Studying in the U.S.A.

David Smith

Summary:

●General Information about the USA●What is Good About the USA?

●The American University System ●Specific American Regions

●Exploring and Vacationing in the USA

Living in the U.S.A.

● People travel by car. ● Crime is generally low everywhere but BE

CAREFUL. ● American culture is diverse and people are

expected to be independent.● Americans travel abroad less than people

from other industrialized countries.

Bad Things About the USA

● Americans often think they are the best at everything.

● There are many rude and selfish Americans.● The cheap food is very bad for you.● Most Americans will expect your English to

be perfect (DON'T WORRY ABOUT IT!)● American media lies about how Americans

behave, look, and think.

What's So Great About the USA?

● Americans value being friendly and taking care of people.

● The country is beautiful.● American universities are some of the best in the

world.

American Universities

● Most American Universities offer a wide range of programs.

● Many great Universities are far away from big cities.

● Professors usually expect students to interact, communicate, and ask questions.

● Most programs have required "core courses" plus required courses in some major.

The Regions of the U.S.A.

Each Region Is Different!

● Most big cities are far apart.

● Nearly all types of climates, from desert to arctic.

● Each region has its own cultural differences and accent.

● BUT, a few things are the same everywhere.

In the South

● Washington, DC

● Atlanta

● Miami

● New Orleans

and the West...

● San Francisco

● Los Angeles

● Colorado– Rocky Mountains

● Las Vegas