Bachelor’s degree programs in USA
Introduction to Higher education in America
An American Bachelor’s (first) degree usually takes four years to complete. There are two major divisions in the type of school: public or private and college or university. A college offers only bachelor’s level degrees (BA/ BS), while a university is larger having both Bachelor’s degree programs and advanced degree programs for Master’s, Professional and Doctoral degrees. In addition, there are junior colleges which offer “associate degrees” in professional subject areas after about two years of work.
Public schools are organized at the state level, they often charge fees and tuition according to their prestige. Public schools come in university, college and junior college varieties.
Private schools and colleges are more expensive on average. They can be very large as Harvard University, which has a total population of 26,000 students, or very small like Marlboro College with only 250 students.
Usually the full price for a year at a private college or university can be over US$ 30,000. A less famous public school may still cost US$ 15,000 per year upwards. However you may be able to win independent scholarship or grant from local or international sources or some schools offer financial aid packages to help offset the cost of your schooling.
Applications to US colleges and universities generally require transcripts, several letters of recommendation from teachers, a personal essay of about a page, and some exams.
The most commonly required exam, accepted by almost all US schools is SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test). It is a general ‘ability’ test with sections in mathematics, vocabulary, and writing. This is given several times a year. The test can be retaken if you are unsatisfied with your performance.
The basic SAT, also known as the SAT-I, recently changed its format. There are also SAT-II tests, short subject-specific tests in fields from Biology to Art History to French. SAT-IIs are not usually a requirement for admission, but they help show your achievements to your school of choice.
For details of these tests (including dates and costs), test study materials, and information about school choices and admission process can be obtained from United States- Sri Lanka Fulbright Commission. This site contains FAQs on admission requirements, estimated expenses for one Academic year and types of Higher education Institutes in USA.
For more details Contact
Ms Nelum Senadira, Student Advisor,
United States- Sri Lanka Fulbright Commission,
7, Flower Terrace, Colombo 7
011-2564176
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To Rangan and Harsha
Go to Fulbright web site for information on USA masters and PhD programs.
http://www.fulbrightsrilanka.com/?page_id=612
Dear Sir!
I’m currently 3rd year undergraduate student in University of Moratuwa.I’m following BSc(Hons) in Electrical Engineering degree course.I know this is too early to ask such a question.but after completing my 4 year degree program I’m willing to go USA for my higher Education!(only USA).I have no idea what so ever right now!So can you please send some details to get some idea about the procedure as soon as possible!
Thanx
ranganafox@gmail.com
rangana-0715108434
Dear Sir,
I’m an undergraduate in a government university right now & I’m hoping to continue ma higher studies in environmental Chemistry soon after the completion of the Bsc degree. I was finding for a local university which is conducting this course & unfortunately I couldn’t find. there fore I thought of applying for a schollership in US or Europe. Please kindly guide me the way in order to make ma goal a reality.I would be very grateful to you, if you would enlighten me on this.
many thanks
Harsha Perera
harsha.pereraka@gmail.com
Dear Sir / Madam
I’m Amali Gunawardena from Colombo,SRI LANKA
I’m final year Marketing Student of University of Sri Jayewardenepura (Class of 2011).I’m following B.Sc.Marketing Management (special)degree & maintaining a Second Upper Degree Level.I hope with this final year results i could be able to achieve First Class Degree.
For the sake of Sri Lanka free education system i was able to do my studies at the best.I got 9A’s and 1B for my O/L (B for Dancing) and 3A’s for A/L.
I’m a student with good academic and extra curricular activities.I was a Head Prefect of my School.
As a Marketing student I’m quiet interesting in studying Marketing.But the thing is my interests are being restricted by my economic conditions.Although I would prefer to follow MBA or CIM course after my degree (December 2011) I’m having a financial pressure.
So I would like to Study my MBA in USA.Hence I would prefer to have any scholarships that will give by any Universities in 2012 as I’m having a little bit of financial pressure.
Waiting a positive response from you.
Your support in this regard is highly appreciated and thanked in advanced.
Thanking You
Yours Sincerely
Amali
Email: gunawardenaama@gmail.com
amali.gunawardena@yahoo.com
Hi..
I am a final year student at University Of Peradeniya in Computation & Management (Bsc.) degree program. After completing the degree my expectation to follow a MBA in business research and then move to my P.H.D. My interested area in OM in Multicultural business environment or, IB in Multicultural business environment. I have completed the ABE -U.K in Business management along with two HRM diplomas and foundation levels of both CIMA & CIM. And at University I am maintaining a G.P.A of 3.00 (Second class). Could anyone please guide me with a scholarship program which I can apply.
Thanks.
Rathanajothi- Goto Fullbright scholarship commission and get details on study in USA
i like go to USA for study.if you can please help to me.
To whom it may concern,
I’m planning on moving to New York, cause ma sister is a green card holder and my Brother in Law is a citizen In the USA along wit his family..I’m actually into business Management & HRM…but I just want to know if my sister could sponsor me for my higher education,as she’s a green card holder.also i wanted to know the Uni in yonkers,NY that offers business management and HRM…
It would be great if anyone could keep me posted on the links or sites of the universities that offer BM & HRM around Yonkers,NY
or feel free to inbox me on faazil_fareez@hotmail.com
Thanks and regards,
Gavin
Kasun
I’m a student of Institute of Technology University of Moratuwa studying a diploma of Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering (NDT).I’m in the 2nd year out of 3 years. I want to go to my degree level in USA without spending last year of my diploma. Due to financial problems, Could you please inform me that is there any scholarship opportunities to complete a degree in USA?
