The costs to study in the USA for Indian Students include accommodation, food, travel, study materials, and fees. A tabulation of the average cost of education in the USA is highlighted below:

Cost of Attending University in the United States

The United States has both public and private universities, with tuition fees being the primary expense for higher education. Public or State Universities have cheaper tuition rates than Private Universities. Higher education costs will also vary according to the degree pursued, and the institution attended. International students studying in the United States can tentatively expect a cost of between $25,000 and $45,000 per year in tuition and living expenses.

Tuition Fees at Public Universities

One of the highest and initial costs of studying in the USA is tuition. The cost of study in the USA varies depending on several variables, including the course taken, the kind of degree program, the type of university, etc.

Compared to Public Universities, private universities have higher tuition fees but note that they are worth every penny. Tuition fees are the same for all students (for native as well as international students).

Course Level	Avg. Annual Tuition Fee
Bachelor in US	Public Universities 8,000 - 35,000 USD /year
Masters in US	10,000 - 35,000 USD /year
Bachelor in US	Private Universities 25,000 - 50,000 USD /year
Masters in US	22,000 - 55,000 USD /year

 

Cost of Living in the United States

The average cost of living in the United States is roughly $1,500 per month or $10,000 per year. This includes your lodging, meals, transportation, publications, apparel suited for the season, and leisure activities. Let's look at the living costs and expenses in the USA: 

Expenses	Average Yearly / Monthly Cost
Books and Study Material	$900 - $2,000 per year
Travel	$300 - $700 per year
Accommodation	$9,800 - $11,100 per year
Electricity	$100 - $150 per month
Food	On campus: $250 per month Off-campus: $400 - $600 per month
Phone Subscription	$50 per month
Home Internet	$45 - $50 per month
Health Insurance	$700 - $1,100 per year
Clothes	$500 per year
Water, Trash, and Sewer	$50 - $75 per month