COST TO STUDY IN THE USA

COST TO STUDY IN THE USA

The US is a country with a leading developed economy in the world, along with expensive costs in all areas. But that's why you will have the opportunity to experience in such a most civilized modern country. Studying in the US must be the dream of many young people when thinking about studying abroad, so what do you need to study abroad? The following article will answer all questions about the cost of coming to this country of flags:

＄STUDY FEES＄

     This is the biggest and main expense in your study abroad process. When you have not chosen a school and major, you will not be able to have a specific number about this. In general, the more famous the school you choose, the more expensive the tuition fees will be in the big states, and the private schools will also have higher tuition fees than public schools. Besides, if you study for 2 years at a community college and then continue to university, it will also save money when studying a 4-year Bachelor's program. In addition, you also have to prepare another amount of money to spend on textbooks, school supplies, etc.

      According to statistics, a school year in a public school in the US will cost about 26,290 USD (about 615 million VND) + textbooks and school supplies 1,240 USD (about 29 million VND). Thus, to study for 4 years, you need an amount equivalent to 102,120 USD.

♦ USA STUDENT VISA ♦ 

     The US student visa is a mandatory expense in the latest US study expenses that you need to prepare. From June 2019, the US student visa fee for F and M international students will increase from 200 USD to 350 USD (about 8.1 million VND); J visa fee increased 22% from 180 USD to 220 USD (about 5.1 million VND). If you choose to apply for a visa through visa application services, this number may be higher due to the addition of service fees, translation, etc.

✈FLIGHTS TICKET✈

     Depending on the airline and seat class, the airfare may vary. It is estimated that one-way flight tickets to the US will range from 450 USD - 850 USD (10 - 20 million VND) at normal times, if going in the high season it may be higher or if you take your time. To "hunt" for cheap tickets, you can save a good amount of money.

⛪HOUSE⛪

There are 3 types of housing for international students in the US

1. Dormitory:

     Many schools have dormitories on campus or in the vicinity. The rooms are single or shared rooms, with breakfast, lunch and dinner at the cafeteria. Dormitories are often closed during the holidays, during which time students move in with homestays.

     The cost of this type of housing varies greatly depending on the school from 5,000 to 7,000 USD/year

2. Homestay (in a homestay):

    Homestay is a form of living with American families and students have a private room in the house. The host family welcomes you as a family member. Communicating and meeting family friends is the best way for you to improve your English. Host families are carefully selected and these families provide students with a safe and caring environment. Students eat breakfast and dinner at home.

    Average cost: 170USD – 230USD/week (3.91 ~ 5.29 million/week)

3. Renting house:

    Students over 18 years old can rent a boarding house or rent a room in a hostel with other students.

     The cost of this type of housing varies greatly between cities and towns. Students are required to pay electricity/gas, phone connection and food costs along with room rental. Rent costs about 150USD - 450USD/week (3.45 ~ 10.35 million/week).

>> In general, to save money, you should register in the school's dormitory. The cost is lighter and the security is good, as well as the opportunity to interact with international friends.

 ♓LIVING FEES♓

     Of course, the cost of studying in the US can not be without living expenses, which can be travel, dining, entertainment, travel, shopping, etc. This amount depends on each student himself that it has very low or very high. It is estimated that the average cost of travel for international students is about 1,160 USD (about 27 million VND), other costs are about 2,120 USD (about 49 million VND) for a year in Vietnam. America.

So, to summarize the costs that need to be prepared before coming to the US as follows:

☞ SUPPORT FROM H&A

H&A understands the difficulties and problems of parents and students on the journey to study abroad.

H&A is ready to accompany you on your way to study in the US, please contact us for support and answer all your questions.

Free support services from H&A include:

✔Free US study abroad consultation, economical solution

✔Advice on choosing the right school, major and course

✔Support to apply for admission, monitor progress, receive confirmation letter from school

✔Advice on accommodation, study abroad budget, support to book flight tickets, equip skills before leaving