPT: 12 months post-graduation work for all F-1 students
STEM OPT Extension: Additional 24 months (total 36 months) for STEM fields
World-renowned universities — MIT, Stanford, Carnegie Mellon, Johns Hopkins
Strong H-1B sponsorship opportunities in tech and healthcare

Important Note: Green Card wait times for Nepali nationals are currently 10-30+ years. If PR is the primary goal, strongly recommend Australia or Canada instead.

Tuition: USD 20,000–50,000/year | Living: USD 15,000–25,000/year

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Education System & Top Universities

The US higher education system is globally recognised for its research excellence, diverse programs, and campus experience.

Top Universities for IT & Health (Nepali Student Focus):

MIT (QS #1) — CS, AI, Engineering, Health Informatics — Massachusetts
Stanford University (QS #5) — CS, Medicine, Health Tech — California (Silicon Valley)
Carnegie Mellon (QS #28) — CS, AI, Robotics, Healthcare — Pennsylvania
Johns Hopkins (QS #31) — Public Health, Medicine, Nursing — Maryland (#1 Health)
Univ. of Texas Austin (QS #67) — CS, Engineering, Nursing — Texas
Arizona State University (QS #216) — IT, Health, Nursing — Arizona
Univ. of Illinois Chicago (QS #246) — IT, Nursing, Health Sciences — Illinois

[2025-2026 UPDATE] H-1B lottery: New pre-registration system. Unique registrants entered. Multiple registrations by same person disqualified. Employer files in April for October 1 start.

USA Visa Types for Nepali Students

Complete breakdown of all visa categories and pathways

Visa Type	Purpose	Key Features	Duration
F-1 Student Visa	Full-time academic study	SEVIS/I-20 required; on-campus work 20 hrs/wk; OPT after graduation	Duration of Status
OPT (F-1 post-study)	Work after graduation	Apply 90 days before graduation; open employment; 12-month standard	12 months
STEM OPT Extension	STEM post-study work	Additional 24 months; employer must be E-Verify enrolled	24 months (total 36)

Visa Type	Purpose	Key Features	Duration
H-1B (Specialty)	Employer-sponsored work	Annual lottery (cap 65k + 20k Masters); filed April for October start	3 years (renewable)
O-1A	Extraordinary ability	No cap; high bar; no lottery; employer petition	1-3 years
EB-1/EB-2/EB-3 Green Card	Permanent Residency	Employer-sponsored or self-petition; very long waits for Nepali nationals (10-30+ yrs)	Permanent

Application Roadmap

Your journey to studying in the USA

1. Counseling & Strategy

Assess your profile, select the right university and program. Focus on Computer Science, IT, or Health Sciences for best OPT/H-1B outcomes.

1. Counseling & Strategy

Assess your profile, select the right university and program. Focus on Computer Science, IT, or Health Sciences for best OPT/H-1B outcomes.

2. Test Preparation

TOEFL iBT (80-90 most unis, 100+ top unis), IELTS Academic (6.0-6.5), or Duolingo English Test (100-110). GRE/GMAT if required.

2. Test Preparation

TOEFL iBT (80-90 most unis, 100+ top unis), IELTS Academic (6.0-6.5), or Duolingo English Test (100-110). GRE/GMAT if required.

3. University Application

Submit applications with SOP, recommendation letters, and transcripts. Fall (Aug-Sep) deadline: Nov-Jan. Spring (Jan) deadline: Oct-Nov.

3. University Application

Submit applications with SOP, recommendation letters, and transcripts. Fall (Aug-Sep) deadline: Nov-Jan. Spring (Jan) deadline: Oct-Nov.

4. I-20 & SEVIS

Receive I-20 from university, pay SEVIS fee, and prepare for F-1 visa interview at the US Embassy in Kathmandu.

4. I-20 & SEVIS

Receive I-20 from university, pay SEVIS fee, and prepare for F-1 visa interview at the US Embassy in Kathmandu.

5. F-1 Visa Interview

Prepare financial documents, study plan, and ties to Nepal. Demonstrate genuine student intent and ability to fund your education.

5. F-1 Visa Interview

Prepare financial documents, study plan, and ties to Nepal. Demonstrate genuine student intent and ability to fund your education.

6. Pre-Departure

Attend our pre-departure orientation covering housing, banking, cultural adjustment, and OPT planning from day one.

6. Pre-Departure

Attend our pre-departure orientation covering housing, banking, cultural adjustment, and OPT planning from day one.

USA Language Requirements

English proficiency requirements for US universities

Test	Score (Most Unis)	Score (Top Unis)	Notes
TOEFL iBT	80-90	100+	Widely accepted; university-specific
IELTS Academic	6.0-6.5	7.0	Increasingly accepted across the US
Duolingo English Test	100-110	115+	Post-COVID growth; not accepted by all

Top US Universities for IT & Health

Elite

MIT (QS #1) — CS, AI, Engineering, Health Informatics — Massachusetts

Elite

Stanford University (QS #5) — CS, Medicine, Health Tech — California (Silicon Valley)

Top CS

Carnegie Mellon (QS #28) — CS, AI, Robotics, Healthcare — Pennsylvania

Top Health

Johns Hopkins (QS #31) — Public Health, Medicine, Nursing — Maryland

Value

Univ. of Texas Austin (QS #67) — CS, Engineering, Nursing — Texas

Inclusive

Arizona State University (QS #216) — IT, Health, Nursing — Large intl. student body

Urban

Univ. of Illinois Chicago (QS #246) — IT, Nursing, Health Sciences — Strong H-1B partners

TOP UNIVERSITIES IN USA

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