The United States has thousands of accredited colleges and universities renowned for quality, numerous programs of study, and flexibility to change fields of study and schools. The wide range of tuition and living costs makes the United States affordable for hundreds of thousands of international students each year. Whichever region you choose, you’re sure to find the right campus for you.
With a wide variety of areas of study as well as great diversity in the various campuses across the country, the United States is one of the most sought after places for higher education. In addition, there are many opportunities for financial aid and scholarship which would make it financially viable for more prospective students.
The cost of living differs from state to state and even from cities to cities. Most universities recommend to spend the first semester living on campus in the dorms as it will facilitate the transition and offer some perspective as to how much to budget for every month.
Please remember some expenses such as:
- Books
- Transportation fees
- Grocery shopping
- Electricity
- Health Insurance
- Leisure and utilities
- Rent
Embassy of the United States:
4th Floor, Rogers House, John Kennedy Avenue, P.O. Box 544, Port Louis Telephone: (230) 202 4400
Fax: (230) 208 9534
Email: usembass@intnet.mu
Mauritian Embassy – Washington, United States:
1709 N street, NW, Washington DC 20036, USA
Website: Click here
Telephone: 0201 202 244 1491/2 ; 0201 202 363 6792 ; 0201 202 237 2891
Fax: 0201 202 966 0983
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