Overview
US Universities Application Deadline for International Students 2024
Timeline to Apply for Fall Intake in USA
Timeline to Apply for Spring Intake in USA
Timeline to Apply for Summer Intake in USA
Conclusion

USA Universities Application Deadlines for 2023-2024

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29 June 2023

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Overview

Studying in the USA offers a plethora of good opportunities for international students. Firstly, the country is renowned for its amazing academic facilities, cutting-edge technologies, up-to-date sports infrastructure, and world-class facilities.

This ensures students access a stimulating learning environment that fosters intellectual growth and encourages innovation. Apart from this, the practical approach to teaching in American universities encourages students to actively participate in hands-on learning experiences, fostering critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and real-world application of knowledge.

Every year the country receives millions of applications from different parts of the world. Applying to US universities and getting visa approval is a lengthy process. Every university has a certain deadline by which they accept applications. In this blog, let’s discuss the timeline for the application process and the deadline to apply to US universities for international students. Let’s get this interesting read started the, shall we?

US Universities Application Deadline for International Students 2024

Here we have provided the intakes available and application deadlines of some of the best universities in the USA.

Serial No.	University	Campus	Intakes	Application Deadline
1	Johns Hopkins University	Baltimore, Maryland	Fall (Aug), Spring (Jan), Summer (Jun)	Fall: 15 Dec, Spring: 15 Sep, Summer: 31 Dec, Aug: 15 Dec, Jan: 15 Sep, Jun: 31 Dec
2	Arizona State University	Tempe	Fall (Aug), Spring (Jan)	Fall: 29 Dec, Spring: 14
3	University of Albany - State University of New York	Albany, New York	Fall (Aug), Spring (Jan)	Fall: 01 Aug, Spring: 01 Dec
4	Saint Louis University	St. Louis, Missouri	Fall (Aug), Spring (Jan), Summer (May)	Fall: 01 Jul, Spring: 01 Nov, Summer : 07 Apr
5	Kent State University	Kent, Ohio	Fall (Aug), Spring (Jan)	Fall: 15 Jun, Spring: 01 Nov
6	University of Massachusetts Boston (UMass Boston)	Boston, Massachusetts	Fall (Aug), Spring (Jan)	Fall: 20 Apr, Spring: 01 Oct
7	University of Idaho	Moscow, Idaho	Fall (Aug), Spring (Jan)	Fall: 01 May, Spring:15 Oct
8	New Jersey Institute of Technology	Newark, New Jersey	Fall (Sep), Spring (Jan)	Fall: 01 May, Spring: 15 Nov
9	Texas State University	San Marcos, Texas	Fall (Aug), Spring (Jan)	Fall: 01 Jun, Spring: 01 Oct
10	San Francisco State University	San Francisco, California	Fall (Aug), Spring (Jan)	Fall: 01 March, Spring: 01 Oct
11	Florida Institute Of Technology	Melbourne, Florida	Fall (Aug), Spring (Jan), Summer (May)	Fall (Aug): 01 Jun, Spring (Jan): 14 Oct, Summer (May): 01 Apr
12	University of Dayton	Dayton	Fall (Aug), Spring (Jan), Summer (May)	Fall: 15 Aug, Spring: 01 November, Summer: 04 June
13	California State University, Fresno	Fresno, California	Fall (Aug), Spring (Jan)	Fall (Aug): 01 May, Spring (Jan): 01 Nov
14	University of the Pacific	Stockton, California	Fall (Aug), Spring (Jan)	Fall : 22 Jul, Spring : 25 Nov, Aug : 22 Jul, Jan : 25 Nov
15	California State University, San Bernardino	San Bernardino	Fall (Aug), Spring (Jan)	Fall (Aug): 15 Jul, Spring (Jan): 15 Dec
16	Adelphi University	Garden City, New York	Fall (Aug), Spring (Jan)	Fall: 18 Jul, Spring: 14 Dec
17	University of Colorado Denver	Denver, Colorado	Fall (Aug), Spring (Jan)	Fall: 15 Feb, Spring: 15 Sep

Timeline to Apply for Fall Intake in USA

Fall is the most popular intake in USA among international students. Technically, it is the start of the academic year. Almost all the US universities accept applications from international students during this intake for all the courses. Below we have mentioned the Fall admission in USA 2024 deadline and the application timeline.

Month	Description
June - September	Search for the best universities according to your course and budget. Also, check the eligibility criteria and get all your documents ready.
October - January	Make the application at your shortlisted universities.
February - March	During this time, you’ll receive an offer letter from the university. After receiving the offer letter, apply for I-20 form.
April	Fill out your visa application form (Form DS-160). Also, fill out CGI and pay the SEVIS fee.
May - July	Appear for the Visa Interview. Also, carry all documents with you during the interview.
July - August	Book your flight tickets to the US
August	Fly to the US and enjoy your study abroad journey

Timeline to Apply for Spring Intake in USA

Spring is another major intake in the USA. International students who miss a chance to apply in the Fall intake generally apply in the spring intake. So, if you have also missed the chance for Fall intake 2023, don’t miss the chance to apply before the spring admission in USA 2024 deadline. Also, check the timeline below to apply for the Spring 2024 intake in USA.

Month	Description
February – March	Shortlist the universities according to your course preferences and budget. Also, check the scholarships and eligibility criteria of the university.
April - May	Appear for an English proficiency test and standardise admission test if required to apply for your course at the certain university.
June – July	Get the results of your proficiency test and get all your other documents ready.
August – September	Apply to all the shortlisted universities for your course.
October	Get the letter of confirmation from the university.
November	Complete all the processes of a US student visa and pay the SEVIS fee.
December	Book your flight ticket and pack your bag for your study abroad journey.
January	Move to your dream university.

Timeline to Apply for Summer Intake in USA

Fall and Spring intakes are popular intakes in USA when compared to summer intakes. However, the summer intake has its advantages. The chances of getting an offer letter from the university are highest during summer intake due to fewer applications. Now, let’s check the timeline and deadline for Summer intake in USA.

Month	Description
July – August	Research for US Summer Intake Universities. Decide the course you want to study in USA and find the best universities by considering all the factors
September	Take the Required tests to study in USA. Appear for tests required to study in USA universities - GMAT, GRE, SAT and ACT. Language proficiency tests include IELTS, TOEFL, Duolingo, etc.
October - November -	Start applying to your selected universities in the USA and attach the relevant documents with your student application for the US university.
December	Receive an offer letter from the university in the USA if your application is selected.
January - February	After getting an offer letter from a US summer intake university, apply for a US student visa and loans, if needed and pay your SEVIS fee.
March/ April	Once you receive your US student visa, book your flight tickets to the US.
May	You’re all set to fly to your university in the US.

Conclusion

To conclude, as an international student, you must research the university well in advance and apply to them at least a month before the deadline. Applying to the university before the deadline increases the chances of getting an offer letter. So without further delay, start your study abroad journey as soon as possible.

If you are still unsure or would like to get deeper insight, we encourage you to speak with our team of expert counsellors at Meridean Overseas Education Consultants (MOEC). If you are unable to travel to our offices, we offer online counselling services via our website. Our dedicated counsellors will provide you with the best guidance regarding your application to study in USA. Don't hesitate to contact us at application02@meridean.org or call us at 1800-1230-00011.