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Education in the United States
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Education in the United States is mainly provided by the public sector, with
control and funding coming from three levels: federal, state, and local.
Compulsory education is mandatory. A sub-type of compulsory education is
public education. Public education is universal at the primary and secondary
levels (known inside the United States as the elementary and high school
levels). At these levels, school curricula, funding, teaching, and other policies
are set through locally elected school boards with jurisdiction over school
districts. School districts are usually separate from other local jurisdictions,
with independent officials and budgets. Educational standards and
standardized testing decisions are usually made by state governments.

The ages for compulsory education vary by state, beginning at ages five to
eight and ending at the ages of fourteen to eighteen. A growing number of
states are now requiring compulsory education until the age of 18.

Compulsory education requirements can generally be satisfied by educating
children in public schools, state-certified private schools, an approved home
school program or in an orphanage. In most public and private schools,
education is divided into three levels: elementary school, middle school
(sometimes called junior high school), and high school (sometimes referred to
as secondary education). In almost all schools at these levels, children are
divided by age groups into grades, ranging from kindergarten (followed by
first grade) for the youngest children in elementary school, up to twelfth
grade, which is the final year of high school. The exact age range of students
in these grade levels varies slightly from area to area.

Post-secondary education, better known as "college" in the United States, is
generally governed separately from the elementary and high school system,
and is described in a separate section below.

In the year 2000, there were 76.6 million students enrolled in schools from
kindergarten through graduate schools. Of these, 72 percent aged 12 to 17
were judged academically "on track" for their age (enrolled in school at or
above grade level). Of those enrolled in compulsory education, 5.2 million
(10.4 percent) were attending private schools. Among the country's adult
population, over 85 percent have completed high school and 27 percent have
received a bachelor's degree or higher. The average salary for college or
university graduates is greater than $51,000, exceeding the national average
of those without a high school diploma by more than $23,000, according to a
2005 study by the U.S. Census Bureau. The United States school system
includes over 5,000 Montessori schools.

The country has a reading literacy rate at 98% of the population over age 15,
while ranking below average in science and mathematics understanding
compared to other developed countries. In 2008, there was a 77% graduation
rate from high school, below that of most developed countries.

The poor performance has pushed public and private efforts such as the No
Child Left Behind Act. In addition, the ratio of college-educated adults entering
the workforce to general population (33%) is slightly below the mean of other
developed countries (35%) and rate of participation of the labor force in
continuing education is high. A 2000s study by Jon Miller of Michigan State
University concluded that "A slightly higher proportion of American adults
qualify as scientifically literate than European or Japanese adults".

Why Study in the USA

You have read about the U.S.A. every day in the news, watched Hollywood
films, listened to U.S. songs and music videos and talked to people from the U.
S.A. Only by living in the U.S.A. can you truly become fluent in English and
gain a deeper appreciation and understanding of U.S. culture.

Life in the U.S.A. will probably be different from what you expect. You may be
pleasantly surprised to find that the images from films and television programs
are not always true. That is, Americans come in a variety of sizes, colors and
shapes. Americans in general are very friendly and will be interested in learning
about you and your country.

For any international student, the U.S.A. has a lot to offer: the most
prestigious, top ranked education anywhere in the world, eclectic cities and
beautiful natural parks, artistic, cultural, political and athletic events, and a
very multicultural population.
Diversity

The land and people of the U.S.A. are incredibly varied. Wherever you choose
to study, you will encounter a regional culture rich in history, local traditions
and customs. The U.S.A. is a multi-racial society that is still absorbing new
immigrants, which makes it a very dynamic and exciting place to experience.
While students must exercise caution in a few locations, in much of the U.S.A.,
streets and university campuses are clean and safe.
Differences

U.S. universities may differ from those in your own country in several ways.
For one thing, classes are generally small. There may be as few as ten to
twenty students in a class; an education in the U.S. A. gives you the personal
attention you need in order to succeed. While in class, students are
encouraged and expected to contribute to the discussion. Professors meet
with students in their offices or even share coffee or meals with them. The
close relationship between students and faculty serves to motivate students
and fosters a personal approach to the curriculum. Studying in the U.S.A.
gives you the opportunity to gain a mentor in your given career field, an
invaluable resource.

You may be surprised at your professors’ willingness to challenge authority.
Academic freedom is one of the hallmarks of a U.S. university. You will notice
different perspectives on instruction. In the U.S.A., students are trained to
observe and analyze a problem, then solve it. You will be expected to listen to
your classmates and challenge their points of view. The goal is pragmatic, so
that you will gain confidence and the ability to organize and present an
argument.

Most U.S. university students live on or near the school campus. When you
are studying in the U.S.A., you will have many opportunities to join planned
and informal activities with other students, such as hiking, skiing, museum
visits, excursions to new cities, and U.S.A. tourist attractions. Imagine visiting
New York and taking a ferry to the Statue of Liberty! This interaction with
other students will enhance your language skills. Your fellow students will also
teach you about U.S. culture and about the diverse cultures represented on
any U.S. campus.
The Leading Edge

While studying in the U.S.A., you will be exposed to some of the most up-to-
date developments in technology. The U.S.A. is the leader in many areas of
technology. You may be fortunate enough to meet, and even study, with the
leading scholars in your chosen field. Why not study with the best?

Studying in the U.S.A. will exhilarate you. It will change the landscape of your
life permanently. We guarantee that you will return home changed: more
confident, more open and knowledgeable, a citizen of the world with a much
broader perspective!

Study in the U.S.A. can help you to embark on this exciting academic voyage,
and to make the next decision—where to study.

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