Reasons to study in the US
Last year, a record was set with about 764,500 international students choosing the United States as their destination. The United States of America consists of 50 states with the world's third largest population of about 315,045,000 people. The United States is also famous for having a very diverse climate and terrain due to its large size.
Education in the USA
Owning one of the most prestigious education systems in the world with the best courses in all fields. The system of higher education in the United States attracts students from all walks of life, with a huge number of training institutions, you will be spoiled for choice where you will continue to study your favorite field.
U.S. undergraduate institutions can offer a wide variety of courses for different majors, giving international students more flexibility in their choices. You will be able to change courses or adjust the program to best suit your own career, such as if you want to combine English with Philosophy or even Contemporary Music with History.
Studying abroad in the United States provides students with more opportunities for research, teaching, and training. The United States has always produced many experts in areas such as health, technology, and science.
According to the Times World University Rankings 2012 – 2013, the United States has 15 top 20 universities in the world, with California Institute of Technology in first place, and Stanford University in second.
Activities outside the classroom
Just as important as classwork, American education encourages students to actively participate in extracurricular activities. With a variety of cultural and social activities, sports clubs for you to choose from, and it is also a better opportunity to get to know many new friends.
Every state in the United States has its own beauty, both in terms of people and landscapes. From the vibrant, bustling New York, to the Nevada desert, and from the beautiful beaches and parks of Florida to the high mountains of Alaska, the United States is truly the cradle of scenic spots. As a student studying abroad in the United States, you should explore as much as possible this wonderful country.
Climate in America
The climate in the United States varies widely across the country, divided into different regions.
The Pacific Northwest, including states like Washington and Oregon, is almost the wettest, but the average temperature remains 320C and can get even hotter in the summer. Make sure you bring enough warm clothes for the winter, but also don't forget sunglasses and lighter clothes for the summer.
The South Central Pacific includes California, Wyoming, Colorado, Utah, and Montana. These are very dry states in the summer, where California is known for great weather, so it's best to bring warm layered clothing, especially if you're in the north, and don't forget to bring swimsuits. Colorado, Utah, and Nevada are very famous for skiing in the winter so pay attention to wearing warm if you want to go there.
If you're in the Southwest like Arizona, Texas, Oklahoma and parts of Louisiana and Arkansas, then you're in the hottest climate and also the region with the highest rainfall, so a rain jacket or an umbrella is not superfluous. Summers are usually very hot, with temperatures around 380C.
The Northeast and Southeast of the United States rain all year round, with warm, mild summers and autumns. The winters are not long, but you still need warm clothes. Summers are great and warm, so thin clothes will always be needed.
Illinois, the Dakotas, Michigan, Wisconsin, and Indiana states are located in the Midwest. Although generally quite dry, the area is often very cold, snowy, and windy in winter, with temperatures reaching -400C. Make sure you have enough heat-resistant clothing and warm coats. Summer is quite pleasant so you can absolutely wear your favorite summer clothes.
Knowing the climate and getting the clothes you need to travel to a large and diverse country like the United States, will make your trip easier.
Living and studying in a country as diverse and wonderful as the United States is a precious opportunity, there will be many doors waiting for you, both personally and professionally. You will easily realize that studying in the United States is the best time of your life.
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