Higher Studies At USA

United States Of America MS-Word format One of the distinguishing features of the American educational system is autonomy of its institutions .The colleges and universities are not under any central ministry of education .As such each college or university has its own programmes and sets its own criteria for admission of students ,both from within and outside the country .They grant their own degrees.Some of the universities have set very high and exacting standards ,while have flexible and less demanding in this respect.. Another note worthy characterstic of the American educational system is accrediation of institutions.both college and universities are accrediated by accrediating agencies which are nongovernmental associations.Accrediation also facilitates transfer of student from one accredited institution to another .It is advisable to take admission in an accredited institution. Higher Education in United States Of America After completion of Undergraduate study .The following programs are available. *Masters *Doctoral *Professional *Special advanced degree programmes. How much time is taken to complete each of the above programs ,depends on field of study and nature of curriculum.Generally a masters degree can be earned after successful completion of study of a year or more and doctors degree is earned after three to four more years of study and research. Eligibility : Generally three important factors are essential for people aspiring to go to the USA for higher education..First you must have a consistently good perfomance i.e.,preferably a first class from high school onwards.Secondly ,you should have a stong financial support to finance your studies and thirdly ,you should be proficient in English. Selecting Universities One generally finds its hard to make a choice to select the accredited institutions imparting quality education in the United States .It is always advisable that instead of selecting to only well known prestigious universities you should apply to about ten Universies in aparticular subject in making a selection of Universities you should bear in the following points *Whether the program of your choice and need is available. *You should determine your academic aptitude before you apply. *Expenses involved on tuition and living. *Whether financial aid is available,if so what is its nature. *What are admission requirements such as minimum academic performances and test to be taken . *What are research facilities and interests of the faculty. Tips To get acquainted with what Universities look for before giving you the admission. These may be *The Undergraduate institute you attended. *Your GRE & Toefl scores *The Grade Point Average (GPA) or cumulative percentage ,rank in class. *Letter of recommendation. *Overall coherence in the Statement of Purpose (SOP) and work experience. *Research interest and skills:Programming. *Degree you intend to work towards Ph.d/M.s *Personal Qualities: Motivation,Reliability,Sincerity,Maturity,Integrity,Commucation Skills. *Extra curricular activities:Volunteering,Leadership roles. *To arrive at a decision whether to go for studies or to get a job. List of American Universities Also read Destination US