The American education system is managed and formulated by the state education committees and local governments. The school year can be divided into a semester system, a quarter system, and so on.
American Language School >>
Many schools in the United States have affiliated English schools or offer English classes, the purpose of which is to ensure that students reach a certain level of English before enrolling in regular courses. These schools also have short-term English courses, which are suitable for people of different ages, and the admission time is very flexible. Take IELTS as an example. Every 0.5 point difference requires 10 weeks of study, IELTS difference of 1 point requires 20 weeks of study, and so on.
U.S. Elementary and Secondary Schools >>
The primary and secondary schools in the United States are mainly public and private, and 90% of the schools are public schools. Public high schools in the United States are well-equipped and have a large number of students. The accommodation is generally arranged to live in a host family. Some public high schools will also consider accepting international students. Private high schools can admit international students, and most private high schools require students to take the SSAT test.
American elementary schools are from class 1 to class 6, and middle schools are from class 7 to class 12. They are divided into three middle schools (grades 5-8) and three-year high schools (grades 9-12). After completing the secondary school courses, students choose to go to different universities according to their intentions and abilities.
American AP Advanced Placement>>
If middle school students have achieved the required scores in a subject, they can take AP courses for that subject in the middle school stage. The courses will be more advanced in general middle school subjects, and they need to pass AP exams in order to obtain university credit exemption.
The AP exam is an exam provided by the Callege Board. The qualifications are widely recognized by many universities around the world. More than 3,600 universities in more than 55 countries will give AP candidates pre-school credits.
GPA score average
Most schools use GPA to calculate student scores of 4.0
According to the American College board, the GPA calculation method is as follows
ACT (American College Testing) >>
In 1959, Mr. Everett Franklin Lindquist formally established the examination system. It is another “American College Entrance Exam” besides SAT. ACT is more commonly used in Western and Southern universities in the United States. The test consists of English, Math, Reading, Science Reasoning plus optional Writing Tests, which are mainly tests. Reading, math, and writing skills that students must have in college. American students generally take the ACT test in 10th, 11th, or 12th grade. Some universities or colleges suggest or require a writing test (Writing Test), some do not need it, students can check with the school or refer to the following ACT website https://actapps.act.org/writPrefRM/
exam format
. The total score is 36 points (not including writing)
. Total time 2 hours 55 minutes (not including writing)
. Total time 3 hours 25 minutes (including writing)
American Community College ( Community College ) >>
Community Colleges in the United States are actually universities and can also be called two-year universities. The study period is two years to complete, and students can take the third-year course of a four-year university, and graduate with a degree and other classmates.
Community colleges have relatively low tuition fees and low admission requirements, and the courses offered are tailored to the needs of different students, so that more students have the opportunity to receive higher education. Since most of the students are from the district, the college generally does not have a dormitory. And two-year universities usually admit graduates who have just finished middle school.
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Entry Requirements :
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High school graduation
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Semester system:
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The year is divided into two semesters
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Fall (Fall semester from August to December)
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Spring (Spring semester 1 to May)
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Summer course (Summer session is an additional course from June to July
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Quarterly system:
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Each semester is approximately 11 weeks, and a year is four semesters
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Autumn (Fall semester September-December)
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Winter (Winter semester January-March)
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Spring (Spring semester March-June)
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Summer (Summer semester June-August)
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tuition fee :
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Approximately 8000 – 18000 USD
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American Credit Transfer (Degree Transfer) >>
American degree programs generally require 120 credits (depending on different universities have different credit systems). Students only need to complete all the credits within 4 years to complete the degree program, while completing the two-year community college program generally completes 60 credits ( Half of the credits of the degree course), you can apply to your favorite university after completion.
According to the content of the courses completed by the students within two years, the university attended and the overall grade (GPA), the university will decide whether to admit and the credits recognized by the university. If all the credits are recognized, you can go to the university to complete the final Two-year university course.
U.S. Credit Transfer Website
American University >>
The four-year bachelor’s degree program in the United States is divided into two types: state and private. Private universities usually charge higher fees. If Hong Kong students want to pass the four-year university entrance examination in the United States, they must complete secondary school courses and pass the English proficiency test TOEFL IBT 80 or IELTS 6.0 or above. Academic scores need to pass the SAT or ACT test. Usually in the first two years of a four-year university, general subjects are taken. In the third and fourth years, students will choose their real major subjects.
