Studying in UK and the USA are, of course, the most pursued study abroad destinations among International Student community. This is due to a lot of attributes like quality of education and research facilities, international exposure, infrastructure and technology and cosmopolitan campus.
More than the half of top 200 educational institutions in the world are in the United States of America and in the United Kingdom according to Times Higher Education Global Rankings. Studying in United Kingdom and the Studying in US of America shares a strong and rich heritage in terms of quality of education, outstanding research infrastructure and an intellectual and scholarly community. Since both offer a great educational environment there are even then numerous differences in the levels of the university and in student life in between 2 nations.
Eligibility/Requirements
United States
You must have finished 12 years in your school for applying to undergrad (UG) programs. If you want to be admitted, you will attend the SAT test.
You require 16 years of education for postgrad (PG) programs. This corresponds to twelve years of schooling and 4 years in your Under Graduation. But, as most Indian universities offer undergrad level degree for 3 years taught at UG level for three years, you may have to consider another year to cover the gap. Many colleges in the US can still recognize your three years' graduation, but the situation is uncommon. Unless you learn from the leading Indian university. You must attend the GMAT and the GRE tests to obtain admission in management courses and STEM courses.
You may need a few years' working experience in the case of MBA.
United Kingdom
The top universities in the United Kingdom require 13 years of school education to study for under graduate programme. The law has been changed recently and CBSE plus two credentials for UG course entry is now recognised by the British universities.
Upon completion of a 3-year UG programme, you can be admitted to a Post Graduate course. You ought to show for GMAT to obtain entry to management courses in some universities. You do not need to take the GRE test for STEM courses so consult first with the university.
Duration of US degree vs. US degree
A United Kingdom bachelor's degree is usually of 3 years, one year for a typical postgraduate degree and 3 years for PhD. In contrast, US degrees has a higher duration with 4 years for undergrad, 2 years for postgrad degree and 5 years for PhD. You can thus finish your studies more quickly and get a job when you study in UK.
PSW (Post-Study Work) Visa
You cannot stay in the United States for no longer than 1 year without a proper designated job offer after your graduation, while you have a chance of staying for 2 years in the United Kingdom with the reintroduction of post-study work visa. This gives you an increased opportunity for international students to recover some of the costs of education and find permanent jobs in the UK.
Courses Offered.
While there the UK has lesser universities than in America in numbers, there are a wide variety of courses in Studying in UK, including unique courses such as Applied Golf Management, Stand-up master’s degree programme, Harry Potter Studies, Mummies Study & Parapsychology.
Fees and costs for living
University tuition fees are generally lower in the UK than in the USA for the same class of universities. In the United Kingdom cost of living are lesser as the duration of the degrees are shorter.
Life of Student
Studying in UK offers more culturally diverse environment for International students than the United States, offering more global exposure. British dorm life, sporting activities and clubs, pub crawls, theaters and cultural events are entertaining for students.
It is important to keep in mind that your views are as diverse beyond the college as they are. It is always important to find a social life ideal for you. The university in Britain looks incorporated into the city. When the college life in the US is usually focused on the campus, the city may feel more like an extension of uni.
No SAT
Wow, such a blessing! What a treat! You no longer need to be concerned about your SAT score. Such scores are not a criterion for the UK
University to participate. Most colleges across the United States rely on these values.
The Uni Parties
Prom nights, quiz, match activity, and many more are a lot cooler than any house party. When you are Studying in the United Kingdom, you can enjoy the whole academic year on and off campus. You can get intoxicated and relax with your friends. After a major day of lectures, the University also organizes free booze on campus isn’t that cool? You don't have to prepare to combat the day's heat for your night.
Cultural Experience
British life and society has a fascinating history and heritage, a famous scenery, a raging pub scenario, classical British brunch, and popular fish chips, are completely unique. During your residence, there is a further benefit to exploring Europe easily.
