1, tuition
American universities are divided into public universities and private universities. Generally speaking, the tuition fees of private universities are slightly expensive, mostly between 25,000 and 35,000 dollars, while the tuition fees of private universities are mostly between 40,000 and 60,000 dollars. Friends can refer to it.
20 17 American university tuition list
2. Living expenses
The living expenses of studying in the United States will not drop as much as the accommodation fees. Under normal circumstances, the cost of food, clothing, housing and transportation for students will not vary greatly from state to state. Generally, it is about 6000-8000 dollars per year. In big cities, such as new york, Boston and San Francisco, their living expenses will be higher. If children like shopping or eating in restaurants, their living expenses can easily double.
Generally speaking, American cities can be divided into four grades according to the index of living (excluding extra expenses such as buying a car, traveling, telephone and entertainment):
1 refers to American megacities, such as San Francisco, new york, Philadelphia, Los Angeles, Boston, Chicago and Washington. Their living expenses are 1000-2000 USD/month;
Level 2 refers to American big cities, such as Pittsburgh, Seattle, Ladas, Atlanta, etc. Their living expenses are 800- 1000 USD/month;
The third level refers to some states in the south, midwest and southeast of the United States, such as Texas, Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan and Georgia. And their living expenses are 600-800 dollars/month;
The fourth level includes Oklahoma, Missouri, Louisiana and South Carolina. Its living expenses are 450-600 USD/month.
For example, the monthly rent for a single room in Manhattan, new york is about $65,438+0,200, while it is only about $700 in Kansas. The price of a bottle of fresh milk in new york is almost less than a few cents compared with that in Kansas.
3. Residence
International students who come to the United States usually live in student apartments or dormitories in the first year, and often two or more people share a room. However, some colleges, universities and language schools in big cities allow students to find cheaper housing off campus. Renting a house off campus usually requires at least one month's rent in advance, plus a "deposit" equivalent to one month's rent. The average monthly accommodation cost is about $65,438+0,000, which is higher in big cities such as new york.
4, insurance books and other expenses
The cost of studying abroad books and personal expenses in the United States is about 600-2600 dollars; Miscellaneous expenses and insurance are about 150- 1000 USD.