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writes:hello everybody i turned 17 a few weeks ago and when i left school i made the mistake of not following on my education but i am interested in applying for some courses at my local college. I am after any course but i would preffer a one year course because next year i plan to move to america. i have enough money to move to america but what i need to know is that would i be entered in an america college with my gcse's and a 1 year a level?all advise will be appreciatedthank you
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reader, daletom  +, writes (2 July 2010):
Yes, definitely contact schools offering courses of study (they will probably refer to them as "majors", or "academic concentrations") that interest you. If you are uncertain, they can even help you decide on a field to start in. (Many - maybe even a majority - of American college students change their majors during their college experience.)
At the same time, think about the type of school (Large or small? General or specialized? Public or private?) and its location (Major city, suburban, rural, or isolated? And, in the U.S. we have more than half a dozen regions - northeast, deep south, far west, etc - that are almost as distinct in their sociology, culture, and climate as the differences between some European countries.
Don't even give a thought to your age. The demographics of American college students are changing. MANY new students are in their 20's - or even second-career people in their 40's and 50's. And, except for a few basic classes (e.g. "Freshman Composition"), the students in any given class may span the whole range of student rankings, with Freshman and Seniors (even Graduate students) sitting side by side.
Scores on standardized tests have less emphasis than they did a decade or two ago. Instead, schools look for "achievements and accomplishments". Don't let that scare you - what they want to know is "What are you doing with your life?". Simply wanting to live abroad is a point in your favor! (Especially if you can show that it's something you've planned for, and not simply a romantic fantasy.) Other "accomplishments" include extra-curricular activities (sports, drama, student clubs, etc), activities in Scouts or youth organizations, volunteer work, Church participation, etc.
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reader, TasteofIndia +, writes (1 July 2010):
 Definitely call up some colleges that you're interested in. You could also consider enrolling in a community college and get your basics over with. It's cheaper, you're getting the same quality of education and you can get into the swing of things with a little more ease.
Good luck!! Colleges are very used to dealing with international students and helping them into the system. Take advantage of that!
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reader, chinana  +, writes (1 July 2010):
 i think you are better off getting in touch with the American colleges that offer the courses that you are interested in and ask them all the questions that you have. Or you could visit the American Embassy in your country to ask for more information. I am sure they will be helpful. Good luck.
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