ACHS — Asian College of Higher Studies
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STUDY DESTINATION · USA

Find your academic fit
in the USA.

Explore a highly diverse higher education landscape with community colleges, universities, liberal arts colleges and specialist institutions.

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WHY STUDY IN USA?

A wide academic landscape
built around choice.

The United States offers associate, bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral and short-term study options across thousands of institutions and programmes.

Each institution sets its own admissions, testing, financial-aid and deadline policies. Students should compare accreditation, total cost, location, campus support and visa sponsorship carefully.

USA AT A GLANCE

A destination with
more to explore.

Build a decision around academic fit, affordability, lifestyle and the latest immigration conditions.

01

Institution choice

Compare community colleges, public universities, private universities and specialist schools.

02

Flexible curricula

Some programmes allow exploration before selecting or refining a major.

03

Research and innovation

Explore institutions with extensive laboratories, research and industry connections.

04

Campus experience

Consider housing, student organisations, sports and international support.

05

Financial planning

Review tuition, aid, insurance and living costs for every institution.

POPULAR STUDY AREAS

Connect learning with
your future direction.

Availability and career outcomes vary by institution and qualification. Use these fields as a starting point for programme research.

PLAN WITH CONFIDENCE

What to compare
before applying.

A complete study plan should consider much more than tuition alone.

  • Research your options

    Build a balanced shortlist based on academic fit, accreditation and affordability.

  • Finance your studies

    Compare tuition, scholarships, assistantships and the full cost of attendance.

  • Complete applications

    Plan transcripts, essays, recommendations and any required tests early.

  • Student visa process

    Use official information for SEVP-certified schools and visa preparation.

WORK AND POST-STUDY PLANNING

Understand the conditions
before you apply.

During your studies

F-1 employment is restricted and must be authorised when required. Students should speak with their Designated School Official before starting any job or practical training.

After graduation

Optional Practical Training may be available to eligible F-1 students for work related to their field of study. Authorisation, timing and STEM extensions have specific requirements.

Admission, visa approval, work permission, employment and permanent residence are not guaranteed. Confirm current rules through official sources before making financial commitments.

EXPLORE INSTITUTIONS

Start your university
research.

Examples are for general research only and do not represent an ACHS partnership or guaranteed programme availability.

  • Arizona State University
  • University of Illinois Chicago
  • University of South Florida
  • Oregon State University
  • University of Cincinnati
  • Colorado State University

Check current education and immigration information from EducationUSA, then verify details directly with the institution.

YOUR APPLICATION JOURNEY

Plan each step with
clarity.

Requirements differ by applicant and programme. Use this framework as a starting point, not a guaranteed admissions sequence.

  1. 01

    Discuss your goals

    Review your background, preferred field, budget and future direction.

  2. 02

    Compare suitable options

    Evaluate course content, entry requirements, location and total cost.

  3. 03

    Prepare documents

    Collect academic records, language evidence and programme-specific materials.

  4. 04

    Confirm offer and finances

    Read every condition and understand deposits, refunds and funding evidence.

  5. 05

    Follow official visa guidance

    Use current USA government information and provide complete, truthful documents.

START YOUR USA JOURNEY

Turn your questions into
a clear next step.

Contact ACHS to discuss programme availability, entry requirements, study costs and application planning for USA.

Contact admissions ↗Call 011 400 0335