B.Tech in USA for Indian Students: Top Universities, Colleges & Fees

Before embarking on a journey to become an Engineer, one needs to find a good engineering school that can help one achieve one's goals. For international students, the US is one of the top choices for students to pursue their BTech degrees. In the US, a BTech degree is usually referred to as Bachelor of Science Engineering (BSc. Eng.) or Bachelor of Engineering (BE). Over 780 colleges are there in the US offer BTech or BE in the US, and this includes MIT, Stanford University, Harvard University, UCLA, UC Berkeley, Cal Tech, etc. According to the sources, the average BEng graduate salary in the US is USD 91,420 (INR 80.16 L). 

While looking for a university for B.Tech. in the USA, international students must apply to ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology) accredited programs. The ABET-accredited program ensures the program meets the globally recognized standards of quality and professional readiness. These accredited programs are especially important for those who want to work in regulated industries, pursue professional status in the country, or continue higher studies

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B.Tech in USA: Highlights

Most of the BTech Universities in the USA are located are California, New York, Texas, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Ohio, Florida, Washington, etc. Also, the duration of B.Tec.h in the USA is 4 years. Listed below are some interesting highlights international students can check about B.Tech in the USA:

Highlights
Total number of B.Tech Colleges in the USA	More than 780 (approx.)
BTech cost in the USA	First-year tuition fee: INR 20 L - 40 L or above
Top Specializations	Computer Science & Engineering, Electronics & Electrical Engineering, IT & Networking, Mechanical Engineering
Exams required	SAT, ACT, IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, and Duolingo

B.Tech. in USA: Top Universities

QS World University Ranking is a globally recognized ranking platform, used as a trusted source by employers and students. The rankings done by QS are based on various factors like Employability, ROI, Career outcomes, Class and faculty diversity, and academic reputation. Some of the top-ranking universities for Engineering & Technology in the US are MIT, Stanford, Harvard, Caltech, Georgia Institute of Technology, UCLA, etc., with MIT at the top for B.Tech., followed by Stanford University and UC Berkeley. The table below lists the top universities for B.Tech in USA by QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025 for Engineering and Technology:

Top universities for Bachelor’s in Engineering in USA	QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025: Engineering and Technology
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)	#1
Stanford University	#3
University of California, Berkeley	#6
Harvard University	#9
California Institute of Technology	#13
Georgia Institute of Technology	#15
Carnegie Mellon University	#19
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)	#22
Urbana of Illinois Urbana-Champaign	#23
Purdue University	#29

Popular BTech in USA Specializations

Universities in the USA offer many industry-focused specializations in B.Tech. However, some of these specializations are highly popular among international students because of high employability after graduation, Strong STEM-OPT benefits, global career recognitions, and alignment with the US industry strengths. The most in-demand BTech specialization in the USA is Computer Science Engineering, Electronics and Electrical Engineering, Robotics Engineering, etc. A few of the popular BTech in US specializations are: 

Computer Science	Electrical and Electronics
Software Engineering	Electronic and Communication
Information Technology	Robotics
Data Science and Analytics	Mechatronics
Cybersecurity	Embedded Systems
Cloud Computing	Internet of Things

BTech in USA: Cost of Studying

The average first-year cost of studying BTech in the USA is going to range between INR 20 L - 40 L or more for most of the universities. Among the top universities for B.Tech in the USA, Carnegie Mellon University is the most expensive for a few specializations, followed by Stanford University and Georgia Institute of Technology. Students must refer to the table given below to know more about the Cost of B.Tech in the USA for Indian students:

Top universities for Bachelor’s in Engineering in USA	Tuition fees
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)	INR 55.14 L
Stanford University	INR 58.07 L
University of California, Berkeley	INR 26.42 L - 43.96 L
Harvard University	INR 52.88 L
California Institute of Technology	INR 54.23 L - 56.26 L
Georgia Institute of Technology	INR 30.33 L
Carnegie Mellon University	INR 54.73 L - 79.03 L
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)	INR 42.32 L
Urbana of Illinois Urbana-Champaign	INR 30.19 L - 39.2 L
Purdue University	INR 24.69 L - 28.19 L

Cost of Living: For international students, the estimated cost of living in the US is around USD 10,000 - USD 25,000 (INR 8.4 L - 21.1 L) per year. In a month, this will average out to USD 1,000 - USD 2,000 (INR 84.5 K - 1.6 L) per month. 

