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Largest choice of universities and specialisations; STEM OPT gives up to 3 years of work experience after an eligible degree.
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USA vs Ireland for Indian Students
A side-by-side comparison of studying in the USA and Ireland: total cost in rupees, work during and after study, and long-term options.
- USA: median ₹98 lakh
- Ireland: median ₹39 lakh
- Ireland cheaper by ≈ ₹60 lakh
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USA or Ireland: which is better for Indian students?
On our university data, Ireland is cheaper: the median total cost is ₹39 lakh versus ₹98 lakh in the USA. After graduation, the USA offers OPT 12 months + 24-month STEM OPT extension for STEM-designated degrees, while Ireland offers stamp 1G: 1 year (Level 8), 2 years (Level 9 master's and above). The better choice depends on your course, budget and long-term plan.
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USA vs Ireland
- Median total cost
- USA: ₹98 lakh · Ireland: ₹39 lakh
- Duration
- USA: 1.5–2 years (some 1-year programs) · Ireland: Usually 1 year
- Intakes
- USA: Fall (Aug/Sep) · Ireland: September; limited January/February
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Choose Ireland if…
One-year master's with a 2-year post-study work visa; European HQs of major tech and pharma companies.
Budget first
Ireland is about ₹60 lakh cheaper at the median on our data.
Career first
Compare post-study work: USA (OPT 12 months + 24-month STEM OPT extension for STEM-designated degrees) and Ireland (Stamp 1G: 1 year).
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On our data, Ireland has the lower median total cost (₹39 lakh vs ₹98 lakh).
USA: OPT 12 months + 24-month STEM OPT extension for STEM-designated degrees. Ireland: Stamp 1G: 1 year (Level 8), 2 years (Level 9 master's and above).
USA: Up to 20 hours/week on campus during semesters. Ireland: 20 hours/week in term; 40 hours/week in holidays.
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