Is it better to choose USA or UK for my MBA considering visa issues and current scenarios?
The UK is currently a more secure and cost-effective choice for your MBA if visa approval rates and post-study work options are your priority.
- Visa approval: The UK offers a higher approval rate for Indian students compared to the USA, though both countries have tightened rules recently.
- Post-study work (Graduate Visa): The UK allows MBA graduates to stay and work for up to 2 years (18 months for applications after 1 January 2027). The USA offers 12 months of Optional Practical Training (OPT), with an additional 24 months only for STEM graduates; securing long-term work visas in the USA is highly competitive.
- Program duration: UK MBAs are usually 1 year (lower cost, faster entry to workforce); US MBAs are typically 2 years.
Visa policies and work rights are subject to change. For tailored university and visa guidance, connect with your LeapScholar counsellor.
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