AMM → JFK · ≈ 9,200 km
Study in United States from Jordan
More than four thousand universities and colleges, and a system that lets you explore before choosing a major. Community colleges offer a cheaper first two years.
The widest choice in the world, and freedom to change major
- Tuition
- $20,000 – $60,000 a year
- Living costs
- $12,000 – $25,000 a year
- Language requirement
- TOEFL iBT 70 – 100, IELTS or Duolingo
- Intakes
- August/September (main) and January
- Work while studying
- 20 hours a week on campus
- After graduation
- OPT: 12 months (up to 36 for STEM)
Figures are approximate and were last reviewed in November 2026. Fees and rules change, so the official source is the final reference: EducationUSA · Study in the States (DHS)
Why United States
What sets this destination apart
- Tawjihi is accepted as a high-school diploma for direct entry.
- Merit scholarships from universities, and Fulbright for graduate study.
- OPT work experience after graduation, extended for STEM fields.
Admission
What a Jordanian applicant needs
Popular fields:Computer science, engineering, business, health sciences
- 01
Translated school transcripts, a personal essay and recommendation letters.
- 02
The SAT is optional at many universities but strengthens scholarship applications.
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Graduate study: GRE or GMAT for some programmes.
Visas
US F-1 student visa
The decision is made in a short interview at the embassy. You must convince the officer of your study purpose, your funding and your intent to return.
Full steps and documents- Visa fee
- $185 (MRV application fee)
- Proof of funds
- First-year costs as shown on your I-20
- Processing time
- Depends on interview availability
Next step
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