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Agenda

USEFP Introduction

Why study in U.S.

5 Steps to Study in U.S.

Admission Process

Q & A

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United States EducationalFoundation in Pakistan

A bi-national commission established in 1950 Consists of 4 Pakistanis appointed by the

Secretary, Ministry of Education and 4 U.S.citizens appointed by the U.S. Ambassador

Funded by both the U.S. and Government ofPakistan

Functions:

Fulbright Scholarships Programs Educational Advising

Standardized testing (TOEFL, SAT, GRE, etc.)

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Why Choose the USA?

Quality

Choice

Value

Flexibility

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Quality

Facilities

ResourcesFaculty

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Choice

4,500 + Institutions

10,000 + Programsand Specializations

Variety

There is anAcademic and SocialEnvironment ThatsRight For You

Diversity

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Value

Range ofTuitionFees

LivingCost

Options

FinancialAid

CampusEmployment

& OPT

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5 Steps to Education in U.S.

1. Research Choices and Testsa) University search & Short listingb) GRE, GMAT

2. Apply & Be Admitted

a) Application Processb) Statement of Purposec) Letters of Admissions

3. Finance Your Studies

4. Prepare and apply for Visa5. Get ready to go

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Benefits of a US Education

Team Learning

CollaborativeInterpersonal Skills

Be Creative and Proactive Life Long Intl Colleagues

Academic AssignmentsWriting, Critical Thinking and

Analytical SkillsProblem Solving in Foreign

Environments

Interactive ClassroomsIntercultural

Communication SkillsNew Perspectives

Vastly ImproveCommand of English

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Admission Process forGraduate Programs

Selection of Universities

Taking GRE / TOEFL tests

Download application forms

Write Admissions EssaysStudy Objectives and Personal Statement

Complete the applicationTranscripts, Test Scores, Essays

Letters of RecommendationList of Achievements, extra curricular activities

Apply for Financial aid Comply with the deadlines

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Services Offered by USEFP

College selection. Admission Process Time lines. General information about GRE / TOEFL Admission Essay / Personal Statement,

review and editing feedback. Guidance with filling out application forms. Letters of Recommendation guidance and

planning.

General advice for visa application. Pre-departure orientation for students who

receive U.S. visa.

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Questions?

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Scholarship Programs

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Advanced Degree Programs

Fulbright/USAID Masters Program

Funded by USAID

Fulbright/HEC/USAID Ph.D. Program

Funded by HEC and USAID

These scholarships will be announced in MidFebruary and will be posted on our websitewww.usefpakistan.org

http://www.usefpakistan.org/http://www.usefpakistan.org/

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Who is eligible ?

Open to all disciplines (except clinicalmedical fields)

16 years of education for Masters program

18 years of education for PhD program Minimum GRE score of 300 in each section

For MBA, 3 years job experience is required

Work experience in teaching, research orpublic sector is desirable for PhD