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International Student's Guide to American Colleges: Part One
Out of all the universities and institutions around the world, U.S. colleges maintain their place as an object of highest pursuit by international students. According to an annual report called Open Doors, published by the Institute of International Education (IIE), the number of international students attending college on U.S. soil has increased 7% in the 2007/2008 school year bringing the record breaking number of student to 623,805.
Why the American Institution?
The growing trend of international students enrolling in American colleges reflects supremacy of higher education and job economy in the U.S in comparison to the foreign alternative. There are greater opportunities for internships and future job placement, and the United States offers a wider variety of career opportunities.
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