Admission requirements for international students in the USA can vary by university and course, but here are the general requirements you can expect:

1. Academic Qualifications

- Undergraduate (Bachelor’s) Programs:
- Completion of 10+2 (higher secondary) or equivalent.
- Transcripts/marksheets from all previous schools.
- Postgraduate (Master’s) Programs:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (usually 4 years).
- Transcripts/marksheets from all previous institutions.

2. Standardized Test Scores

- Undergraduate:
- SAT or ACT (some universities are test-optional).
- Postgraduate:
- GRE or GMAT (required for some programs, especially for engineering, science, and business).
- English Proficiency (for all levels):
- IELTS (usually 6.0–7.0)
- TOEFL (usually 80–100 iBT)
- Duolingo English Test (accepted by many universities)
- PTE Academic (accepted by some universities)

3. Application Documents

- Completed application form (usually online via university portal or Common Application).
- Academic transcripts (official, in English, and sometimes evaluated by credential agencies like WES).
- English proficiency test scores.
- Standardized test scores (if required).
- Letters of Recommendation (usually 2–3 from teachers/professors/employers).
- Statement of Purpose (SOP) or Personal Statement.
- Resume/CV (mainly for graduate applicants).
- Passport copy.
- Application fee (varies by university, typically USD 50–100).

4. Additional Requirements (if applicable)

- Portfolio (for architecture, art, design, or related fields).
- Work experience (for some postgraduate programs, especially MBA).
- Financial documents (proof of funds for I-20 issuance after admission).

5. Deadlines

- Fall intake (August/September): Major intake, deadlines between November–March of previous year.
- Spring intake (January): Fewer programs, deadlines between July–October.
- Rolling admissions: Some universities offer flexible deadlines.

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Tip: Each university and program may have specific requirements. It’s important to check the exact eligibility and deadlines for your shortlisted universities.

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