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Study With Us
The U.S. Department of State Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs encourages high school graduates and professionals from Central Asia to consider the plethora of higher education and professional advancement opportunities in the United States.
About
This website is a resource for potential students and their families to better understand the U.S. higher education system, the process of applying, and information to help transition to the United States academic culture.
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Higher Education in the United States
There are many benefits of studying in the United States whether in a degree or non-degree program.
Culture and Lifestyle
American geography and the diversity of cultures can be experienced as an international student and member of a U.S. university community.
Application Process
Exploring potential study areas, comparing universities characteristics, choosing where to apply, completing components of applications, and preparing for travel!
U.S. Geography
Prospective students should consider climate, population density, cost of living, and local culture when choosing where to study since these features will impact their U.S. study experience.
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Funding
Studying in the United States can be expensive. However, there are merit-based scholarships, fellowships, assistantships, grants, and scholarships that international students could be eligible to receive.
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Testimonials
![Sabira](https://www.studywithusca.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Sabira-Duishebaeva.jpg)
The computer science department here is very supportive. They always push you toward succeeding in everything. I also like the fact that we have a small number of students in class—no more than 30, usually. The professors are always reachable. They’re always supportive. You can always ask for advice.
from Kyrgyzstan
![Arai student](https://www.studywithusca.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Arai-Sheraly-3-2.jpg)
I think the most essential part was that I was having an English-speaking environment. I met so many people from other countries. It was not just study. It was learning other mentalities and learning other cultures. I was assimilating all these things.
from Kazakhstan
![Alyia](https://www.studywithusca.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Alyia-Yabekova-3.jpg)
When they choose their university, it’s amazing to talk to a person, an alum from that university that actually went through the same experience that they’re going to go through. They will have so many valuable tips—like information that you wouldn’t be able to find online or it will take you forever to find online.
from Kazakhstan
![Isman](https://www.studywithusca.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Isman-Dayirov-4.jpg)
Living and studying in the United States gave me a lot of lifelong experiences that shapes me as a person who I want to be in the future. I have learned to be more responsible for the decisions I make in life. Also, [it] teaches you how to become more independent since you start to analyze your personal financial expenses, such as rent, utilities and bills, groceries, and a lot more.
from Kyrgyzstan