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Kolkata: 2023 EducationUSA University Fair provides insight into US higher education opportunities to aspirants

| @indiablooms | Sep 03, 2023, at 12:15 am

Kolkata: At least 1200 people, including parents, participated in the 2023 EducationUSA University Fair at a hotel in Kolkata on Friday as enthusiasts learnt about various programmes and procedures related to pursuing higher education in America.

The fair, hosted by EducationUSA at the United States-India Educational Foundation (USIEF), in coordination with the U.S. Consulate, Kolkata, provided an opportunity for students and their parents to meet representatives of 18 accredited universities and colleges from across the United States.

Students interested in bachelor’s, master’s, and PhD programs in the United States had the opportunity to ask university representatives questions about academics, student life, and financial assistance. 

“We welcome the opportunity to help Indian students achieve their dreams.  Whether you are researching your options at an American Center, walking through the application process with EducationUSA, or enjoying the world-class instruction and facilities you will find on a U.S. campus, the United States is honoured to support you on your road to success,” said Ambassador Eric Garcetti in New Delhi.

The 2023 EducationUSA University Fair is hosted by USIEF in coordination with U.S. Consulate Kolkata.

“We welcome the opportunity to help Indian students achieve their dreams.  Whether you are researching your options at an American Center, walking through the application process with EducationUSA, or enjoying the world-class instruction and facilities you will find on a U.S. campus, the United States is honoured to support you on your road to success,” said Ambassador Eric Garcetti in New Delhi.

Inaugurating the Fair in Kolkata, Consul General Melinda Pavek said, “Our shared emphasis on education, innovation, and scholarly exchange is one of the most important aspects of the U.S.-India relationship."

"Education is the essential connector between the U.S and India. It features in all our bilateral discussions at the highest levels, and within the four walls of our individual homes,” she said.

Adam Grotsky, Executive Director, USIEF, said: "Over the years, EducationUSA at USIEF has been committed to supporting the informational needs of prospective students who aspire to study at U.S. higher education institutions. We strongly encourage students and parents to seize this opportunity to seek authentic and unbiased information and take advantage of the wide variety of educational options available at U.S. college campuses."

U.S. Universities participating in the fair:

The George Washington University

Arizona State University

Illinois Institute of Technology

Iowa State University

Louisiana Tech University

Montclair State University

Old Dominion University

Syracuse University

New York University - Tandon School of Engineering

Northeastern University

University of Denver – Daniels College of Business

The University of Tulsa

USC Viterbi School of Engineering

University of Nebraska

University of Massachusetts Lowell

University of Houston

University of Utah – David Eccles School of Business

Washington State University

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