Depending on a program you will need to pass test (such as SAT achievement test, GMAT, GRE, TOEFL) or obtain required certificates and references (preferably from professors of the university that you apply to or widely recognized researchers, sometimes organizations that student was actively working with) prior to applying. Please note that these examinations are run only few times a year and you need to check deadlines and start preparation for selected program even a year earlier.

For more information on exams mentioned above, visit:

http://www.collegeboard.com

http://www.ets.org

http://www.princetonreview.com

Ukrainians need to apply for visa to study in the US. Unless you are blacklisted, you should have no problems with getting one from the local consulate or embassy of the US once you have been accepted for studies and have proper financing of your stay (you will receive proper documents from your university). Depending on the type of program that you want to participate in you will receive different visa (F-1, J-1 or M-1).

For more information on conditions of living and studying in the US, visit: http://www.edupass.org