The Reality of Moving to the U.S. Right After Class 12 -
For most students, it’s too much, too soon:
– 13,000 km away, right after school
– Living alone at 17 or 18
– No friends, family, or support system abroad
– Managing visas, housing, and finances — alone
– ₹2 crore cost upfront, all at once
– Adapting to a new education system overnight
– No clarity on what comes after graduation
This program offers a simpler, safer path —
Time to grow.
Time to prepare.
Time for families to plan, step by step —
With 3 years in Chennai and 2 years in the U.S.
You begin at Rajalakshmi Engineering College (REC), Chennai — accredited by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) with an 'A++' Grade.
You build a strong foundation in programming, algorithms, systems, and data structures. The curriculum follows the same academic model used in the U.S.
You're also fully trained for the U.S. visa interview — with everything from documentation to mock rounds handled end-to-end.
By the end of Year 3, you're ready — academically, personally, and visa-approved — to move to the U.S. for the final two years.
In Year 4, you move to Arizona State University (ASU) — ranked #2 in the U.S. for employability among public universities*, and home to the largest engineering school in the U.S.
You build skills in computer science, AI, cloud computing, full-stack development, data science, and cybersecurity.
These two years prepare you to graduate with confidence — and take the next step: working in the U.S. through OPT.
*As per the Global Employability University Ranking and Survey, 2025.
You finish your Bachelor’s and have the option to pursue a Master’s in Computer Science through a single program.
This makes you eligible for the U.S. Optional Practical Training (OPT) program — including a 3-year work period — allowing you to apply your skills in real-world business and tech environments.
Because the first three years are completed in India,
you save up to 35% on the total cost of your Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees compared to a full residential program in the U.S.
Families don’t have to arrange the full U.S. expense upfront.
You get more time to plan, save, and manage costs — step by step.
If you're among the first 25 students to apply, you can get a no-collateral education loan that covers up to 100% of college fees and on-campus student housing (hostel).
There’s no need to fund everything upfront—your family gets time to plan, step by step.
Principles of Programming Languages
Data Structures and Algorithms
Exploring Data in R and Python
Data and
Information Security
Machine Learning for Data Science
This course focuses on modern techniques for uncovering complex structures in high-dimensional data. You’ll learn methods such as regularized regression, ensemble learning with trees, deep neural networks, clustering, dimension reduction, and state space modeling.
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
Here’s how to get started — one step at a time.
Review the prerequisites and required documents below to ensure your application is complete and ready for review.
Class 12 Academic Requirement
Have scored at least 60% in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) in Class 12.
Lab Science Requirement
Have studied chemistry, biology, physics, or general science for at least two years between Grades 9 and 12.
English Requirement
Have English as a mandatory subject in your academic record.
Software
Engineer
Full Stack Developer
Systems
Architect
Data Scientist
Data Analyst
Machine Learning Engineer
Cybersecurity Analyst
Ethical Hacker
Security Engineer
Mobile App Developer
Web Developer
Game Developer
IT Consultant
Product Manager
Project Manager
AI / ML Developer
Blockchain Developer
Cloud Architect
The first three years take place at Rajalakshmi Engineering College (REC) in Chennai — accredited with an ‘A++’ Grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC).
The final two years are completed at Arizona State University (ASU) — ranked #2 in the world for employability among public universities*.
*As per the Global Employability University Ranking and Survey, 2025.
NAAC 'A++' Grade
National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC), 2024 Accreditation Results
QS I-GAUGE: DIAMOND Rated
QS I-GAUGE, 2024 Institutional Ratings – India Edition
Rated AAAA+ by Careers360
Careers360, 2024 Ranking of Top Institutions to Study in India
Ranked in Top 10% — NIRF 2024 (Engineering)
National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), India Rankings 2024 – Engineering
Worldwide Among Universities Granted U.S. Patents.*
*As per U.S. National Academy of Inventors, 2023.
University for Innovation, Sustainability, and Global Impact.*
*As per U.S. News and World Report, 9 Years, 2016-24.
Public University, Chosen by International Students.*
*As per Institute of International Education, 2023.
in the U.S. for Employability Among Public Universities.*
*As per Global Employability University Ranking and Survey, 2024.
Undergraduate Students
Degree Programs
Faculty Members
Alumni Network
To begin your application or learn more, fill out the form below.
Please Note
Admissions are strictly limited to the first 25 eligible students from India who apply before 30ᵗʰ July 2025.
Rajalakshmi Engineering College,
Rajalakshmi Nagar Thandalam, Chennai - 602 105.
