American Community Colleges:
The International Student's Guide
Nonfiction, Social & Cultural Studies, Current Events, Political Science, Government, Local Government, Reference & Language, Education & Teaching, Higher Education
| Author: | C.J. Shane | ISBN: | 9780989221641 |
| Publisher: | Rope's End Publishing | Publication: | September 30, 2017 |
| Imprint: | Language: | English |
| Author: | C.J. Shane |
| ISBN: | 9780989221641 |
| Publisher: | Rope's End Publishing |
| Publication: | September 30, 2017 |
| Imprint: | |
| Language: | English |
American community colleges are a great choice for international students seeking higher education in the United States. This book will guide you through the process of becoming a community college student, help you to achieve your academic and career goals, and save a lot of money! Topics covered are: • how community colleges fit into the U.S. system of higher education • the advantages of starting your American education at a community college • the steps you must go through to study at an American community college • key factors to consider when choosing an American community college such as transfer agreements • the process of applying to and gaining entrance into a community college • the process of applying for a U.S. visa including required forms • the forms needed when arriving in the U.S. and passing through U.S. customs • choosing classes at your community college and how to register for those classes • how to get help improving your English-language skills • basics about living in America, including housing, transportation, and medical care • American culture and how to deal with culture shock • profiles of seven American community colleges in Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Massachusetts, Michigan, and Texas • commentary by international students currently studying at American community colleges Includes glossary of terms and index.
American community colleges are a great choice for international students seeking higher education in the United States. This book will guide you through the process of becoming a community college student, help you to achieve your academic and career goals, and save a lot of money! Topics covered are: • how community colleges fit into the U.S. system of higher education • the advantages of starting your American education at a community college • the steps you must go through to study at an American community college • key factors to consider when choosing an American community college such as transfer agreements • the process of applying to and gaining entrance into a community college • the process of applying for a U.S. visa including required forms • the forms needed when arriving in the U.S. and passing through U.S. customs • choosing classes at your community college and how to register for those classes • how to get help improving your English-language skills • basics about living in America, including housing, transportation, and medical care • American culture and how to deal with culture shock • profiles of seven American community colleges in Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Massachusetts, Michigan, and Texas • commentary by international students currently studying at American community colleges Includes glossary of terms and index.
