Colleges

core course –основной курс

electives –факультативные дисциплины

a thesis, a dissertation –диссертация

a residency – аспирантура

College Age Degree Length of Time
Junior college 18+   Two-year degree
College 18+ BA, BS 4-5 years
Graduate school 22+ MA, MS 2-3 years plus thesis
    PhD 3 years plus dissertation
Medical school   MD, DDS 4 years plus residency
Law school   JD 3 years

BA – Bachelor of Arts PhD – Doctor of Philosophy

BS – Bachelor of Science MD – Doctor of Medicine

MA – Master of Arts DDS – Doctor of Dental Science

MS – Master of Science JD – Doctor of Jurisprudence

Task 2. Complete the sentences:

1. The system of higher education in the USA includes….

2. Public colleges and universities are supported by….

3. The prestige of the educational institution depends upon….

4. The competition to get into the best universities is….

5. State universities do not require admission examinations for those….

6. A private institution receives financial aid from….

7. The requirements for entrance to private colleges and universities are rather….

8. Students can get a Bachelor degree in….

Task 3. Answer the questions.

1. What kind of higher educational establishments are there in the USA? What does this division depend on?

2. Who supports a public institution?

3. Are public institutions absolutely free of charge?

4. Who pays higher fee?

5. How are applicants admitted to public universities?

6. How can an applicant be admitted to a private institution?

7. How many years does it take to get a Bachelor Degree? A Master’s Degree?

8. What is the highest degree?

9. What does prestige of the educational institution depend on?

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