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Lets
take a look
Of the 1.2 million students pursuing postsecondary
education outside their home countries, more than
o ne-third choose to study in the United States.
Why do so many students from all over the world
choose U.S. colleges and universities? What does
the United States have to offer you? Let's take
a look
Academic Excellence
The United States has one
of the world's finest university systems, with
a wide range of programmes in virtually all fields.
There are excellent programmes at the undergraduate
level both in the traditional fields as well as
in some new and upcoming professional fields.
At the graduate level, students often have the
opportunity to work directly with some of the
finest minds in the world. Of course U.S. degrees
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Wider choice of majors
The education system in the United States has something
for everyone. Some U.S. colleges and universities stress
on broad educational principles, others stress practical,
employment-related skills; and still others specialize
in technical fields, the arts, or social sciences. As
a result, if you are looking for an institution where
you can study a particular field - no matter how unusual
or specific - you can usually find several from which
to choose in the United States. Cutting-Edge
Technology
U.S. universities offer some of the best technology
and educational techniques to their students. You
will become skilled in using the latest technology
to obtain and process information. You will find ways
to stay connected with people in your field all over
the world.
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Flexibility
Although many programmes are highly structured,
you will generally find many course choices. At
the advanced stages of a degree you will be able
to tailor your course work to fit your specific
needs. When you choose topics for independent
study for a graduate thesis or dissertation, you
can emphasize ideas that are important to you,
your field, and your country.
Support Services for International Students
At most institutions, the international student
office helps students from abroad to adjust to
their new environment. From orientation programmes
at the beginning of your degree programme to assistance
with resumes as you get ready to graduate, you
will find people at the university and in the
community who are interested in your success.
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Campus Life
U.S. universities provide a rich variety of academic,
cultural and athletic activities that add new dimensions
to your educational experience and also help you make
new friends.
Global Education
Experience in an international setting is a marketable
commodity. Your long-term career prospects can be
enhanced by and experience that develops self-confidence,
independence, and cross-cultural skills - attributes
in demand by employees world-wide
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