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Semester system:
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The year is divided into two semesters
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Fall (Fall semester from August to December)
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Spring (Spring semester 1 to May)
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Summer course (Summer session is an additional course from June to July
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Quarterly system:
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Each semester is approximately 11 weeks, and a year is four semesters
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Autumn (Fall semester September-December)
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Winter (Winter semester January-March)
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Spring (Spring semester March-June)
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Summer (Summer semester June-August)
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tuition fee :
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Approximately 8000 – 18000 USD |
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Enrollment date for primary and secondary schools:
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September, January
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semester:
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2 semesters a year, September is the official admission period
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Enrollment date:
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Generally, the assessment is based on the results of the school in the past 3 years
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tuition fee:
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Approximately USD 17,000-USD 39,000 (per year)
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SSAT (Secondary School Admission Test)
Middle School Entrance Examination>>
The SSAT secondary school entrance test was founded in 1957. It is an entrance test for private high schools in the United States and Canada. Some schools require students to provide the test scores. The exam focuses on mathematics, language and comprehension, and assesses students’ logical thinking and development potential. The examination is divided into upper level (Upper Level) for students applying for grades 8-11 and Lower Level (lower level) for students applying for grades 5-7. The low-level and high-level exams have the same format and time, but the difficulty and total score are different.
exam format
. The test is divided into three parts: mathematics, speech, reading, and composition (no scoring) *
. The Lower Level score ranges from 1320 – 2130 points *
. Upper Level (Upper Level) score ranges from 1500-2400 points *
. Normal students can only be competitive if they have scored more than 2000 points. Outside the US and Canada, five exams are held every year in November, December, 1, March, and April. Registration is closed one month before the exam*
* The above information is for reference only, and the SSAT webpage is not allowed. Different disciplines and universities have different requirements
SAT (Scholactic Assessment Test)
Academic ability assessment test >>
Sponsored by the College Board as early as 1901, the SAT has test rooms in many countries outside the United States, and Hong Kong is one of them. The score is used as an admission requirement for applying to American universities and can also be called ” American College Entrance Examination.” It mainly tests the reading, math and writing skills necessary for students in college. American students generally take the SAT test in the 10th, 11th, or 12th grade. The SAT is more generally accepted in coastal universities, while the Midwestern and Southern universities in the United States pay more attention to the ACT (American College Testing) test.
exam format
. The current examination format has been reformed since March 2005
. Divided into SAT1 and SAT2
SAT 1 Reasoning Test
. (Inference Test): Divided into three parts: Critical Reading, Mathematics and Writing, the scores are 200-800 points per subject
. The total score is 2400
. Total time 3 hours 45 minutes
SAT 2 Reasoning Test
. (Subject Test): The full score for each subject is 800 points. Subjects include mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, foreign languages (including Chinese, Japanese, German, French, Spanish), etc.
. Most American colleges only require SAT 1 scores. Whether SAT 2 is required depends on the requirements of individual colleges and subjects
examination time
. According to the current installation, SAT Reasoning Tests and Subject Tests are held six times a year in October, November, December, January, May and June all over the world outside the United States.
. In the United States, in addition to the above test period, there is also a SAT Reasoning Test in March every year
. Candidates must register for these two exams in Hong Kong through the website of the Council of American Universities
The SAT prep manual can be downloaded online at
American University College (On Campus College)
The affiliated college of the university, as the name suggests, is a course that is specially prepared for entering the university. The courses are taught in small classes, and the content is compiled according to the knowledge taught by the university and the knowledge needed to be used. Examples of essays, collection of reference books, presentation skills, and group discussions Students waiting for the completion of the course can be given priority to enter the university, no need to fight for a degree, some university affiliated colleges have dormitories, and students can also enjoy the facilities of the university campus.
American University Pathway Program Phase One >>
The first stage of the university pathway program is designed for overseas students. After half a year to one year, you can directly enter the first year of university. It is the safest and fastest way to obtain a degree. Optional subjects include engineering, law, science, liberal arts, and computer. , Business, media, and design are relatively easier to get a bachelor’s degree in the first stage of the SAT college entrance examination or the ACT college entrance examination, because students in the basic class of the university can advance to the school as long as they meet the specified score requirements, which can avoid competition with students from all over the country.
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It is very safe to enter a university. You only need to reach the course score when you graduate (GPA 2.5 or higher depends on the university and its subjects), you can directly enter the first year of the university, but you can only enter the university after graduation. It is very difficult to transfer. .
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Study period:
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8 months to 1 year
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Enrollment date:
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August, January, May
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Proceed to the first year of university after graduation
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tuition fee:
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Approximately 17500 – 27000 USD (per year)
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Entry Requirements:
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Form 5 or above
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American University Pathway Program Second Stage >>
The second stage of the university pathway program is designed for overseas students. After half a year to one year, you can directly enter the second year of university. It is the safest and fastest way to obtain a degree.
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It is very safe to enter a university. You only need to reach the course score when you graduate (GPA2.5 or higher depends on the university and its goal), you can directly enter the second year of the university, but after graduation, you can only enter the university and want to transfer. It’s very difficult.
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Study period:
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8 months to 1 year
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Enrollment date:
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August, January, May
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Proceed to the second year of university after graduation
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tuition fee:
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Approximately 18,000 – 28,000 USD (per year)
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Entry Requirements:
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HKDSE Secondary Six or above
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