Studying in the US
Posted on 03. Jan, 2012 by Brian R. in University
A lot of young people hope to achieve an international recognized education while studying in the United States of America. An education which will be sustainable and international straightened. In step with actual practice, interdisciplinary working, optimal assistance and latest university equipment are the main facts supporting studying in the US. Studying in the US is more school-like than in other countries.
The first two years have a more general education background and so they are more adapted for the personal orientation. A deepening professional study program starts with the beginning of the third year at the earliest. Sometimes it is only possible to do it in line with a master program.
American degrees
The bachelor degree is the common one in the US. It mostly consists of general studies, one major course and some electives. The bachelor program normally takes four years at which, like already mentioned, the first two years are more for general studies like history, mathematics and economics. The real professional part of the study program starts with the beginning of the third year. The bachelor degree can be achieved at universities and colleges. Higher degrees for further education like master or doctor can be only achieved at universities. Regarding the bachelor’s degree, there is no difference in quality between the college and the university one. The bachelor degree is the precondition for a master program. This master program takes another two years of studying.
How to make an application
It takes around 12-18 months of exact planning. Every university has its own deadline for making an application but usually it is 9 months before studying starts. The application has to be done directly at the specific university. The universities have their own selection procedures and with them they decide who they´ll take and who not. The standards can be very different between the individual universities. So it is a really hard challenge at top universities which only take 10-15 percent of all applications. Here a test-result can be essential of who will be accepted.
Finding the right college
With over 2000 universities it is not easy to pick the one which matches the individual requirements best. Search with the help of objective characteristics like the study programs which are offered and the costs. After that structure the search with reference to area, climate, size, sport possibilities,…e.g.
Conclusion
Studying in the US offers a lot of possibilities. Well prepared and organized while studying it will end up in a bachelor, master or doctor degree which is worldwide accepted and is important for being successful in raised businesses. Be sure about personal requirements, choose the right university and enjoy studying in the US.
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