Pursue Your PhD in the USA
Where endless opportunities, world-class research facilities, and a thriving academic community awaits you.
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Why Study a PhD in the USA?
Pursuing a PhD in the United States could be the transformative experience for you, and here's why it has the potential to shape your future in profound ways:
Cutting-Edge Research
Diverse and Collaborative Environment
World-Class Institutions
Funding and Scholarships
High-Priority Subjects for PhD Funding in the US
Your 8-Step Roadmap to PhD in US
Pursuing a PhD in the United States can be complex, but we've simplified the process. Here's how we guide you through eight crucial steps
1. Program Selection
Identify universities and programs that align with your research interests and career goals.
2. Review Admission Requirements
Check the admission requirements for the programs you’re interested in and make sure you meet them.
3. Prepare for Standardized Tests
Many PhD programs require applicants to take standardized tests such as the GRE or GMAT, so make sure you’re prepared for these exams.
4. Gather Application Materials
This can include transcripts, letters of recommendation, personal statements, and other required documents.
5. Submit Applications
Apply to your chosen schools by the application deadline.
6. Apply for Financial Aid
Explore funding options and apply for scholarships, grants, and fellowships as needed.
7. Obtain a Student Visa
If you’re an international student, you’ll need to obtain a student visa to study in the US.
8. Prepare for Arrival
Make travel arrangements, secure housing, and familiarize yourself with your new school and surroundings.
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Step 1:
Program Selection
The first step involves identifying universities and programs that align with your research interests and career aspirations. We help you find the perfect match.
Step 2:
Reviewing Admission Requirements
Admission requirements vary by program. Our team reviews the prerequisites for your selected programs and ensures you’re on track to meet them.
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Step 3:
Preparing for Standardized Tests
If standardized tests like the GRE or GMAT are required, we provide the resources and strategies to help you prepare effectively, boosting your confidence and scores.
Step 4:
Gathering Application Materials
The application process requires various documents, from transcripts to letters of recommendation. We work with you to collect and organize everything you need for successful applications.
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Step 5:
Submitting Applications
Applying to your chosen schools can be complex, but we streamline the process, ensuring each application is complete and submitted by the deadlines.
Step 6:
Applying for Financial Aid
Finding funding is critical for many PhD students. Our program assists in exploring financial aid options, including scholarships, grants, and fellowships, to support your studies.
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Step 7:
Obtaining a Student Visa
For international students, securing a student visa is essential. We guide you through the visa application process, from understanding requirements to preparing necessary paperwork.
Step 8:
Preparing for Arrival
As you prepare to start your PhD in the US, we help with travel arrangements, securing housing, and getting acquainted with your new environment, so you’re ready for the journey ahead.
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Our Mentors
Each mentor specializes in a unique field, providing tailored guidance to students pursuing PhD scholarships in the US. They offer expert advice on every step of the application process, from proposals to interviews.
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Biotech Betty
Expertise: Biotechnology and Bioinformatics
How She Helps: With a PhD in Biotechnology, offers guidance on scholarships in biotech and bioinformatics. She reviews research proposals, connects students with relevant faculty, and provides advice on personal statements and interviews.
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Data Dan
Expertise: Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
How He Helps: A Data Science PhD, assists with scholarships in AI and machine learning. He suggests resources for GRE preparation, helps with scholarship essays, and offers tips for building a standout resume.
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Engineering Emma
Expertise: Engineering and Robotics
How She Helps: A Mechanical Engineering PhD with a focus on robotics, helps students find engineering scholarships. She assists with proposal drafting, conducts mock interviews, and gives technical feedback to strengthen applications.
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Chemistry Carl
Expertise: Chemistry and Materials Science
How He Helps: Chemistry PhD, guides students seeking scholarships in chemistry and materials science. He helps organize application materials, provides advice on recommendation letters, and reviews personal statements.
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Farm Fiona
Expertise: Agricultural Science and Veterinary Medicine
How She Helps: With a PhD in Agricultural Science, Gina has deep experience in veterinary medicine and sustainable farming. She assists students in finding scholarships in agriculture and veterinary sciences, helping with research proposals, personal statements, and securing recommendation letters..
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Physics Phil
Expertise: Physics and Material Science
How He Helps: How He Helps: Dr. Phil specializes in the electromagnetics of complex materials, including chiral nanotubes and engineered metamaterials. He assists students in finding scholarships in physics and material science, guiding them through the application process with tailored advice on research proposals and scholarship strategies.
With our support, these eight steps are straightforward, allowing you to focus on your PhD goals. Let's take this journey together and pave the way for your success.
Our Process
Our program is competitive, and we only enroll talented, genuine, and committed scholars. Once selected, we will guide you through the '8-Step of PhD admission in the US' to ensure you reach your goals.
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Round 1:
Registration and Initial Screening
Register yourself here and submit a self-evaluation checklist. After submission, our representative will send you a detailed assessment form to fill out online. Shortly, we will conduct a screening interview via video link. If shortlisted, you’ll submit the required documents and pay the assessment fee to proceed to round two.
Round 2:
Detailed Assessment and Enrollment
We review your documents, sample essays, draft research proposals (if applicable), and conduct an internal English language test. Our experts then assess your profile and conduct a panel interview. If selected, you’ll need to sign a service agreement and submit a security deposit to finalize your enrollment.
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Round 3:
Personalized mentorship for PhD admission and scholarship
After enrolling in our Graduate Scholarship Capacity Development (GSCD) Program and signing a service agreement, you’ll receive a personalized success plan. A dedicated mentor (Browse through our mentors) will be assigned to guide you through the entire PhD admission and funding process, including any required standardized tests, ensuring you have the support you need.
Cost of a PhD in the US: What You Need to Know
Acceptance is key to managing the costs of a PhD program in the United States. As shown below, tuition, living expenses, and research-related costs can be high, but securing a place in a top program is the first step toward finding scholarships and financial aid. Our team helps you through the application process to increase your chances of acceptance into a program that aligns with your academic and research goals.
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Once you’re accepted, finding funding becomes much easier. Scholarships and other financial support are typically tied to program acceptance, allowing you to cover or reduce major expenses like tuition and living costs. We help you identify and apply for various scholarships, assistantships, and grants to ease the financial burden of your PhD journey. With our guidance, you can focus on your studies without worrying about overwhelming costs.
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US Applications Timeline
Now that you are determined to apply for PhD in US universities, it is highly important that you know the admission process timeline. Generally, the admission in US universities are done in two cycles; the Fall cycle and Spring cycle. Every university follows their own timeline, however, a generic and simplified timeline for each cycle is created below for your understanding.
FALL CYCLE
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SPRING CYCLE
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