In fact, international students comprise approximately 4% of the total undergraduate US university and US college population, and 10% for US graduate school. These international students from every continent in the world choose to study in the US because they believe that a US education would afford them the best preparation for their future.

The United States is a popular study abroad destination for many reasons. Academically, it is a top choice because of the outstanding reputation of its institutions, the variety of educational opportunities it offers, the prevalence of cutting-edge technology and research in diverse fields and the supportive campus lifestyle found at many schools.

The United States is the premiere destination for international students from all over the world. The main advantages of higher education in the USA are as follows:

• The United States has more institutions of higher learning than any other country in the world.
•  One of the best things about studying in the USA is the vast number of academic options offered to students. It offers endless study options.
• A degree or certificate from a college or university is useless if it is not recognized by employers, other institutions or field authorities. It means the degree from the US colleges and universities is recognized worldwide.
• Because of the vast wealth of resources in America, the opportunities for practical training related to your field of study are vast.
• America is a melting pot of people from all over the world. One will find most Americans to be very hospitable, friendly, kind, generous and accepting of foreigners. Apart from education, international students get to interact with students from various countries and diverse cultures.
• Regardless of what degree a student chooses to pursue in school, he or she will have to use computers and other technologies in order to succeed. Many universities incorporate the latest technology into their curriculum, encouraging students to obtain proficiency before they go out into the workplace.
• Financial assistance is normally provided to international students, because pursuing higher education in the U.S. is expensive. Most of the universities financially support the international students either in the form of providing teaching or research assistantships.