📚 Why Choose USA?
- #1 global education destination (QS 2024)
- Specializations: Technology, Business, Medicine
- Average tuition: $30,000-$50,000/year
- Flight duration from Doha: 14 hours ✈️
🏛️ Top Universities
- MIT (QS #1)
- Stanford University (QS #4)
- Harvard University (QS #5)
💰 Cost Comparison
| Expense | USA | Qatar |
|---|---|---|
| Rent (1-bed) | $2,000 ≈ 7,280 QAR | 5,000 QAR |
| Meal | $20 ≈ 73 QAR | 40 QAR |
| Transportation | $3 ≈ 11 QAR | 6 QAR |
🛂 Visa Requirements
- F-1 visa processing: 6-8 weeks
- Required documents:
- Qatari passport valid 6+ months
- I-20 form from SEVP-approved school
- Proof of funds ($25,000+/year)
- SEVIS fee payment ($350 ≈ 1,274 QAR)
💡 Pro Tips
- Cultural highlight: College sports culture
- 4,200+ Qatari students in USA (2024 data)
- Work up to 20hrs/week on campus
- Best application period: Sep-Dec for Fall intake