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Study in USA

The world's largest university system — unmatched research funding, assistantships and up to three years of STEM work authorisation (OPT).

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4,000 + Universities & colleges
1–3 yrs OPT (STEM up to 3 yrs)
20 hrs On-campus work per week
3 Intakes — Fall, Spring, & Summer

Why study in USA?

Largest, most flexible system

Over 4,000 institutions let you switch majors, minor and tailor your degree like nowhere else.

Funding & assistantships

Scholarships, graduate assistantships and research funding can significantly cut your costs.

OPT work authorisation

Work up to 12 months after graduation — extended to three years for STEM fields.

World-leading research

Deep industry links and research funding open doors to global careers.

Popular courses for Bangladeshi students

High-demand, well-funded fields for Bangladeshi students in 2026:

Computer Science Engineering Business & Analytics Data Science Health Sciences Finance Biotechnology

Qualifications & duration

QualificationDurationEntry after
Associate / Community college2 yearsHSC / O-Levels
Bachelor's degree4 yearsHSC / A-Levels
Master's degree1.5–2 yearsBachelor's degree
PhD / Research4–6 yearsBachelor's / Master's

Tuition & living costs

ExpenseTypical rangeApprox. BDT
Bachelor's tuition / year$20,000 – $45,000৳24.5–55.2 lakh
Master's tuition / year$20,000 – $50,000৳24.5–61.4 lakh
Living costs / year$15,000 – $25,000৳18.4–30.7 lakh
SEVIS fee$350৳42.9 thousand
Visa (MRV) fee$185৳22.7 thousand
Visa Integrity Fee (new, at issuance)$250৳30.7 thousand

Indicative 2026 figures — your counsellor prepares an exact, written cost plan for your shortlisted universities.

Admission requirements

Academic transcripts & certificates (SSC, HSC, Bachelor's as applicable)
IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL 80 (varies by university)
SAT / GRE / GMAT where required by the programme
Form I-20 from your university (issued after admission)
Proof of funds covering the full first year
Statement of Purpose and valid passport

F-1 Student visa — step by step

1

Free assessment & shortlist

We evaluate your profile and shortlist realistic universities and funded options in writing.

2

Apply & receive admission + I-20

AGI prepares your applications; on admission the university issues your Form I-20.

3

Pay SEVIS fee & complete DS-160

We guide the SEVIS I-901 payment and your DS-160 visa application form.

4

Prepare financials & documents

Our counsellors structure your proof of funds and interview documents correctly.

5

Attend the visa interview

We coach you for your F-1 interview at the US Embassy in Dhaka and check your document set.

6

Visa grant & pre-departure

Approval in hand, you attend our pre-departure briefing — flights and housing sorted.

Intakes & when to apply

Spring (January)Second intake — apply by August–September
Summer (May)Limited courses — apply by December–January

Frequently asked questions

Enough to cover the full first year of tuition plus living costs shown on your I-20. Scholarships and assistantships count. Note a new US$250 Visa Integrity Fee also applies at visa issuance from FY 2026, on top of the US$350 SEVIS and US$185 MRV fees. Your counsellor confirms the exact figure and checks your sponsor documents.

Optional Practical Training lets you work in your field for up to 12 months after graduation — extended by 24 months (three years total) for eligible STEM degrees.

Yes — many master's and PhD students receive scholarships, graduate assistantships or research funding. We help you target universities where funding is realistic for your profile.

Know your course, university and funding, and bring a complete, honest document set. We run mock interviews so you walk in confident.

Students we placed in USA

“The F-1 interview prep was a mock interview, not a pep talk. Three rounds with my counsellor — the real one at the embassy felt easy by comparison.”

SC
Shafin Chowdhury
MS Computer Science · Arizona State University · Aug 2025 intake