Most universities in the USA offer three main intakes for international students:

1. Fall Intake (August/September)

- Most popular intake with the largest number of course options and scholarships.
- Major universities open most programs during this intake.
- Application deadlines: Usually between December and March of the same year.

2. Spring Intake (January)

- Also called the January intake.
- Fewer courses and scholarships compared to Fall, but still a good option.
- Application deadlines: Typically between July and September of the previous year.

3. Summer Intake (May)

- Limited intake, not all universities or programs are available.
- Mainly for specific courses, short-term programs, or language courses.
- Application deadlines: Usually between January and March.

Summary Table:

| Intake | Starts | Application Deadline | Availability |
|-----------|---------------|--------------------------|--------------------------|
| Fall | Aug/Sep | Dec – Mar (same year) | Most courses & scholarships |
| Spring | Jan | Jul – Sep (previous year)| Fewer courses |
| Summer | May | Jan – Mar (same year) | Limited courses |

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