Home to Harvard, MIT and Stanford alongside 4,000+ universities — with CPT, OPT and STEM OPT work opportunities for eligible students.
| Universities | Home to 4,000+ institutions |
| Popular intakes | Fall (Aug) · Spring (Jan) · Summer (May) |
| Work — during studies | On-campus, up to 20 hrs/week |
| CPT | Paid internship tied to your program, while studying |
| OPT | Up to 12 months work after graduation |
| STEM OPT | Extension available for eligible STEM graduates |
15 featured partner universities, from Ivy League research institutions to career-focused private universities.
| Community Colleges | USD 8,000–18,000/yr |
| Public Universities | USD 18,000–35,000/yr |
| Private Universities | USD 30,000–60,000/yr |
| Accommodation, food, transport & utilities | USD 900–2,000/month |
Most universities accept IELTS, TOEFL, PTE or Duolingo, and some offer English proficiency waivers based on their own policies.
Yes — F-1 visa holders may generally work up to 20 hours/week on campus during academic sessions, and full-time during authorised breaks.
Curricular Practical Training lets eligible students gain paid, program-related work experience while still studying.
Optional Practical Training lets eligible graduates work in the USA for up to 12 months after completing their studies, with a STEM OPT extension available for eligible STEM graduates.
Yes — many universities accept gap years if properly justified with supporting documentation.