{"id":51907,"date":"2023-04-27T08:37:00","date_gmt":"2023-04-27T08:37:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eres.com\/blog\/%e5%a6%82%e4%bd%95-apply-to-a-u-s-university-as-an-international-student\/"},"modified":"2026-09-15T07:49:45","modified_gmt":"2026-09-15T07:49:45","slug":"%e5%a6%82%e4%bd%95-apply-to-a-u-s-university-as-an-international-student","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eres.com\/ru\/blog\/%e5%a6%82%e4%bd%95-apply-to-a-u-s-university-as-an-international-student\/","title":{"rendered":"\u5982\u4f55 Apply to A U.S. University As an International Student"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"51907\" class=\"elementor elementor-51907 elementor-34728\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5a26c83 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"5a26c83\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5a22530 ls_blog_content elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5a22530\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Applying to a university \u5728\u7f8e\u56fd as an international student can seem like a daunting process, but with the right guidance, it can be a rewarding experience.<\/p>\n<p>However, navigating the complex process of applying to a U.S. university requires careful planning and attention to detail, especially when it comes to credential evaluation. International students must have their academic records evaluated by a\u00a0credential evaluation service \u5728\u7f8e\u56fd\u00a0to ensure they meet the admission \u8981\u6c42 of their chosen universities.<\/p>\n<p>Currently, there are over 1 million international students are enrolled in U.S. universities, with approximately 298,705 new international students enrolling in the year 2023-2024, which matches the pre-pandemic levels.<\/p>\n<p>Nearly half of them are in California, New York, Texas, Massachusetts, and Florida. These students usually come from China, followed by India, with students from over 200 countries studying in the U.S. According to a survey, the largest numbers of international students are enrolled in New York University, Northeastern University, and Columbia University.<\/p>\n<p>In this blog post, we&#8217;ll provide a comprehensive \u6307\u5357 on \u5982\u4f55 apply for a university \u5728\u7f8e\u56fd for international students. Here are the \u6b65\u9aa4 involved in applying to a U.S. university as an international student:<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-86b1efa blog-details e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"86b1efa\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6f35238 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"6f35238\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f51c9af elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"f51c9af\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Step 1 \u2013 Research Universities and Programs\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a9294e4 ls_blog_content elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a9294e4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Before you begin the application process, you need to research universities and programs that fit your interests, goals, and academic background. You can use online resources to research universities and programs, including university websites, rankings, and reviews. Consider factors such as location, size, reputation, academic programs, costs, and student life.<\/p>\n<p>International students can also use the <a href=\"https:\/\/education.eres.com\/\">ERES Evaluation Navigator<\/a> as a resource when researching U.S. \u6559\u80b2 options, academic pathways, and credential-related information before narrowing down their university choices.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4b81ef2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"4b81ef2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Step 2 \u2013 Check Eligibility and \u8981\u6c42\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-20df763 ls_blog_content elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"20df763\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>After researching universities and programs, you need to check the <a href=\"https:\/\/eres.com\/blog\/how-to-get-selected-in-a-usa-university\/\">eligibility and requirements<\/a> for international students. Each university has its own \u8981\u6c42, so be sure to check each university\u2019s website or contact their international admissions office. Some \u8981\u6c42 that international students may need to fulfill include English proficiency, standardized tests, <a href=\"https:\/\/eres.com\/blog\/evaluating-foreign-transcripts\/\">transcripts evaluation<\/a>, and financial support.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-71ab021 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"71ab021\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Step 3 \u2013 Complete Credential Evaluation\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f054334 ls_blog_content elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f054334\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>One of the most important \u6b65\u9aa4 in applying to a U.S. university as an international student is getting your academic credentials evaluated. U.S. universities require international students to submit academic credentials, including transcripts and diplomas, to evaluate their equivalency to U.S. degrees.