Study in USA
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We look forward to helping students like you who are considering continuing education in the United States. You will find all the tools you need to compile your necessary research in deciding if the United States is the best place for you — we have gathered valuable information on educational, social, cultural and economic aspects of studying in the U.S.
The USA has the world’s largest international student population, with more than 1,000,000 students choosing to broaden their education and life experience in the United States. Nearly 5% of all students enrolled in higher-level education in the USA are international students, and the numbers are growing. From the mid-1950’s, when international student enrollment was only just reaching 35,000, international education in the USA has come a long way. There are about 3500 universities in USA that offer the widest choice of over 1000 courses from any field under the sun. 90% of world’s Nobel Laureates teach in US Universities.
USA has the world’s most flexible education system, students can study their area of interest as specialization. As the education system of USA is not centralized each institute can determine its program and admission standards. Lateral movement in the education system is possible any time. Some U.S. colleges and universities stress broad educational principles; others emphasize practical, employment-related skills; and still others specialize in the arts, social sciences or technical fields.
1. Completed Application Form (N25000 for Application form).
Make your Application fee N25,000 for Application fee to:
Bank: Zenith Bank
Account Title: Lekkside Education Consultant
Account No.: 1014154466
2. Two letters of recommendation
3. Valid International passport Data Page
4. Official Secondary School or University/Polytechnic results/WAEC/NECO result with scratch card
5. Statement of Purpose or Personal Essay (A brief statement of the applicant’s purpose of study)
6. Application Fee (this is charged by each school or school choosen) (This non-refundable fee must be paid within 5 working days after the submission of application)
7. Original or certified bank account Statement of account of the sponsor.
8. Evidence of English Proficiency This may include a minimum,- TOEFL score of 550 (PBT), 160 (CBT), 55 (IBT)
– IELTS Score of 5.0 Or,
– WAEC score of C6 or higher
Students without TOEFL / IELTS can still be admitted to the degree program on condition that they will study ESL Program.
9. 2 Passport Photographs
10. Lekkside Consultancy Fee – NGN 100.000:00 Plus 5% VAT To be pay later after admission.
University Application Fee (this is charged by each school )
Student gets Provisional Acceptance letter within 2 Month after applying. Please note that students will be required to pay 1/5 of the total tuition fee into the school account (Tuition fee is refundable if visa is refused).
Student receives final acceptance letter 2 weeks after payment of the tuition fee.
Student goes to the embassy.
VISA PROCESSES
There are several immigrant and non-immigrant visa options at USA and one has to choose the one that is applicable according to the requirements. The passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the end of your intended stay in the US. Immigration regulations are very strict with respect to working while carrying a student visa. F-1 status, which is the most common status for full-time international students, allows for part time, on-campus employment (fewer than 20 hours per week.) J-1 student status allows for similar employment, with similar restrictions, as long as permission is given by the exchange visitor program sponsor. M-1 visa holders for technical and vocational programs are not permitted to work during the course of their studies.
To get the F-1 visa approved, the student will need to show that he/she has sufficient funds to pay for the first year of study and that you have resources available to cover the rest of your educational program. For an M-1 or J-1 visa, you will need to convince the authorities that you have sufficient funds to pay for all tuition and living costs for your complete stay in the US.
SCHOLARSHIPS
One of the most attractive aspects of US education is that majority of the students pursuing higher education in USA is successful in securing financial aids in the forms of research/graduate assistant ships, tuition fee waivers, fellowships etc. There are several international organizations, such as the Fulbright Commission, who grant aid to students all over the world to Study in USA. Some of the organizations that offer aid are:
The United Nations
AMIDEAST
World Council of Churches
Soros Foundation
World Health Organization
WORK OPPORTUNITIES
Students are permitted to work 20 hours per week on-campus during the first years of study. In the second year students are allowed to take part-time jobs or co-op/internships off campus to fulfill academic or financial requirements. The on campus jobs do not pay much and certainly not enough to finance a university education. This kind of jobs can only be a supplement to other funds.
Along with the acceptability and recognition of education, USA also offers the best in terms of future job prospects and immigration possibilities after studies. All students are entitled to stay back and work for one year period in USA under OPT (Optional Professional Training). For STEM Graduates(Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) the OPT can be further extended to another 24 months (Total 36 Months). Students who are successful in finding a suitable placement can apply for H1B (Job Visa) during this period.