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STUDY IN THE
UNITED STATES

Why Study in the USA?

Why Study in the USA?
QUALITY
• Excellence in education.
• Facilities and faculty are considered the best.
• 35 of Top 50 Global Universities are in the United States
• http://www.usnews.com/education/best-globaluniversities/rankings

• Accreditation systems and strong financial base
ensure high standards.
• Degree is recognized and respected world-wide.

Why Study in the USA?
CHOICE
• 7,000+ higher education institutions
• 1,700 universities offer graduate study
• Factors like weather, distance, tuition cost,

and classroom size can all be accommodated
to find the right fit for YOU

Why Study in the USA?
RESOURCES
• Unparalleled Research Budgets
• U.S. universities spent $66.4 billion on research
in 2015.
• Many top universities have sizeable
endowments
• Work collaboratively with other departments
and universities

Total U.S. Research Expenditures in 2015 =

billion

Research Performers

US$ 499.3


Source of Funds

$66.4 Billion
13%

4%

3% 4% 1%

0%
23%

11%

72%

Business
Universities
State & Local Government


69%

Federal government
Nonprofit organizations

SOURCE: National Science Foundation, National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics, National Patterns of R&D
Resources

Why Study in the USA?
NETWORKING


258 Nobel Prize winners



Plug into the most dynamic scientific community




Meet tomorrow’s leaders in your field….from around
the world.



Over 1 million international students studying in the
U.S. – largest number from Asia



8,700 Indonesians study in the U.S. each year (65%
are undergraduates)

What is EducationUSA ?


The U.S. Department of State network of over 400 international student
advising centers in more than 170 countries and all of its services and
information FREE of charge




Promotes U.S. higher education to students around the world by offering
accurate, comprehensive, and current information about opportunities
to study at accredited postsecondary institutions in the United States



9 advisors with 8 centers in Indonesia
• Jakarta (2) : MyAmerica U.S. Embassy Jakarta and @america
• Medan: U.S. Consulate Medan
• Banda Aceh: UIN Ar-Raniry Banda Aceh
• Makassar: American Corner in University of Hasanuddin
• Malang: American Corner in University of Muhammadiyah Malang
• Surabaya (2): U.S. Consulate Surabaya and University of Surabaya

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offer?

FREE one-on-one consultation services
FREE mentorship programs
FREE pre-departure orientations
FREE information sessions
FREE annual Fall Graduate Fairs in Jakarta,
Surabaya, and Medan

Why Study in the
United States?
• Most prestigious, top-ranked schools in the world
• Known for quality and flexibility of its facilities,
faculty, and programs
• Cutting-edge research
• Life Experience – diversity

• Strong professional network
• Internationalize and strengthen resume
• Travel around the United States

Look beyond the brand

Top Nuclear Engineering Masters Programs
Rank
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
10


Institution
University of Michigan
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
Texas A&M University
University of Wisconsin-Madison
University of California – Berkeley
North Carolina State University
University of Tennessee
Georgia Institute of Technology
University of Illinois – Urbana-Champaign
Pennsylvania State University
Purdue University

Source: U.S. News & World Report

Enrollment
(in
Engineering)
3,364
3,123

3,480
1,939
1,973
3,362
1,008
7,504
3,421
1,840
3,542

Top Materials Engineering Masters Programs
Rank
1
2
2
4
4
6
7
8

9
9

Institution
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
Northwestern University
UC – Santa Barbara
Stanford University
University of Illinois – Urbana-Champaign
UC – Berkeley
California Institute of Technology
Georgia Institute of Technology
Cornell University
University of Michigan

Source: U.S. News & World Report

Enrollment
(in
Engineering)

3,123
1,980
743
3,601
3,421
1,973
545
7,504
2,001
3,364

In 2015/2016, there were

8,727
Indonesian students studying
in the United States
The number of Indonesian
students studying in the
United States increased by

6.6%

Degree Options in the U.S.

Gain your degree from a U.S. institution!

Typical Application Requirements
1. A completed application form
2. Application fee ($50-100 per university)
3. Admissions exam scores:
- For undergraduate: TOEFL iBT or IELTS and SAT
- For Graduate: TOEFL iBT or IELTS and GRE or GMAT
4. Essays : Personal Statement or Study Objective)
5. Transcript
6. 2-3 letters of reference
7. Interview (for some universities)
• American universities use a holistic approach when reviewing applicants.
• American universities also put high value on character, extracurricular
involvement, work experience and the applicant’s reason for wishing to attend
that university.