 

 

USA Student Visa cost

For international students, the F1 Visa, J1 Visa, and M1 Visa are three different types of US student visas.

As an international student, one might need a USA Student Visa. To study MS in the USA, students require an F1 Visa. Prospective students need to follow a proper application process to apply for a US Student Visa. On top of this, students are required to pay the visa application fee, as applicable. Students have to be aware of the documents required for the F1 Visa Interview.

For an F1 student visa for the USA, students are required to pay the following fee:

• SEVIS fee which is at present at USD 350 (INR 29.5 K)
• Visa Application Fee (MRV Fee) which is at present USD 185 (INR 15.6 K)

1. Get accepted at an SEVP-registered institution. Get your I-20 form.

2. File your US study visa application.

3. Pay the SEVIS fee.

4. Complete the DS-160 visa application.

5. Schedule a US visa interview.

6. Attend the visa interview.

Listed below are the steps to obtain a US student visa:

1. Get accepted at an SEVP-registered institution. Get your I-20 form.

2. File your US study visa application.

3. Pay the SEVIS fee.

4. Complete the DS-160 visa application.

5. Schedule a US visa interview.

6. Attend the visa interview.

BTech in the USA Eligibility

To study B.Tech in the USA, applicants are required to meet the entry requirements. The basic eligibility criteria include high school graduation with strong marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, along with proof of English language proficiency. The general requirements are given below: 

• Academic transcripts of all the schools attended
• Class 12^th marksheet, with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. Students are expected to have at least 75-85% for top universities, which is equivalent to 3.0-3.5 on a scale of 4.0
• Standardized test scores like ACT or SAT (as applicable by university)
• Personal essay
• Letter of recommendation or references
• An updated CV or extracurricular portfolio
• English language proficiency like IELTS, TOEFL, PTE

Work Permit after Studying BTech in USA

International students who want to stay back and gain work experience in the US after completing their degree have the option to do so through OPT. Those who apply for OPT after graduation can work in the USA for up to 12 months. Students who have graduated with a STEM degree can request an additional stay back of 24 months on OPT. The Post-graduate work permit is one of the most important factors that students prefer to study in the USA.

Engineering Scholarships for the USA

Students prefer to get a scholarship to study B.Tech in USA to reduce their overall cost. Scholarships and grants are a perfect way to make your education affordable. Some of the scholarships in USA to pursue BTech are the International Scholars Award, applicable for Northeastern University, MIT Scholarships, Yale Scholarship, etc. 

BTech in USA Average Salary

The average salary for BTech in USA is USD 91,420 (INR 77.2 L) per year. The table given below can be checked to know about the job-wise salary details: 

Job Title	Median Salary	Cost in INR
Software Engineer	USD 104,907	INR 88.6 L
Aeronautical Engineer	USD 77,826	INR 65.7 L
Biomedical Engineer	USD 62,433	INR 52.7 L
Chemical Engineering	USD 72,718	INR 61.4 L
Civil Engineer	USD 63,004	INR 53.2 L
Electrical Engineer	USD 72,237	INR 61 L
Manufacturing Engineer	USD 65,654	INR 55.4 L
Mining Engineer	USD 72,552	INR 61.3 L

Top recruiters for Engineering graduates in the USA

According to the information available on the web, the popular that hire BTech graduates are: 

• The Boeing Company
• General Electric Co
• Medtronic, Inc.
• Intel Corporation
• Lockheed Martin Corp
• HDR, Inc.
• WSP Global Inc.
• Accenture
• JP Morgan Chase & Co.
• Siemens
• Microsoft

Conversion Rate: 1 USD = INR 84.50

Shreya Basu08-27-2025 09:50