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Approximate budget of an international student in the US is as follows:
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Travel costs to the US: | $400-$2,000 |
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Travel costs within the US: | $200-$800 |
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Application fees: | $50-$75 |
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Entrance examinations ($100-$200 per examination, regularly entrants have to pass at least two tests): | $500 |
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Tuition fees per academic year (may vary significantly depending on the institution): | $4,000-$40,000 |
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Study materials per academic year: | $400-$1,000 |
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Room and board per academic year (some dormitories may be closed during summer months): | $2,000-$8,000 |
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Cost of apartment per month: | $300-$800 |
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Cost of meals per year: | $2,400 |
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Health insurance per year: | $250-$500 |
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Other expenses (clothing, personal expenses, etc.): | $2,000 |
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