This document provides information to help students research their options for studying in the US. It outlines the 5 steps to US study: research options, finance studies, complete application, apply for student visa, and prepare for departure. It then gives details on why to study in the US, financing options like scholarships and loans, the application process including requirements, and free resources for researching schools. The overall document serves as a guide to the entire process of studying in the US from start to finish.

2. EducationUSA can help you every step along the way.
5 Steps to U.S. Study
1.Research Your Options
2.Finance Your Studies
3.Complete Your Application
4.Apply for Your Student Visa
5.Prepare for Your Departure

3. This is the first question to ask yourself.
Why do I want to study in the U.S.?

4. Why Study in the U.S. of all places?
Flexibility
Critical-thinking
State-of-the-art
Facilities
International
Experience and
Networking
4000+ Choices
Quality
English language
practice
Value
Student-centered
approach
Working closely with
professors
Diversity

5. Finance Your Studies

6. Study in the U.S. while attaining your degree from Egypt.
Non-Degree Seeking Options in the U.S.
• Exchange Programs through the U.S. Embassy University Students:
E.g. (GlobalUGRAD/SUSI) Secondary Students: E.g. (Tech
Girls/Between the Lines) https://eg.usembassy.gov/education-
culture/exchange-opportunities/allexchanges/
• KL-Yes for high school students (AFS)
• Humphrey Fellowship (Professionals) through Fulbright
• Junior Faculty Development through Fulbright
• PhD Research grants (including Fulbright)
• FLTA for English Teachers(Fulbright)
• TCLP (AMIDEAST) for Arabic and English teachers at Governmental
Schools
• Medical Residencies, Observerships, etc. (EAMTAR)
• Certificate Programs/Summer Programs through Community colleges
or US Universities. (Self fund)

7. Gain your degree from a U.S. institution.
Degree Options in the U.S.
UNDERGRADUATE
• Bachelor: 4-year college or university
• Bachelor: 2+2 Plan (attend community college first)
• Bachelor: Transfer into a U.S. college from Egypt
• Associates (2 year degree, or as professional
development for a graduate): nursing, radiology, auto,
tourism, air traffic control, hospitality, culinary, etc.
GRADUATE
• Masters
• PhD
• Professional: medical, dental, pharmacy, law, business

8. Find out what the total costs for each school on your list.
Calculate the Total Costs
• Tuition (by credit hour)
• College/University Fees
• Books, Supplies, Class Fees
• Health Insurance (mandatory)
• Personal Expenses (according to the university)
• Room & Board (off-campus and on-campus options)
• Local Transportation
• International Transportation (Will you come home for breaks?)
• SEVIS and Student Visa Application

9. Start Here.
Make a Budget
INDIVIDUAL SPONSORS
American students have been saving for decades for
their education, often starting when they are a baby.
PERSONAL SAVINGS
Assess what will be available in each year of your
study in the U.S., as expenses and income may
change.
FAMILY CONTRIBUTIONS

10. A Little Research Goes a Long Way
Many Ways to Afford a U.S. Education
Please note that U.S.
colleges and universities
use two different definitions
of Financial Aid.
1.Fellowships, Scholarships, Graduate Assistantships,
Need-based Financial Aid, and more. 2. Affordable tuition, cost of living, discounts and waivers,
shorter or intensive programs.
Some schools offer affordable costs
without financial assistance
Best Buys – highest quality at lowest
prices (such as state universities)
What financial aid is available?

11. Find out what the college offers and which programs you are eligible for.
Undergraduate Financial Assistance
• Merit Scholarships: Academic GPA and SAT/ACT scores
• Talent Scholarships: Specific majors
• Diversity Scholarships
• Transfer Scholarships
• Tuition waivers and other guaranteed discounts
• Need-based financial aid for international students (full need met)
• Athletic Scholarships (administered through the NCAA)
• Leadership and other special awards
• On-Campus Work Study (limited hours and wage <$2,500 per year)
• Off-Campus Internship (CPT/OPT Practical Training, sometimes paid)
• Tuition Guarantee (price will not rise each year)

12. Example Financial Scenarios
Tuition = $26,000
Living = $9,000
Total = $35,000
Aid anticipated = $27,000
Projected Cost = $8,000
Tuition = $5,000
Living = $3,000
Total = $8,000
Aid anticipated = $0
Projected Cost = $8,000

13. Example Financial Scenarios
Tuition = $46,000
Living = $12,000
Total = $58,000
Aid anticipated = $55,000 if accepted
Projected Cost = $3,000
Tuition = $45,000
Living = $10,000
Total = $55,000
Aid anticipated = $22,000 max
Projected Cost =
$33,000

14. Fewer spots than undergraduate programs, but more funding available.
Graduate Funding Available
Scholarships that do not require any repayment. Cover
full or partial tuition and sometimes living expenses.
FELLOWSHIPS
Graduate, Research, and Teaching Assistantships.
Usually available after one year in the program. Can
include tuition, living expenses, and a stipend.
ASSISTANTSHIP POSITIONS
Must be repaid in full. Available more for professional
schools. Many times require a U.S. citizen co-signer.
STUDENT LOANS
1
3
Off-campus internship (paid or unpaid) 12 months
total, or 29 months for STEM fields.
CPT/OPT – PRACTICAL TRAINING
4
2

