Bachelors Degree in the US
Everything you need to know about pursuing your bachelors degree in the US
WHAT WILL YOU LEARN???
- What subjects to get a degree in and what concentrations are trending well.
- What research options you have.
- Is the U.S. degree recognized in India and other countries?
- What options are available for scholarship and funding. Can you get a scholarship later if not for first year?
- Which states in the US should you consider living in. How is the safety and living expenses?
- What employ-ability options exist during after finishing your education?
- Learn about OPT, CPT, Internship, On-campus jobs. How to think about H1-B visa post education.
Your Instructor
Patriek Karayil was the former Vice President for U.S. News Global Education - the international arm of the U.S. News Rankings organization. In that capacity he has engaged with 100s of U.S universities, counseled over 5000 students, and being part of the engagement with U.S. Embassies and consulates. Prior to that, he collaborated with over 20+ top ranked U.S. universities on their admissions and enrollment.
Patriek has a Bachelors degree in Computer Science from ASU, and an MBA from MIT. He was an international student from India on an F-1 Visa, who then worked in the U.S. on an H-1B, before attaining his permanent residency and eventual citizenship. Patriek is considered as one of the foremost experts in U.S. Education for international students.
Course Curriculum
Section 1 - Orientation and Key Information
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PreviewWelcome Video (1:19)
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StartWhy the US education system is right for you (2:12)
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StartInternational students from India - Numbers, Subjects, Geography (2:58)
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StartWhat is most important research item that you should do (2:15)
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StartMyths and Misinformation about Studying Bachelors in the US - Scholarships (2:58)
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StartMyths and Misinformation about Studying Bachelors in the US - Cost (3:21)
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StartCPT and Research Opportunities (1:10)
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StartSafety and Security_r1 (3:35)
Section 2 - Curriculum Selection
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StartLet’s talk about Curriculum, Courses, Credit Hours (4:12)
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StartMajor, Minor, and Double Major (4:24)
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StartWhat should I get my degree in- Part 1- STEM vs Non-STEM (3:57)
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StartWhat should should I get my degree in- Part 2- What’s hot in the market (1:42)
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StartWhat should should I get my degree in- Part 3- What kind of companies are sponsoring H1-B visas (2:17)
Section 3 - Subject Selection
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StartExploring certain subject areas - Part 1 - Medical Field (6:39)
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StartExploring certain subject areas - Part 2 - Aerospace - Aeronautical Engineering (3:41)
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StartExploring certain subject areas - Part 3 - Computer Science (1:58)
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StartExploring certain subject areas - Part 4 - Engineering (1:28)
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StartExploring certain subject areas - Part 5 - Business Degree (2:37)
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StartExploring certain subject areas - Part 6 - Biology (1:38)
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StartExploring certain subject areas - Part 7 - Psychology (2:41)
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StartExploring certain subject areas - Part 8 - Architecture (2:40)
Section 4 - Framework for University Selection
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StartA Framework to Selecting Universities (2:00)
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StartA Framework to Selecting Universities - Criteria 1- Rankings (1:38)
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StartA Framework to Selecting Universities - Criteria 2- Course offering (1:38)
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StartA Framework to Selecting Universities - Criteria 3- Cost-Price (1:32)
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StartA Framework to Selecting Universities - Criteria 4- Location (5:47)
Section 5 - University Selection
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StartHow to pick the university to Enroll in (3:16)
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StartUniversity Selection for Application - Part A (7:39)
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StartUniversity Selection for Application - Part B (9:52)
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StartUniversity Selection for Application - Part C (10:17)
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StartUniversity Selection for Application - Part D (9:24)
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StartUniversity Selection for Application - Part E (11:17)
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StartUniversity Selection for Application - Major focused (10:19)
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StartUniversity Selection for Application - Location focused (3:33)
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StartUniversity Selection for Application - by International Enrollment Statistics (4:01)
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StartPlacement Test in the US (1:20)
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StartHow to apply to Universities (1:13)
Section 6 - Work Opportunities
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StartWork opportunities - Part 1 - On-Campus Employment (1:40)
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StartWork opportunities - Part 2 - Internship (1:15)
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StartWork opportunities - Part 3 - Research Opportunities (1:18)
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StartWork opportunities - Part 4 - Curricular Practical Training (1:10)
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StartWork opportunities - Part 5 - Optional Practical Training (1:54)
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StartWork opportunities - Part 6 - Independent Study (0:56)
Section 7 - Application and Admission Requirements
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StartTests to take for university admission - TOEFL-IELTS and SAT-ACT (5:39)
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StartHigh School Grades and Transcripts (3:17)
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StartEssay Writing (2:47)
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StartLetters of Recommendation (1:18)
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StartPost Secondary Credits (1:46)
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StartUniversity application - When to apply (1:43)
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StartUniversity application - What is a Pathway Program (2:50)
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StartUniversity admission and I-20 length (2:23)
Section 8 - Post Degree Employment
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Section 9 - Closing Remarks
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Section 10 - Frequently Asked Questions
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PreviewFAQ 1 - Where should I spend my time - Retaking tests, researching universities, or something else (2:29)
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PreviewFAQ 2 - How much funds should you show when you apply for your bachelors’ degree (1:16)
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PreviewFAQ 3 - Letters of Recommendation when applying for Bachelor’s degree in the US (3:35)
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PreviewFAQ 4 - Job Prospects during an OPT period (5:29)
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PreviewFAQ 5 - Should I specialize or generalize for my Bachelors degree Major in the US (3:12)
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PreviewFAQ 6 - What kinds of job prospects on campus while doing my Bachelor’s degree in the US (4:08)
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PreviewFAQ 7 - What kinds of scholarships are available during my Bachelor’s degree in the US (3:01)
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PreviewFAQ 8 - Why take General studies courses in my Bachelors Degree in the US (2:01)
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PreviewFAQ 9 - Should I do my Bachelors Degree in the US or just come to the US for my masters degree (3:19)
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PreviewFAQ 10 - What is the ROI of a bachelors degree in the us (4:49)
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PreviewFAQ 11 - For Bachelors degrees - what is difference between the US educational system and the educational system in India (3:35)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does the course start and finish? How long do I have access to the course?
The course starts now and finishes in 21 days (3 weeks)! It is a completely self-paced online course - you can finish it within a day or can take weeks to complete it.
When should I purchase this course?
NOW!! Regardless of the stage you are at, you must enroll in the course. The visa interview is the most crucial step in the process and determines if you will actually go to the U.S. for your education!
Is this course for bachelor's or master's student?
This course is for high school and other students who wish to pursue a bachelor's degree in the United States and want to be prepared and adept with the process.
Regardless of the stage you are at in your application process: contemplating, applied, admitted, accepted, one must enroll in the course to ensure you do everything right at this crucial step of the process!
"When it comes to guiding someone through college applications there are loads of mentors, but the way Patriek guided me not only through my application process, but with my Visa interview preparation and even during my freshman year at University of Illinois Chicago, I was able to take advantage of lots of opportunities on campus. I am sure I will keep achieving more under his supervision"
- Akshat Kumar, Current student at University of Illinois at Chicago