Schools in the US offer many undergraduate and graduate programs in every academic field. After deciding (1) What your career goals are and (2) What academic programs can help you achieve those goals, it's time to do some research on which school is best for you! There are schools in the US that are looking for Filipino students just like you! Explore them here.

English is the native language in the US. Many schools in the US will ask you to take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL®) to measure your English language proficiency.

If you’re worried about your English language proficiency, check out our partner language centers that can help you improve your skills!

Nearly 1 million international students chose to study in the United States last year because of the quality, choice, flexibility, and value of a U.S. higher education experience.  

More than 4,500 accredited institutions make up U.S. higher education in the United States. Unlike many countries, U.S. higher education institutions are not centrally organized or managed, but are accredited on a national or regional level by independent accrediting bodies.

With the variety of available U.S. higher education options, students are sure to find the right fit for their academic, financial, and personal needs

 

If you’re a Philippine passport-holder, you’re going to need a student visa to attend school in the US. The process involves:

1. Scheduling your interview with the embassy
2. Completing the online application form
3. Gathering all the required documents
4. Attending your interview

 

Note that you can’t start processing your student visa until you get accepted by a school in the US. For the full list of details, please visit the US embassy website or contact the US embassy in Manila.

 

Generally, schools in the US will ask for your:

• education credentials,
• standardized test scores (ACT or SAT),
• recommendation letters,
• an essay.

The specific requirements will vary depending on your school, course, and level of study. Visit the Edukasyon profile of the school you like to find their specific requirements. For a list of schools in the US looking for Filipino students, see here.

There are also some international student loans available from different loan giving bodies. University representatives usually work in tandem with their financial aid department that focuses on helping students find options to finance their education. But if you're more interested in scholarships, there are many scholarships offered by the US government and even the schools themselves. Visit the Edukasyon profiles of the schools you are interested in to check if they are offering any scholarships.

As a general guide, especially for a country as large as the US, your cost of living will vary depending on the city and state you choose to live in. Bigger cities like Los Angeles and New York will naturally be more expensive than smaller cities.

University representatives are great resources to understand the cost of living in their school's city! Explore our partner schools here, and inquire to get connected with your university representative.

If you choose to study in the US, you certainly won’t be alone! According to the 2014 edition of Open Doors, there were 2,886 enrolled international students in the US from the Philippines for the academic year 2015-2016.

 

Depending on your type of student visa, you can be allowed to work part-time. Generally, international students are allowed to work on-campus – be sure to ask your designated school representative for work options available. Working off-campus may be restricted, depending on your visa. 

 

Graduating from a school in the US can greatly benefit your future career! Depending on your school and their industry connections, your university could connect you to some of your dream American companies and maybe even internships. Schools in the US are also generally high in quality and are recognized all over the world. You can also improve your English language skills and expand your network by meeting fellow students from all walks of life. These, among other factors, can improve your employability once you graduate!