15. • 82% of PhD candidates, 55% of
Master’s candidates are funded by
their universities
STEM
(Science, Technology,
Engineering, Math)
• 56% of PhD candidates, 41% of
Master’s candidates are funded by
their universities
Humanities and Social
Sciences
• University funding is rare: most
students are funded by loans arranged
through universities or private sources
Other Professions
(Business, Health,
Communications, Education,
Law)
Graduate Financial Assistance

16.  Fulbright Egyptian Student Program – Master’s Degree
 Fulbright Egyptian Student Program – Visiting Student
Researcher
 Fulbright Egyptian Student Program – Applied, Fine and
Performing Arts
 Fulbright Egyptian Student Program – Islamic Studies
 Foreign Language Teaching Assistant Program
What if the U.S. college or university does not provide funding?
Fulbright Egyptian Student Grants

17. MBA Fellowship at Stanford
Fellowship Eligibility
 You must be a citizen of an African country
 You must have completed, or be in the final year of completing, your university
studies.
Evaluation Criteria
 Commitment to developing Africa
 Demonstrated financial need is preferred
 Merit, determined by the three criteria used to consider candidates: intellectual
vitality, demonstrated leadership potential, and personal qualities and
contributions that will add to the class.
 Link: https://www.gsb.stanford.edu/programs/mba/financial-aid/types-
aid/stanford-africa-mba-fellowship

18. AFRICAN WOMEN'S PUBLIC SERVICE
FELLOWSHIP
 Global EMPA Degree, funded by Opera Winfery Foundation
 Citizen and resident in an African country at the time of
application.
 Strong academic record.
 Demonstrated commitment to public service.
 A NYU Wagner education would significantly enhance your
ability to have a deep and lasting impact on public service
issues in your home country and region.

19. What if the U.S. college or university does not provide funding?
External Funding for U.S. Degrees
UNDERGRADUATE:
• Onsi Sawiris Scholarship (Stanford/Harvard
University of Chicago and UPenn)
GRADUATE:
• Onsi Sawiris Scholarship (MBA or
Masters in Engineering) administered by AMIDEAST OSSP
Graduate
• AlGhurair (Arizona State University)
- Online AlGhurair Online MA
• Qalaa Scholarships Qalaa Scholarships
• NYU Wagner Fellowships NYU Fellowships
• Aga Khan Aga Khan
• MBA Fellowship at Stanford for African Countries
Stanford MBA Fellowship
• Yousriya Loza Fellowship Yousriya Loza Fellowship
“MA in Development Practice (MDP) from the Hubert H.
Humphrey School of Public Affairs, University of Minnesota,
USA”
• Fulbright Fulbright Programs for Egyptians

20. Research your options fully. Everything you need to know is available online.
Undergraduate: Questions to Ask
• Do you fit the personality of the college?
• Do they have the programs and services
you want and need?
• Are your academics and within the range of
their top students?
• Are they looking for more diversity?
• How many applicants do they accept?
• Do they need to see financial evidence of 1
year of funding before they can accept you?

21. Research your options fully. Everything you need to know is available online.
Graduate: Things to Consider
• More like applying for a job.
• Is the professor/department doing exactly
what you have experience with?
• How many positions do they have available?
• Two Models: Few, fully-funded students VS
Many, partially-funded students
• Are they looking for work/life experience?
• Fewer spots than undergraduate programs,
but more funding available
• Professional Schools offer little/no funding;
Could you consider an academic degree
instead of a professional track?

22. Every little piece counts. And every university is different.
The “Application Package” for the U.S.
• Application Fee and Form – Your answers to questions and lists.
• Statement of Purpose and other Essays
• 2-3 Recommendation Letters
• Official Academic Records/Transcripts
• Exams (SAT/ACT, GRE, GMAT) Scores sent from testing agency.
• TOEFL iBT (or IELTS) Results sent from testing agency.
• Writing Samples, Research Papers, Portfolio, Other
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• Financial Aid Form and Documents as Proof
• Interview
• School Form: details of your high school. For Common App only.

23. Take your research seriously. You have many free tools to help.
Global network of centers & information on the
5 Steps of US Study
EducationUSA
AMIDEAST
Information on testing, test prep, and
fields of study.
College Board, Petersons & Niche
College Board/Magoosh
Fantastic tools and resources for
undergraduate study, incl. SAT & GRE
College search Engines
College Confidential/ QUORA
Student Blogs.
The Princeton REVIEW
Student Reviews.
CHEA
Database of accredited American education
institutions.
Search Tools and Resources
US EMBASSY CAIRO
Information on Student Visas and list of exchange
programs.
NUMBEO, FOREIGN CREDITS,
Cost of Living comparison, GPA calculator, and more.

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