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"Understanding higher education in the USA"
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"Understanding higher education in the USA"
How many types of higher education institutions do the USA have?
3
How do students apply to U.S universities?
on the Common Application (Main portal fo U.S college admissions)
What are the 3 ILS mentioned in the text?
Harvard, Yale, Princeton
Which students have to pay to go to ILS?
all of them
What are the names of the 3 types of higher education institutions?
Community College / State or public University / Private University or Ivy League Schools
What is offered to students in U.S universities and not in others?
Freedom to explore academic interests without specializing immediately / a broad knowledge base
Why do some students receive a financial support to pay their studies ?
low income families' students receive financial support because ILS are expensive
How much do students pay for tuition fees alone?
$ 60,000
What are the 3 graduations from Universities? (in order)
Undergraduate degree / Bachelor's degree /Master's degree/ PHD (doctorate)
What are 3 important factors for U.S universities?
academic interests / taking classes from different subjects / extracurricular activities / leadership / community involvement / emotional intelligence /academic prowess
At school, what do students need to do to be accepted in ILS? (3 elements)
excellent academic results/ good grades/ high marks
Strong school record /take challenging classes/ take standardized tests / letter of recommendation from teachers
How can students get money from their studies? (3 elements)
Financial aid / scholarships / Grants / loans / savings from parents / campus jobs
How long does it take to have a master's degree? a PhD?
Master's degree = 1 or 2 years
PhD = 3 to 6 years
Between 2020 and 2023, how many students applied to U.S universities?
30%
What 3 qualities are important to get to an ILS?
leadership, creativity and commitment
Which help do low income families get to pay the tuition fees?
Financial aid
What are the 4 of the main subjects offered by ILS?
Business, engineering, history and biology
What is the trend in the number of applicants to U.S universities?
it's increasing
Why is the essay important?
students explain who they are, what they have learned from their experiences, why they are a good fit for the university
What are the 4 on-campus jobs offered?
working in the library / cafeteria / research centre / administrative offices