Search Tools and Resources
EducationUSA
Free services provided by 9 Advisors in 8 centers in
Indonesia and thorough website/app.

Petersons
Fantastic tools and resources for graduate study
preparations, including GRE.

CHEA
Database of accredited American education
institutions.

U.S. Embassy Jakarta
Information on Student Visas and list of exchange
programs.

Numbeo, Foreign Credits, etc.
Cost of living comparison, GPA calculator, and
more.

Lembaga Pengolaan Dana Pendidikan (LPDP) Scholarship
LPDP is a scholarship program funded by
the Indonesian government through the
use of National Trust for Education
Development (DPPN) and is managed by
LPDP to finance higher education in master
or doctoral program in higher education in
Indonesian or overseas institutions.
For more information:

http://www.lpdp.kemenkeu.go.id/

FULBRIGHT SCHOLARSHIP
MASTER'S DEGREE PROGRAM
Fulbright Master's Degree Program
DOCTORAL DEGREE PROGRAM
Fulbright Ph.D. Degree Program
RESEARCH PROGRAMS
Fulbright Doctoral Dissertation Program
Fulbright Senior Research Program
Fulbright U.S.-ASEAN Visiting Scholar Initiative Program
SPECIAL PROGRAM
Global Undergraduate Exchange Program
For more information: www.aminef.or.id
Contact information: infofulbright_ind@aminef.or.id

USAID PRESTASI
Available for qualified professionals in the public and private
sectors for graduate programs in U.S. Universities in the following
general fields of study:
 EDUCATION
 HEALTH
 ENVIRONMENT
 DEMOCRACY AND GOVERNANCE
Requirements:
1. Indonesian Citizen
2. Not an employee of USAID/USAID Contracts
3. Evidence of English ability in the form of either a TOEFL score
of 450 , or the IELTS equivalent
For more information: www.prestasi-iief.org

Research and Innovation In Science and
Technology (RISET-Pro)
Participants Agency : Lembaga Pemerintah Non-Kementerian (LPNK)
( LIPI, BATAN, LAPAN, BPPT, BAPETEN, BSN, BIG )
Degree Programme:
 Master Degree
 Ph.D Degree
Non-Degree Programme
 Short-courses/Trainings

For more information: http://
beasiswa.ristek.go.id/risetpro/index.php

Youth Program
Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI)
Ages: 18 and 35
Contact information: YSEALIjkt@state.gov
For more information: https://youngsoutheastasianleaders.state.gov/

• Over 90% student visa
applicants are approved.
• Student visas are received
an average 3 days from
interview.

JAKARTA

U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Annex
MyAmerica
Jl. Budi Kemuliaan 1, Jakarta 10110
Phone: (021) 3435 9573
E-mail: Jakarta@educationusa.or.id
Hours: 7:30 am – 4 pm (appointment needed)


@america
Pacific Place Mall, 3rd Floor #325
Jl. Jendral Sudirman Kav. 52-53
Kebayoran Baru, Central Jakarta, 12190
E-mail: atamerica@educationusa.or.id
Hours: Tuesday - Friday: 1 - 9 pm; Saturday: 10 am – 9 pm

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BANDA ACEH

EducationUSA Banda Aceh
Universitas Islam Nasional Ar-Raniry
Level 2, Gedung Museum UIN Ar-Raniry
Jl. Syekh Abdul Rauf No. 1, Darussalam
E-mail: aceh@educationusa.or.id
MAKASSAR

American Corner
Universitas Hassanudin Library, Level 2
Kampus Tamanlarea, Makassar
Phone: (0411) 580 075
E-mail: makassar@educationusa.or.id

MALANG

American Corner
Universitas Muhammadiyah Malang Library, Level 3
Jl. Raya Tlogomas 246, Malang 65113

educationusa.state.gov

.com/EdUSAIndonesia

Education USA:

Useful links

www.EducationUSA.state.gov
USAID’s PRESTASI Program:
http://www.prestasi-iief.org/index.php/english/faq
Fulbright Scholarships:
http://www.aminef.or.id/
Fulbright Deadlines:
http://www.aminef.or.id/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=64&Itemid=144
LPDP Scholarships:
http://www.beasiswa.lpdp.kemenkeu.go.id/
RISET-Pro Scholarships:
http://beasiswa.ristek.go.id/risetpro/index.php
College Scorecard
https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/
TOEFL
http://www.ets.org/toefl/ibt/about?WT.ac=toeflhome_ibtabout2_121127

Q&A
Ask your questions about
Study in the USA.