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Aim for the Ivy League
with AMET.
All eight Ivy League universities in one place — campuses, rankings, programs, need-based financial aid and US work rights, with one AMET application plan for up to 10 programs.
Find a course at an Ivy League university
Searches AMET’s live course database (the same ORCA course data behind amet.com.au/course), limited to the eight Ivy League universities. Results open in the full course finder, where you can compare and apply.
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Ivy League campuses on the map
All eight Ivies are in the US Northeast — from Hanover, New Hampshire to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania — with three in or near New York City.
Campuses
The eight Ivy League universities
Compare the Ivies, open their official undergraduate and graduate program pages, check financial aid, or add a university to your application plan.
Why aim for an Ivy League university
The Ivy League is a group of eight private universities in the US Northeast, known for highly selective admission, world-leading faculty and powerful alumni networks.
QS World University Rankings 2027, published June 2026 (= means tied).
Global prestige
Ivy League degrees are recognised by employers and graduate schools worldwide, and five Ivies sit in the QS global top 30.
Aid based on need, not merit
Ivies offer no academic or athletic scholarships — aid is based on financial need, and all meet 100% of demonstrated need for admitted students.
Need-blind for internationals
Harvard, Yale, Princeton and Dartmouth — and Brown from the Class of 2029 — don’t consider international applicants’ ability to pay.
Funded PhDs
Ivy League PhD programs typically guarantee five or more years of tuition, stipend and health insurance, including for international students.
Up to 3 years of US work rights
F-1 graduates can work for 12 months on OPT, plus a 24-month STEM OPT extension for STEM-designated degrees.
Expert application guidance
AMET helps with university selection, essays, testing, Early Decision strategy, the CSS Profile and your F-1 visa.
US work rights after an Ivy degree — calculate yours
On an F-1 student visa you can work after graduation on Optional Practical Training (OPT). STEM-designated degrees add a 24-month extension — up to 3 years in total.
Estimates only — eligibility is decided by US authorities. After OPT, many graduates move to an H-1B work visa through their employer.
| Stage | Length | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Post-completion OPT | 12 months | Per degree level; apply up to 90 days before and 60 days after program end. |
| STEM OPT extension | +24 months | STEM-designated degree and an E-Verify employer. |
| H-1B work visa | Up to 6 years | Employer-sponsored, selected by annual lottery; F-1 graduates changing status in the US are exempt from the 2025 US$100,000 fee. |
Watch list (October 2026): DHS has proposed new fees on OPT authorisations (not in force), the fixed four-year “duration of status” rule is blocked by a court, and the H-1B fee is under litigation. See the news section below; AMET counsellors can explain how these affect your plans.
Ivy League financial aid and funding
Search need-based aid policies and PhD funding checked on each university’s official website in October 2026. Undergraduate aid requires the CSS Profile and is based on your family’s finances.
Values, criteria and deadlines change — always confirm on the institution’s page. Income thresholds marked “See website” are not confirmed for international families.
Build your Ivy League application plan
Choose up to 10 Ivy League programs. Your AMET counsellor reviews your profile and guides every application through the Common App and each university’s portal.
How it works
- Choose up to 10 programsUse “Add to application” on any university, scholarship or course, or type them here.
- A counsellor reviews your profileWe check testing, English scores, essays and need-based aid options.
- Plan deadlines and essaysWe map Early and Regular Decision dates and help you shape strong essays.
- Submit and trackWe help you submit through the Common App or university portals and track every decision.
- Accept, visa and arriveWe help with your I-20, SEVIS fee, F-1 visa interview and pre-departure.
Prefer to talk first? Book a free consultation or message us on WhatsApp +61 433 463 333.
Ask Ava or TEMA — any time
Get instant answers about the Ivy League, applications, financial aid and US visas, 24/7.
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Chat with TEMA
AMET’s AI bot answers from AMET’s own course and study information, and hands you to a human counsellor when you’re ready.
US visa and education news
Policy changes affecting international students in the US, current to October 2026.
Ivy League events with AMET
Expos, webinars and application review days at AMET offices worldwide.
Common questions
Which universities are in the Ivy League?
Brown, Columbia, Cornell, Dartmouth, Harvard, the University of Pennsylvania, Princeton and Yale.
Do Ivy League universities give scholarships to international students?
They don’t offer merit or athletic scholarships. Instead, they give need-based financial aid and meet 100% of demonstrated need for admitted students. Harvard, Yale, Princeton and Dartmouth (and Brown from the Class of 2029) are need-blind for internationals.
When should I start?
Ideally 12–18 months before entry. Early Decision and Early Action deadlines are usually 1 November, and Regular Decision deadlines fall in early January.
Can I work while studying in the US?
F-1 students can generally work on campus up to 20 hours a week during term. Off-campus work is limited to authorised options such as CPT and OPT.
Does AMET charge for applications?
AMET’s Australian university admission service is free. US application support is a paid package, from A$2,200 for 3 universities or A$3,500 for 5 universities. Your counsellor will confirm what’s included before you start.
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