How to Apply to US Universities (Step by Step Guide)

Hello everyone. You are reading this post on Opportunities Corners. In today’s article, we will talk about how to apply to US Universities. Many students want to go to the United States but they do not know the admission process, how to select a College or university, event they do not know about the Scholarships in USA, and how to apply for them. Because of this, a lot of students go to agents and get trapped in their schemes. Many agents charge alot of application fees. To help you, I want to show you a direct and easy way.

Dont do this Before Applying to US Universities (ALERT)

Dont Trap in Agent’s Schemes

Nowadays many agents are charging heavy amounts from students just for the promise that they will get admission to a U.S. University. They will fill out the fake application fee using Chat GPT, and copyrighted materials.

I am not saying that all agents are the same, but most of them will likely charge heavy fees. If you have all the documents like Language tests, educational certificates, Good academic records, recommendation letters, and everything in hand, then you can apply yourself. There is no need for an AGENT.

Mots US Universities Waived off GRE/IELTS

Most Universities in the USA waived off the GRE requirements for international students after COVID. They waive the requirement of TOEFL, and IELTS if you have completed your previous degree in English.

Steps to Apply in US Universities

I will tell you a very easy process, you can apply on your own and you don’t need any kind of help from any agent.

There are some application platforms where you can submit a Single Application for the US. Submit your essay, transcripts, and educational documents, and submit recommendation letters directly on these application platforms. With ONE click you can apply to many Universities in the USA.

I will tell you about some of the big Platforms with Demo.

1) Common App

Thousands of colleges and universities accept the Common App. The Common App is a standardized online application that allows students to apply to multiple colleges and universities at once. It has not only US-based universities but it has also European Universities and UK.

There is no fee. It is a completely free platform. In the application, they will even ask about your Financial details. If you are a national residing in Pakistan and earning Rupees, you do not need to pay even a university application fee.

• Link: https://www.commonapp.org/

2) State University of New York App (SUNY)

The State University of New York has 64 universities/colleges. If you make a profile on this platform then you can apply to New York State Universities with a single application.

• Link: https://www.suny.edu/

3) California State University (CSU)

All the universities of the entire state of California are included in California State University. It also has Stanford University as well. If you want to apply to the Universities located in California State then apply through https://www.calstate.edu/apply

One application opens infinite possibilities. Start your journey today.

4) QuestBridge

QuestBridge is very interesting. They not only give you admission but also give you a scholarship by matching. Suppose you want to apply to all the U.S. Universities and at the same time you also get a scholarship. QuestBridge will take care of everything.

QuestBridge partners with over 40 prestigious colleges and universities to offer full scholarships (covering tuition, room, board, and fees) to students who are admitted through their program.

• Link: https://www.questbridge.org/

5) Universal College Application

The Universal College Application is similar to the Common App. But there are fewer colleges and universities.

• Link: https://www.universalcollegeapp.com/

6) University of California

The University of California (UC) is a public university system in the state of California. It has Nine campuses. The UC system consists of nine world-class campuses located throughout California, including Berkeley, Los Angeles, San Diego, Santa Barbara, and others.

With one application you can apply in all 9 campuses.

• Link: https://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/

7) Apply Texas

ApplyTexas is a standardized online application platform used by many public universities in Texas State. It’s a convenient way for students to apply to multiple Texas public colleges and universities with a single application.

Link: https://www.applytexas.org/

Demo of Common App Application System

1. Visit the Website: https://www.commonapp.org/
2. Create an account first.
3. Select the status for example first-year student, or transfer student.
4. Fill in the personal information
5. Search the college. Once you add the college it will be under “My Colleges Tab”.
6. Open the College Tab and click on the university that you have selected.
7. And start filling out the application.

Some Popular Scholarships and Exchange Programs in USA

• USEFP Global UGRAD Program
• YSEALI Professional Fellows Program
• University of Hawaii ADB Scholarship
• USEFP Fulbright Scholar Program
• Mandela Washington Fellowship
• Karsh International Scholarship
• Knight Hennessy Scholarship
• Miami University Presidential Fellows Program
• University of Miami Stamps Scholarship