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Higher
Education in America
An American education is known throughout the world for its excellence,
flexibility and for the range of opportunities it affords. A degree
from one of ICEA carefully selected partner institutions will
give you the qualification you need to be internationally successful.
Undergraduate
Studies at University
Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Science (BS) degrees are granted after
4 years of successful study
In
your first year, as a Freshman, the focus is on
introductory courses giving a solid grounding in a wide range
of subjects. There is usually a compulsory core curriculum which
may include mathematics, science, English, history, logic and
philosophy, but which also allows you to choose electives in subjects
that interest you. This is also your chance to take introductory
courses in what you hope will become your main discipline of study
(known as your major). For example, you might take Economics as
a Freshman if you wish to study a Business major.
In
your second year or Sophomore year, you will complete
the core curriculum and advance in some subjects to the next tier.
Those students who have decided on a major may begin taking prerequisite
classes at this time. However, you are not required to form ally
declare a major until your junior year.
In
the third year, as a Junior, you will begin the
advanced coursework for your major and in your fourth year
which is your Senior year, you will take your last exams
and complete your Bachelor's degree.
Community
Colleges in America
These are two-year colleges offering a wide range of undergraduate
classes that can lead to an Associate’s degree. As well as traditional
core disciplines such as mathematics, business, science and history,
they also offer excellent vocational training in areas such as
tourism, accounting, electronics, graphic design, hospital administration,
and hospitality management. The curriculum is very flexible and
it is possible to complete one year of study or less and gain
valuable college credits. Alternatively, you can also progress
from community college to university, where you complete your
final two years to achieve the more advanced Bachelor's Degree.
Although
the academic requirements are not as stringent and class sizes
are typically much larger, the quality of teaching is still very
good and courses are very reasonably priced.
Language
Schools
Most international students do not have the English language requirements
to enable them to start their studies at either a university or
community college in America. Private language schools provide
expert tuition in order to assist students to reach college entry
levels as rapidly as possible. They also provide essential study
skills to help with integration into the American education system.
Some universities also offer their own ‘English as a Second Language’
programs on campus.
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