<\/p>\n<p>This is important because U.S. universities require applicants to have completed a certain level of \u6559\u80b2 to be eligible for admission, and academic credentials evaluation helps universities determine whether international students meet their eligibility \u8981\u6c42.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re unsure how your international \u6559\u80b2 may compare with U.S. standards before ordering a full evaluation, an ERES <a href=\"https:\/\/eres.com\/ru\/%d0%bf%d1%80%d0%b5%d0%b4%d0%b2%d0%b0%d1%80%d0%b8%d1%82%d0%b5%d0%bb%d1%8c%d0%bd%d0%b0%d1%8f-%d0%be%d1%86%d0%b5%d0%bd%d0%ba%d0%b0\/\">Pre-Evaluation<\/a> can provide preliminary guidance on your credentials and possible U.S. equivalency.<\/p>\n<p>Various types of\u00a0credential evaluation services\u00a0are available to international students applying to study in the U.S. The most common types are\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/eres.com\/blog\/document-by-document-vs-course-by-course-evaluation\/\">course-by-course evaluation and document-by-document evaluation<\/a>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">A\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/eres.com\/blog\/what-is-course-by-course-evaluation\/\">course-by-course evaluation<\/a>\u00a0provides a detailed evaluation of each course taken by the student, including course content, credit hours, and grades received. This evaluation is typically required for admission to an undergraduate program, and it helps universities determine which transfer credits they will accept.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">A document-by-document evaluation involves the evaluation of each academic document, including diplomas, transcripts, and certificates, without a detailed breakdown of individual courses. This type of evaluation is typically required for graduate programs and \u4e13\u4e1a\u4eba\u58eb \u8bb8\u53ef, and it is less expensive than a course-by-course evaluation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>ERES is a trusted and accredited credential evaluation service that can help you with the process.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/eres.com\/qa\/documentation-requirements\">Essential documents<\/a> include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Diploma or degree certificates<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Proof of English language proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo)<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Standardized test scores (SAT, ACT for undergrad; GRE, GMAT for graduate)<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Letters of recommendation<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Statement of purpose\/Personal essays<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Financial documentation<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Valid passport copy<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Resume\/CV (for graduate programs)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7d0b48a elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"7d0b48a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Step 4 \u2013 Complete and Submit the Application\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-403cbf1 ls_blog_content elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"403cbf1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Once you have identified the universities and programs you want to apply to, you must complete and submit the application. Most universities have an online application process, which you can access through their website. You will typically need to provide personal information, academic background, test scores, essays, and recommendation letters. Pay attention to the application deadlines and ensure you submit your application on time.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1917546 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"1917546\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Step 5 \u2013 Apply for Scholarships and Financial Aid\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e44e91c ls_blog_content elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e44e91c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Studying \u5728\u7f8e\u56fd can be expensive, so it\u2019s important to research scholarships and financial aid opportunities available to international students. Many universities offer scholarships and financial aid for international students, which can cover tuition, fees, and living expenses. You can find information about scholarships and financial aid on university websites or by contacting the financial aid office.<\/p>\n<p><b>Cost of Studying in USA for International Students<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Understanding the financial investment is crucial for planning your \u6559\u80b2 \u5728\u7f8e\u56fd.