US Study
Schools in the United States are categorized into public and private institutions.
Public Schools: This sector is extensive, largely due to funding from the U.S. government. Approximately 90% of students in the U.S. attend public schools. While the U.S. Department of Education exists, its role differs from its counterparts in other countries. Primarily focused on researching and advising on educational policies, it does not involve itself in execution or supervision of local schools. Thus, it plays a significant role in national educational quality, research on educational issues, and the passage of educational legislation. Education in the U.S. is primarily planned and regulated by state governments, not the federal government. Public schools are funded and regulated by both state and federal governments and must adhere to state legislatures’ educational laws.
Private Schools: These operate largely independently of government oversight. However, parents and teacher associations (PTAs), along with other professional educational organizations, do influence school policies.
Education stage
Education in the United States can be divided into four stages: early education, primary school, secondary school, and higher education. Until high school graduation, students receive a general education. After that, in higher education institutions such as colleges, universities, and research institutes, they can pursue vocational or general education. The U.S. education system does not have national exams or university entrance exams. Instead, students apply to universities based on their academic records and SAT/ACT scores.
*College Education (College and University) – Ages 19 to 22
College education is typically divided into four-year colleges and community colleges. Completing a four-year college program leads to a bachelor’s degree, while community colleges usually offer associate degrees after a two-year program.
*Graduate School Education – Ages 22/23 and above
Graduate education includes master’s degrees, doctoral degrees, and professional degrees. The curriculum includes master’s programs, postgraduate courses, research-based degrees, and professional degrees (such as medicine or law). Master’s programs typically last 1 to 2 years, but the duration may vary depending on the school and discipline.
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