The US is an academic hotspot, with several students opting to experience academic excellence. Did you know ~4,65,000 Indian students enrolled for US universities in 2022? If you are planning your higher academic journey in the US like several other students, you must know everything about the spring intake 2024. So, let’s dive in.

Key Highlights:

• Why should you study in the US?
• A quick insight into spring 2024 intake in the USA
• Benefits of spring intake in the USA 2024
• Timeline to prepare for the spring intake in the USA 2024
• Top universities for spring intake in the US
• Popular courses for January/Spring intake in the US

Why should you study in the US?

• The US is popular for all the conventional courses such as Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM), MBA and Finance, and non-conventional programs such as Music Production and Game Design.
• It offers academic excellence, with approximately 16 US universities appearing in the top 25 varsities as per The Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2023.
• After completing education, students can opt for Curricular Practical Training (CPT). CPT is completed before graduation, allowing them to work temporarily as interns or in Co-op programs. So, you can work part-time for 20 hours per week or full-time for more than 20 hours per week.
• The other opportunity they can explore is Optional Practical Training (OPT). In this program, students studying STEM courses can work full-time for 12 months in their respective study areas.

Benefits of spring intake in the USA 2024

• Spring intake is one of the most popular academic intakes in the US as it allows ample time to appear for all the competitive and language proficiency tests.
• Since the application begins around July, students can research and explore universities, courses, etc., to chalk out their study abroad journey.
• Students have higher chances of securing university seats due to less competition as compared to the fall intake.
• The smaller class sizes offer better teacher-student ratios.

Timeframe	What students need to do
Research February-March 2023	Explore the universities and courses Check the ranking of the universities using platforms such as Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), World University Rankings, and THE Rankings. Find the courses that align with your learning goals and career plans.
Prepare and appear for standardised exams as per university-specific requirements April-June 2023	Language proficiency tests such as: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Pearson Test of English (PTE) Duolingo English Test (DET) Competitive  exams such as: The Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) is designed exclusively for business management programs The Graduate Record Examination is for all graduate exams, including management studies
University application process July-August 2023	Apply to your desired universities by visiting their websites Applying to more than one varsity is advised to increase the chances of securing the university seat
Admission process September-October 2023	Keep track of notifications you will receive from your universities to know the status of your applications.
Apply for student visa and study loan for abroad studies November-December 2023	Keep all the documents ready Apply for a student visa Apply for an education loan
Course commencement January 2024 onwards	Pack your bags and get ready to fly to your host country! Be ready for rigorous coursework and new experiences.

 

Note: Many universities have waived the GRE/GMAT exams. So, please check the university-specific requirements.

Top universities for spring intake in the US

• Yale University
• Massachusetts Institute of Technology
• Florida International University
• University of South Carolina
• University of Chicago
• Boston University
• Colorado State University
• Cornell University   
• Arizona State University
• University of Florida
• Texas Tech University

Popular courses for January/Spring intake in the US

Data Science	Hospitality and Tourism Management	Bioengineering
Business Management	Business Analytics	Marketing
Finance	Computer Science	Statistics and Maths
Mechanical Engineering	Journalism	Visual and Performing Arts

So, with this information, you can start planning for your spring intake. If financial constraints are keeping you from achieving your academic aspirations, you can opt for a student loan. At Avanse Financial Services, we offer several benefits, such as quick loan sanctions and 100% finance, among others. If you want to know about the EMI calculator education loan, application and documentation process, please connect with us.