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The documents required in the visa process for Indian students at the Southern California Institute of Technology, USA are:Provisional Admission Letter: SCIT will issue a "Provisional Admission Letter" to foreign national students who require a student visa after they have paid the administrative fee and part of the annual academic fee.Student Visa: The student visa must be a Student Visa and must specifically mention "Symbiosis International (Deemed University)" as the institution. Any other type of visa is invalid and will not grant final admission.Financial Documents: For the visa interview at the Indian Embassy, students must carry relevant documents to prove how they intend to finance their education in the USA.Transcripts and Certificates: Students must have a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade (45% for SC/ST) in their 10+2 or equivalent examination, with Mathematics as one of the subjects. 

There are several key differences when it comes applying to Heidelberg University in Germany as compared to applying to universities in the United States, based on the following factors:1. Heidelberg University allows you to directly apply for your desired program or degree while other universities of USA expect you to fullfill the eligibilty criteria of a comprehensive application that includes essays, recommendation letters, standardized test scores (such as SAT or ACT), and extracurricular activities to deem whether you are a fit for your desired major/program.2. University of Heidelberg emphasises mainly on your academic performance in specific subjects relevant to your chosen major along with additional skills relevant to what you want to pursue.On the other hand, universities of the US follow a more holistic pattern by adding significant emphasis on your overall GPA, standardized test scores, and extracurricular involvement in various different fields.3. Finally, extracurriculars can make or break your application when it comes to seeking a spot in an American university as there is a large degree of emphasis upon activities apart from your academics in the US.Since extracurricular activities are not as important in Germany, Heidelberg University pays more attention to your academic ventures and qualifications. 

Choosing one out of both the universities, Heidelberg University and University of Texas, Austin depends on a variety of factors including your desired program, preferred location, future aspirations and career prospects. When we compare the cost of tuition between the two, Heidelberg University becomes the more reasonable option. Since it is a public university in Germany, its per semester tuition fees are lesser for international students while the University of Texas, Austin has a comparatively higher tuition which may be decreased based on scholarships. In addition to this,  Heidelberg University is particularly reputed for its scientific and technical programs while the University of Texas, Austin follows a more interdisciplinary format and may be more useful for those aspiring for a career in the arts. Hence, in terms of specialisation, Heidelberg University stands out between the two. Finally, if you wish to settle in Germany or other parts of Europe, Heidelberg University provides the foundation necesary to establish a successful career in the European landscape.

Living on campus allows students to fully get the university experience. The university offers a variety of housing and accommodation options from traditional styles to apartments and suites. The cost of living for international students will depend on the type of accommodation and their lifestyle. Check below the housing rates in USD:Traditional Accommodation CostResidence HallCostBeede HallUSD 2,098 - 3,179 (INR 1.75L - 2.65L)Mickelson HallUSD 2,098 - 3,179 (INR 1.75L - 2.65L)Olson HallUSD 2,098 - 3,179 (INR 1.75L - 2.65L)Richardson HallUSD 2,098 - 3,179 (INR 1.75L - 2.65L)Burgess HallUSD 2,445 - 3,179 (INR 2.0L - 2.65L)Norton HallUSD 2,445 - 3,179 (INR 2.0L - 2.65L)Apartments & Suites CostResidence HallApartmentsSuitesCoyote VillageUSD 3,753 - 4,531 (INR 3.10L - 3.75L)USD 3,545 - 4,255 (INR 2.95L - 3.55L)McFadden HallUSD 3,616 - 4,367 (INR 3.0L - 3.65L) *USD/INR = 83.32