USA
USA
The United States of America is the world’s third largest country in size and nearly the third largest in terms of population. Located in North America, the country is bordered on the west by the Pacific Ocean and to the east by the Atlantic Ocean. Along the northern border is Canada and the southern border is Mexico.Major cities include New York, a global finance and culture center, and Washington, DC, the capital, both on the Atlantic Coast; Los Angeles, famed for filmmaking, on the Pacific Coast; and the Midwestern metropolis Chicago.
- Capital: Washington, D.C.
- Dialing code: +1
- President: Donald Trump
- Population: 318.9 million (2014)
When planning for higher education, it is important to introspect and make an informed decision before taking the plunge. Studying abroad doesn’t just give you tangible degrees and certificates; it is an experience that helps you evolve once you set out of your comfort zone.
WORLDWIDE RECOGNITION
U.S. has a pool of academic institutions that are among the best in the world. The quality of education is periodically reviewed by various organizations. Hence colleges and universities in the US have to constantly work hard to maintain their quality of education.The American education system requires that students complete 12 years of primary and secondary education prior to attending university or college.
A lot of international students pick USA because of its strong reputation when it comes to higher education. With over 4000 universities across the country, the US higher education system is always held in high esteem, is extremely prestigious and exerts a powerful influence on the rest of the world. Undoubtedly, a degree from a top US university is like having global citizenship.
Gaining a US degree is an extremely impressive accomplishment as it is not only accredited with different organizations and professional bodies but is also recognized among all quarters of the industry.
ACADEMIC FLEXIBILITY
The education system of USA is designed to be very student friendly and offers plentiful study varieties according to the needs and interests of an individual.
Students at an undergraduate level are encouraged to explore variety of subjects according to their preferences before they declare their choice of major at the end of their second year.
US education does not just offer traditional courses but wide spectrums of unconventional courses are also offered that help students broaden their perspectives and make the overall learning experience interesting and exciting.
US universities not just allow students to choose between various minor, majors, double majors but also give them an option to select when to attend classes, how many classes to enroll for in each semester and so on.
All in all, the US education system is very conforming to each student’s needs and preferences.
Academic and professional programs and social activities on campuses and at corporate headquarters of possible employers provide additional enrichments
RESEARCH & TECHNOLOGY
Regardless of what degree a student chooses to pursue, he/she gets immense exposure to the newest and modern technology, which serves as an impressive building block in the overall learning experience.
Research in the US universities has been widely recognized as one of the core benefits of studying in US and the universities have earned a respectable stature in the world due to their remarkable research contributions made over the years. The US universities take pride on being at the forefront of technology and educational techniques, and in making available to their students the best possible equipment and resources.
FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES
Granting of scholarships for Indian students to study in USA is based on academic merit and distinction in other non-scholastic works. There are majorly two types of scholarships options available to choose from-
- Merit based scholarship: Facilitated to meritorious students who have demonstrated their academic or non academic excellence throughout. In addition to this, exceptionally high scores in standardized tests such as SAT or ACT can also be taken into consideration.
- Need based scholarships which are based on the financial capacity of deserving candidates. It is offered to those students, whose family resources (as calculated by a standardized formula) are not sufficient to cover the educational costs. While there is a limited need-based aid for the international students, there are many merit-based scholarships for the world’s brightest.
WORLD CLASS FACULTY
Most teachers/ professors in the US universities have a strong background of research and decades of experience in the industry and academics. The professors introduce new approaches to teaching and research methodologies and are always encouraging of their students to bring out their best. Students gain immense confidence and develop an ability to organize and present arguments without fearthrough challenging sessions. The interactions are both formal and informal allow students to form a great bond with their professors and more often than not, these respectable academicians become great mentors to their students.
ENHANCED CAMPUS LIFE
After all, it is rightly said that the friends and experiences obtained during campus life are worth as much as education itself.Since US Education is very popular among all international students, staying on campus helps students in making new friends from all over the world, learn a lot about other cultures and communities and enrich their experience.
The US universities are also known for their vibrant campus life which offers a great mix of academics and extracurricular activities. For many international students, living in a dormitory with other university students gives them an opportunity to meet new people from different backgrounds and make lifelong bonds.
Sporting activities play a major role in the US universities. Even if one does not take part in any sport they can always be part of many other social events on campus or be part of the student government, student clubs, university newspaper etc.
GLOBAL OPPORTUNITIES
US universities focus on the aspect of preparing their students in a manner that is applicable worldwide. This attracts top employers of the world who seek a wide range of knowledge, adaptability and experience that students acquire by studying in the US. They often look to hire employees who not only have multi-cultural language skills, but also who can help communicate, negotiate and conduct businesses across different cultures and geographies.
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