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💰 Avg Cost
$20,000–$55,000/yr
✅ Visa Rate
94%
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4,000+
United States — 2026 Guide
Entry Criteria
Entry Criteria
Entry Criteria for US Universities (2026)
Requirements vary by institution, program level, and department. The following benchmarks are based on ILOC's 2025–2026 successful admit data.
Undergraduate (Bachelor's) Entry
| Requirement | Competitive Range | Minimum Accepted |
|---|---|---|
| Class 12 Percentage | 85%+ (PCM/PCB/Commerce) | 75% |
| SAT Score | 1350–1550 (top-50 schools) | 1100 (state universities) |
| TOEFL iBT | 100+ | 80 |
| IELTS | 7.0+ | 6.0 |
| Extracurriculars | Leadership roles, sports, research | — |
Postgraduate (Master's) Entry
| Requirement | Competitive Range | Minimum Accepted |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate GPA | 3.5+ / 8.5+ CGPA | 3.0 / 7.5 CGPA |
| GRE General | 320–330 (top-50 STEM) | 300 (state schools) |
| TOEFL iBT | 105+ | 90 |
| IELTS | 7.0+ (no band below 6.5) | 6.5 |
| Work Experience | 1–2 years preferred for MBA/MiM | Not required for MS |
| LORs | 3 academic/professional | 2 minimum |
MBA Entry
- GMAT: 680+ for M7; 620+ for Tier-2 programs
- Work Experience: 3–5 years minimum (M7 average: 5.2 years)
- TOEFL: 100+ / IELTS 7.0+
Financial Requirements (F-1 Visa)
To obtain the F-1 student visa, applicants must demonstrate sufficient funds to cover:
- First year tuition + living expenses (typically $35,000–$85,000)
- Proof of funds: bank statements (minimum 6-month history), fixed deposits, or education loan sanction letter
- Sponsor's ITR (last 2–3 years) and Form 16
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