Destinations / United States

Study Destination

Study in the USA

The widest range of programmes and scholarship funding anywhere with the most detailed visa interview preparation of any destination we handle.

F-1 Visa

Visa type required

Aug · Jan

Main intake windows

$25–55K

Typical annual tuition

$12–18K

Est. annual living cost

Up to 3 yrs

OPT / STEM OPT work authorization

Admission Requirements

What US institutions look for

General guidance exact requirements vary by institution and programme level.

Academic transcripts & standardized tests

WAEC/WASSCE results, plus SAT/ACT (undergraduate) or GRE/GMAT (postgraduate) depending on the programme.

English proficiency

TOEFL or IELTS, typically a minimum score set individually by each institution.

I-20 form

Issued by your institution once admitted and enrolled required before scheduling your visa interview.

SEVIS fee & financial proof

Proof of sufficient funds for one year of study, plus payment of the I-901 SEVIS fee before the interview.

Visa interview readiness

The single biggest factor in F-1 approval — we run mock interviews specifically modeled on the Accra embassy's actual questioning style.

Visa Process

From offer to F-1 visa

Secure I-20

We help shortlist and apply to institutions matched to your profile and budget.

Pay SEVIS & apply

SEVIS fee payment, DS-160 form, and interview slot booked at the Accra embassy.

Interview prep

Mock interviews and document review before your actual appointment.

Pre-departure

Housing, banking, and orientation briefing before you fly.

Scholarships

Some funding worth applying for

Fulbright Foreign Student Program

Fully funded

For Master’s and PhD study, covering tuition, living costs, and travel.

MasterCard Foundation Scholars