Thank you.
@k.susiprasanna – If you already got BSc, why do you want to do it again in USA. Do GRE and TOEFEL and apply for PhD/ psot-graduate program in USA university.
hello sir
i have finished my B.Sc in physical science[general degree]
if i come to USA to get a first degree in America, how much of exception in subjects i will get? how long i have to study to get a first degree in USA?
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am a graduate and have qualified, For the BA (Special Degree
in Geography, Batchelor of Arts, University of Colombo) and
have reached the standard required for “first class (HON).” Plz give the chance to go and study in USA..
Thankyou
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am a graduate and have qualified, For the BA (Special Degree
in Geography, Batchelor of Arts, University of Colombo) and
have reached the standard required for “first class (HON).”
Dear sir,
this year i did my A/L in Commerce.i want to get a Computer science Digree,I want to study in America with part time.Plz help me sir….Plz…This is my contact nu:+94343305850.sir..cn u give me your contact nu?Plz help me sir…
ther are lots of countries that need financial aid these days coz some countries are too lazy to help themselves;;;
@Chathura – Please visit Fulbright commission, Colombo 7 for details on USA higher education.
i’m studing mechanical engineering diploma (NDT) in university of moratuw .i’m in the 2nd year out of 3years.i want to get the degree .is there any oppertunities to get the degree in USA without spending Diploma time in USA.how much will it cost,we are not soo rich
thanks
hai Ludmi,
am mayuran, i did my U.G In Bangalore University (BCA).
i would like to do MBA In International Marketing In USA. i spent much money for my U.G, so am expecting scholarship offer for my masters. one of my cousin also working in USA IT field. my be that is advantage to get my visa. ill give my mail I.D,
bcamayu26@gmail.com
Am expecting good guidance in Srilanka to prepare documentation
Regards,
Mayuran
Financial Aid is much needed these days because of global economic recession.~,`
Dear pusweswala, Please contact Fulbright Scholarship commission for details on USA post-graduate programs.
hello im from Sri Lanka and a sstudent studying Bsc degree at a Government University. After my degree i would like to do my Masters in a US university. how can i do it? I know i have to pass tofel or Ielts. what amount of money i should have??? Can u please send me the information?? thank you very much madam/
I did the A/L exam last year in the maths stream and got 3 ‘A’s. I will start my degree program in engineering this year at the university of moratuwa. In addition I did SAT-1 because I’d like to study in U.S. What are my chances of getting a scholarship?
I’m in the second semester of my degree program (Software engineering) following at Informatics Institute of Technology in collaboration with Westminister University(UK).But I like to transfer this degree to USA.Is this possible?
I am a graduate in IT ( 4 year degree). I am interested to earn a degree in Film Making/Production in U.S.(Preferably in CA)
Is there any financial aid/Scholarships.
Sometimes programs does not say what exactly “Transport and Logistics”, come online, we have over 80 graduate programs and over 160 undergraduate programs. Check them online and you should be able to get a clear idea.
You can also email me at, ludmi.herath@mnsu.edu or visit the Fulbright Commission in Colombo 7.
Ludmi Herath
International Student Recruitment and Retention Specialist
I’m a under graduate student who r following transport and logistics degree.can i come to US and continue it.Is it available in US
Hello Lahiru
Let me know your email and we can talk about helping you to select an institution and about your courses. First you must take TOEFL or IELTS exam. We need 500 or better in the paper based in TOEFL or 5.5 or better in IELTS. We also give scholarships for International students. The easiest way is, go and see Ms. Nelum at the Fulbright Commission. She will provide you with information on U.S Institutions. You can directly contact me as well. I am the International Student Recruiter at Minnesota State University Mankato.
Hoping to hear from you. Email or call to ludmi.herath@mnsu.edu
or
(507)-389-5395
Im after a/l and i would like come to the us for my further edu.i did toefl and i selected to the college.plz let me know what are the things i should bring to the visa interview.
Dear Sri Lankan students!
Interested in studying in the U.S? Tired of A/L and not getting the enough scores to enter University. I am here to help you to enrol at an U.S institution. We give In-State tuition scholarships and other Departmental scholarhips. Many Sri Lankan students work and study. This is your opportunity to study in U.S. It is not hard anymore to come to U.S. I provide you FREE information and advise. You do not have thousands of Rupees to Agents who make money by giving you information, which I can give you FREE. We can chat, communicate all you want. I am here to HELP students all the way. I will save you the money which others pay for agents. Private Agents do the samething I do but I do for FREE. Contact me for more information. Let me help you. If I am not helping you the way you want, then pay and go to those agents. Good luck in your search! Contact me for more details. Have a great day:)
Ludmi Herath
International Student Recruitment & Retention Specialist
International Center
Minnesota State University Mankato
Mankato, MN 56001
(507)389-6592(phone)
ludmi.herath@mnsu.edu