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Updated on Jun 20, 2021 19:07 IST
US
Engineering, MBA, Ph.D., IT and allied fields, Sports, Sports Management, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Biotechnology, Physiotherapy, Hospitality.
Germany
Computer Science Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Life Sciences.
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US
For undergraduate (UG) courses, you need to have completed 12 years of schooling. To get admission though you need to appear for theSAT exam.
In postgraduate (PG) courses, you need 16 years of education. For Indian students, it translates to 12 years of schooling and four years of undergraduate education. But since most Indian colleges offer three years of education at UG level, you might need to take up a one-year course to cover up the difference. If you have studied from premier Indian institute, some US universities might accept your three years’ degree as well, although the cases are rare. You can check with the university’s admissions cell and ask about your case. To get admission in management courses you will have to appear for GMAT, and for science courses you need to give theGRE exam.
There are no cutoffs for colleges, so you need to score the best that you can in all the exams. Colleges provide average scores accepted to different courses on their websites. That will give some idea about what’s considered a good score. You will also need to appear for language exams likeTOEFLorIELTS, irrespective of the degree. Even if the colleges may not require any language test for Indian students, you should still give either TOEFL orIELTSas they are important for the purpose of getting a visa.
In thecase of MBA, you might be required to have a few years of work experience.
Germany
Universities in Germanyare often funded by the state but not necessarily regulated by it. So every university decides its own eligibility criteria and cut-off. Hence, it is advisable to check the university website for the specific program’s eligibility criteria.
To pursue undergraduate courses in Germany you should have completed your 12th class and either one of the below -
- Cleared JEE Advanced
- Completed one year of bachelor degree education from arecognizeduniversity in India
- Cleared the Feststellungsprüfung – the entrance exam for different universities you would take to signify effective completion of Studienkolleg.
High level of competition at the application stage results in universities asking for as high as 90% in your secondary school examinations. However, in case you have cleared your JEE Advanced, the cut off is 50%.
For a postgraduate program in Germany, you would need a German equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in the relevant subjects. Apart from this basic requirement, the universities might also require you to have scored well inGMAT or GRE. For international students,IELTS or TOEFL, along with working knowledge of German language are required. For German taught programs, high level of proficiency in the language is required and you will be required to take eitherTestDAF or DSH.
Costs for undergraduate courses
| Particulars | Undergraduate course in US | Undergraduate course in Germany |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $10,000 - $35,000 per year | €150 (public uni) - €20,000(private uni) per year |
| Room and Living expenses | $10,000 - $15,000 per year | €10,332 per year |
| Duration of course | 4 years | 3-4 years |
| Total | $20,000 - $50,000 per year | €8,790 - €28,640 per year |
Costs for postgraduate courses
| Particulars | Postgraduate course in US | Postgraduate course in Germany |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $15,000 - $60,000 per year | €2,000 (public uni) - €30,000 (private uni) per year |
| Room and Living expenses | $10,000 - $15,000 per year | €10,332 per year |
| Duration of course | 2 years | 1-2 years |
| Total | $25,000 - $75,000 per year | €10,640 - €38,640 per year |
US
- A full-time student visa is called an F1 visa. This visa has the following regulations -
- A personal interview is compulsory, and you will be required to appear for an appointment to provide Biometrics.
- You can remain in the US for up to 90 days beyond the length of time it takes to complete your academic programunless you have been approved to stay and work for a period of time under the OPT Program (Optional Practical Training)
- It costs $160 to apply for this visa along with the SEVIS fee of $350. You will be required to pay an additional $160 for the dependent visa (per dependant)
- You cannot work more than 20 hours per week. During holidays, breaks, and summer sessions, the student may work up to 40 hours per week. The student can only work on-campus for a commercial firm that provides services to the college, such as a bookstore or cafeteria.
Germany
- To stay in Germany for more than 90 days as a student, you are required to get a residence permit.
- You are required to show funds worth €10,332 per year as proof of funds required for the cost of living.
- A residence permit issued to students is valid for amaximum of two years. It needs to be renewed if the duration of the course is longer than the stated two years.
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Students can work 20 hours per week and 40 hours per week during holidays. Presently, Germany is the only country where a student can pursue apart-timetechnical job in a related industry. Some universities also offer part-time jobs on campus called Hi/wi.
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US
If students want to stay back in the US to gain practical knowledge in their subject, they have the option to do so throughOPT.It is temporary employment permission allowing students the opportunity to gain practical experience in their field of study for a12-month period. You can apply for OPT after being enrolled for at least 9 months, but you cannot begin employment until you receive your Employment Authorization Document
The StudentCo-Op Programis a formally structured program where the intent is to recruit students, while still in school, to fill permanent positions upon graduation. Co-op programs are generally undertaken at colleges and universities. In most cases, you will have to apply for Work Visa upon getting a full-time job of permanent nature.
Students who study STEM courses are given a stay back of 3 years.
Germany
International students are requiredto applyfor a Residence Permit after completion of their education from a German University. The Immigration Laws permit the students who have completed their degree to apply for aResidence Permitof18 monthsduration to look for a job related to their qualification. This permit is not combined with theStudent Visa for Germany and you need to apply for it separately at the foreign nationals’ registration office.
In case you have a job offer that is relevant to your stream of education even before you complete your education, you can directly apply for a Residence Permit or an EU Blue Card.
US
Jobs in fields like Management, Advertising, Finance, Dentistry, Software Engineer, Biomedical, Pharmacy, Data Science, and IT, etc. are some of the top jobs in America.
Germany
Jobs in fields like the health sector, mechanical & automotive, electrical and electronics industry, building & construction, information technology & telecommunications etc. are some of the top jobs in Germany.
US
Permanent residency option is possible but it is a very long-drawn and slow process. It is a complicated process and requires the person applying for it to reside in the US for at least five years on the grounds of employment. After that you will be granted a “Green Card”, but the whole process might take years to complete.
Germany
If you have been living in Germany for five years on a German residence permit, you can apply for a German permanent visa. There are exemptions for shorter stay time requirements. After eight years if living there, you become eligible to apply for German citizenship. In case you marry a German citizen, you can apply of German citizenship immediately.
US
TheUS is a huge area of land and has varied temperatures and climates in different areas. East Coast has a warm climate and covers cities like California and Arizona. The Midwest and New England regions have frozen winters and cover cities like Chicago, Boston. The Pacific Northwest has a humid oceanic climate and covers cities like Seattle, Portland. The Southwest has a hot desert climate and covers cities like Phoenix, Las Vegas. The south-east has a warm to the hot, humid climate and covers cities like Houston, New Orleans.
Germany
German summers are hot and the winters are cold and snowy, but rains are unpredictable and common during all seasons. The average winter temperature is 3°C and in summers it is 22°C. Maximum temperatures commonly reach -10°C in winter and 35°C in the summer months. The country is divided into 16 states and has an exceedingly varied landscape, so it is difficult to generalise the weather for the whole country.