<\/p>\n<p>Tuition Fees (Annual)<\/p>\n<p>Undergraduate Programs:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Community Colleges: $6,000 &#8212; $20,000<\/li>\n<li>Public Universities (out-of-state): $24,000 &#8212; $35,000<\/li>\n<li>Private Universities: $35,000 &#8212; $55,000<\/li>\n<li>Ivy League\/Elite Universities: $55,000 &#8212; $65,000<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Graduate Programs:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Public Universities: $20,000 &#8212; $40,000<\/li>\n<li>Private Universities: $30,000 &#8212; $60,000<\/li>\n<li>MBA Programs: $40,000 &#8212; $75,000 per year<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Living Expenses (Annual)<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Housing: $10,000 &#8212; $18,000 (varies by location and type)<\/li>\n<li>Food: $3,000 &#8212; $6,000<\/li>\n<li>Transportation: $1,000 &#8212; $2,500<\/li>\n<li>Books and Supplies: $1,000 &#8212; $1,500<\/li>\n<li>Personal Expenses: $2,000 &#8212; $3,000<\/li>\n<li>Health Insurance: $1,500 &#8212; $3,000 (mandatory)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Total Estimated Annual Costs<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Budget Option (Community College): $20,000 &#8212; $30,000<\/li>\n<li>Public University: $35,000 &#8212; $55,000<\/li>\n<li>Private University: $50,000 &#8212; $75,000<\/li>\n<li>Elite\/Ivy League: $70,000 &#8212; $85,000<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Note: Costs vary significantly based on location. Urban areas like New York City, Boston, San Francisco, and Los Angeles have higher living costs compared to smaller cities and rural areas.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fe30ca1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"fe30ca1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Step 6 \u2013 Apply for a Student Visa\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9ed5092 ls_blog_content elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9ed5092\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>After you have been accepted into a U.S. university, you need to apply for a student visa. The type of visa you need depends on the program of study, so be sure to check the U.S. embassy or consulate website for the most up-to-date information. You will typically need to provide your passport, visa application form, photo, SEVIS fee receipt, and other documents as required by the embassy or consulate.<\/p>\n<p><b>Visa Policy Changes:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Interview Waiver Removal:<\/b> As of September 2, 2025, the dropbox facility (interview waiver) has been removed for F-1 student visas, requiring in-person interviews for most applicants<\/li>\n<li><b>Proposed Duration Limits:<\/b> A proposed rule introduced in August 2025 would limit F-1 visa validity to a maximum of four years (instead of duration of status), requiring extensions for longer programs<\/li>\n<li><b>Enhanced Vetting:<\/b> Increased screening measures have been implemented for certain student visa categories, particularly in critical technology fields<\/li>\n<li><b>SEVP \u8ba4\u8bc1:<\/b> Some universities have faced SEVP \u8ba4\u8bc1 reviews, emphasizing \u4e86\u89e3\u2026\u2026\u7684\u91cd\u8981\u6027 verifying institutional approval status<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-18d70e6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"18d70e6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Step 7 \u2013 Prepare for Departure\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dbbf325 ls_blog_content elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"dbbf325\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Once you have received your student visa, you can start preparing for your departure to the \u7f8e\u56fd. You need to make travel arrangements, such as booking a flight and finding housing. You should also research the <a href=\"https:\/\/eres.com\/blog\/cultural-challenges-for-international-students-in-the-usa\/\">culture<\/a>, customs, and laws of the \u7f8e\u56fd to prepare yourself for the transition.<\/p>\n<p><b>Policy Changes:<\/b><\/p>\n<p>International students should be aware of several significant policy changes:<\/p>\n<p><b>Application Process Updates<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Virtual Interviews:<\/b> Many universities now offer virtual interview options for international applicants<\/li>\n<li><b>Digital Documentation:<\/b> Increasing acceptance of digital transcripts and electronic credential evaluations<\/li>\n<li><b>Rolling Admissions:<\/b> More institutions are adopting flexible application deadlines for international students<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c0ab7e3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"c0ab7e3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Empower Your Academic Journey with ERES\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6d904e4 ls_blog_content elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6d904e4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Now that you know \u5982\u4f55 study in America as an international student, you can start your journey today. Following these \u6b65\u9aa4 and getting help from trusted sources such as ERES can make the process easier and increase your chances of getting accepted into a U.S. university.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/eres.com\/ru\/%d0%ba%d0%be%d0%bd%d1%82%d0%b0%d0%ba%d1%82%d1%8b\/\">Contact ERES<\/a>\u00a0for reliable credential evaluation and other services that can help you with your application to study in America as an international student.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Applying to a university \u5728\u7f8e\u56fd as an international student can seem like a daunting process, but with the right guidance, it can be a rewarding experience. However, navigating the complex process of applying to a U.S. university requires careful planning and attention to detail, especially when it comes to credential evaluation. 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