Types of Qualifications
Here is a brief review of the prevalent study options offered in the US across different levels in American Dollars:
Here is a brief review of the prevalent study options offered in the US across different levels in American Dollars:
QUALIFICATION | DESCRIPTION | DURATION | FEES |
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Certificates Diploma |
Provided by institutions offering technical job-oriented programs to students and preparing them with the required skill sets for their aspiring field of industry. | 6 months- 2 years | $10,000-$25,000 |
Associate degree | Equivalent to first two years of a 4-year bachelor’s degree, offered by Community college. | 2 years | $15,000-$28,000 |
Bachelor’s Degree | Undergraduate programs focusing on academic knowledge in a variety of courses across various disciples. | 3-4 years | $10,000-$60,000 |
Post Graduate Diploma | Vocational in nature, this qualification aims to develop practical skills of students in a speedy manner. Students can apply after completing their bachelors’ degree preferable in a similar field. It can sometimes be equivalent to a masters’ qualification. | 1-2 years | $15,000-$35,000 |
Master’s Degree | Postgraduate programs provide a broader view of the subject area and available for coursework as well as research merit. It requires relevant bachelor’s degree from a similar field. | 1-2 years | $15,000-$45,000 MBA: $30,000-$80,000 |
Doctoral Degree Higher doctoral degree |
PhD is a premier research award which require a prior masters’ degree and a pre-approved research proposal by a panel of institutes academics for admission. It is awarded when students complete dissertation and successfully defend their work before a panel of faculty members. |
4-7 years | $25,000-$60,000 |