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5 Tips on Understanding the U.S. Education System

5 Tips on Understanding the U.S. Education System

Oct 15, 2015

1. Each university and college has different admission and test score requirements

2. Grade Point Average (GPA) is used to measure academic marks

3. You can change your program of study or transfer schools 

4. While pursuing your bachelor's degree, you will be required to take courses in a variety of subjects

5. The school calendar year begins in August or September and ends in May or June

Find out more in our article Understanding the American Education System.

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