Help Students Plan their U.S. Education Journey With Confidence
Compare careers, salaries and costs across U.S. cities with SPENDiD — built for students from abroad pursuing education in the United States.
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What SPENDiD Does For Students
🎯 Career Fit
Get matched to your best career options based on your interests and goals.
💰 Salary Insights
Explore expected earnings by profession in various U.S. cities after graduation.
🏙️ Localized Budgeting
Understand housing, food, utilities and all other "real world" costs by zip code or metro area.
🎓 Smart Education Paths
Compare the true cost of 2-year vs. 4-year programs before you commit.
Real Example: Rohan from Mumbai
Rohan is choosing between a 4-year university in New York and a 2-year community college in Texas. SPENDiD helps him compare:
- 💸 Rent: $1,900/month (NYC) vs. $850/month (Dallas)
- 💼 Starting Salary: $74,000 vs. $67,000
- 📊 Total Education & Living Cost over 4 years
With SPENDiD, Rohan chooses the smarter path — saving over $28,000 while securing a strong career start.
How It Works
- Select your career interest and target cities
- See projected income and cost of living by location
- Compare career and college path options
- Build a smart budget before you even arrive
