Colleges in USA

For the MBA graduates of Stanford University, 90% is the placement rate for 2025. The average salary reported is USD 185,000 (Around INR 2 lakh). The top industries where the graduates have been hired are-

• Technology
• Consulting
• Finance

MFA is referred to Masters in Fine Arts. The Brown University offers 3 MFA courses for a duration 2 -3 years. The tuition fee of MFA Courses are from INR 47 L -73 L.

The admission requirements are-

• UG Degree in relevant discipline
• English Lang Test (IELTS, TOEFL)
• Transcripts
• LORs – 3
• Personal Statement
• CV

Columbia University is one of the most selective universities in the U.S. For the Class of 2030, Columbia University acceptance rate is around 4.2%. The total no. of applications for this university was 61,031 and the no. af admitted students were 2,581. So, students should apply with an exceptional academic record. 

In the National Universities category ranking by U.S. News, Columbia University ranks at #15 in 2026. In 2025, this university ranked at #13. This shows that this university ranks among the Top 20 Universities in the U.S. Whereas globally, Columbia Uni ranks at #10 in the for 2026. 

The Arizona State University offers 26 MBA/PGDM Courses to its students for a duration of 9 months to 2 years. The tuition fee of MBA courses is INR 19 L – 60 L.

The selection criteria –

UG Degree with 3.0 GPA on 4.0 scale

Current Resume

English Lang Test (IELTS: 6.5 – 7, TOEFL: 80-100, PTE: 53-60, Duolingo:105)

For the Class of 2025, USC MBA placement rate is 71%, within 3 months of graduation. The average salary of the MBA graduates is USD 142,184 (Around INR 1.36 Cr.) and the signing bonus is USD 35,896. Top recruiting companies of USC are- 

• Amazon
• Microsoft
• Deloitte
• PwC
• Nike
• McKinsey & Company
• Mattel

Students can apply for IU Applied Sciences scholarships directly via the official university website (iu.de). The university offers several monthly scholarships and applications for the same can be submitted by the end of the month to considered for that month.

IU Applied Sciences Germany informs students of the acceptance or rejection of their scholarship application, approximately 2 weeks after the end of the application month.

The Columbia University offers 76 MS Courses in all kinds of variety like Business, Finance, Computer Science, Chemistry, Pharmacology and many more. The tuition fee for MS Courses are INR 31.72 – 1.02 Cr. Some of the most expensive MS specializations are-

The Columbia University offers 76 MS Courses to international students in various interesting fields for a duration of 9 months to 3 years. The tuition fee for MS Courses are INR 31.72 L – 1.02 Cr. The Columbia University is ranked #19 in the world, #12 in USA and #11 for its MS Courses as per Shiksha's Popularity Ranking. The Columbia University is also ranked by other bodies like US News, ARWU, THE and QS.

Indian students should opt for Columbia University for these reasons-

·       Columbia University is one of the 8 Ivy Leagues

·       It has the best STEM Programs and Research Facilities – Irving Medical Centre and Lamont Doherty Earth Observatory

·       Global exposure to brands like Amazon, Google, Apple and Meta

·       Various Scholarships for Indian students