U.S. Higher Educational System

Public universities in the U.S. are equal to ...

• general universities

• private universities

• State universities

The academic year usually runs from August through May with breaks for holidays. Most universities use…

• the semester system (two terms)

• the quarter system (students attend three out of four total terms)

• the trimester system (three terms)

• all the variants are possible

Are there any age limitations to attend U.S. universities?

• Yes, the student must be not younger than 16 years old

• Yes, the student must be not younger than 17 years old

• Yes, the student must be not younger than 18 years old

Courses in the U.S. higher educational system are divided into…

• «core» subject area, which provides the foundation of the degree program

• «major» courses, which provide specialization in a subject area

• «elective» courses, which help to explore other topics of interest for a well-rounded educational experience

• All the variants are correct

What is the length of study for MBA programs in the U.S.?

• 1-2 years

• 2-3 years

• 4 years

What is a community college?

• Community college is typically state-supported and provides the first two years of a four-year undergraduate degree.

• Community college offers lower costs, easier admission policies, close ties to state schools, and many of the required courses connected to a degree.

• Both variants are correct.

What does GPA stand for?

• Grade Point Average;

• Graduation Party Availability

• Graduate Primary Average

• Grade Point Availability

Grades in the U.S. universities are typically determined by…

• Quizzes, papers, and projects

• Midterms, and final exams

• Class attendance, and class participation

• All the variants are correct

The U.S. Department of State network of over 430 international student advising centers in more than 175 countries and territories is called…

• EducationUSA

• KnowledgeUSA

• LearningUSA

The Higher educational system in the U.S. provides flexibility through…

• centrally organized or managed higher educational institutions

• private colleges and universities funded by a combination of endowments

• Both variants are correct