How much does the USA cost for international students?

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    Anurag Pal | Contributor-Level 10

    a year ago

    USA is a little expensive comparatively for most international students. The cost of living in the USA includes accommodation costs, travel expenses, electricity and phone bills etc. Therefore the cost of living in the USA will depend on an individual’s accommodation choices and lifestyle. The average cost of living in the USA for international students is as follows:

    Expenses in USA

    Average Yearly / Monthly cost

    Books and study material

    USD 900 - USD 2,000 per year

    Travel

    USD 300 - USD 700 per year

    Accommodation

    USD 9,800 - USD 11,100 per year

    Electricity

    USD 100 - USD 150 per month

    Food

    On campus: USD 250 per month

    Off-campus: USD 400 - USD 600 per month

    Phone subscription

    USD 50 per month

    Home Internet

    USD 45 - USD 50 per month

    Health Insurance

    USD 700 - USD 1,100 per year

    Clothes

    USD 500 per year

    Water, Trash and Sewer

    USD 50 - USD 75 per month

     

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