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Fast Facts about USA
Nearly 600,000 students from all over the world studied in the United States last year for both undergraduate and graduate levels. It goes without saying that, America offers very high quality post-secondary education. There are more than 4,000 public and private colleges, universities, and community colleges in the United States, including over 600 public four-year colleges and universities and over 1,650 private four-year colleges and universities. These traditional institutions enroll nearly 15 million students. 6,250+ non-collegiate post secondary institutions offer specialized vocational and technical training.
Polity
The United States is the longest-surviving constitutional republic with the oldest written constitution in the world. Its government operates as a representative democracy through a congressional system under a set of powers specified by its Constitution. There are three levels of government: federal, state, and local. Officials at all three levels are either elected by voters in a secret ballot or appointed by other elected officials.
Technology
The United States is an influential country in scientific and technological research and the production of innovative technological products. During World War II, the U.S. was the first to develop the atomic bomb, ushering in the atomic age. During the beginning of the Cold War, the U.S. began successes in space science and technology, leading to a space race, which led to rapid advances in rocketry, weaponry, material science, computers, and many other areas, culminating the first visit of a man to the moon, when Neil Armstrong stepped off of Apollo 11 in July 1969.
In the sciences, the United States has a large share of Nobel Prizes, especially in the fields of physiology and medicine. The National Institutes of Health, a focal point for biomedical research in the United States, has contributed to the completion of the Human Genome Project. The main governmental organization for aviation and space research is the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. Major corporations, such as Boeing and Lockheed Martin, also play an important role.
Economy
World's most affluent economy, the USA's economic history has its roots in the marginally successful colonial economies that progressed to largest industrial nation in the world by the turn of the 20th Century. In a way, it is not an exaggeration to say that the US economy decides entire economy of the globe.
Health
Compared to other developed countries, the health level in the United States is ranked low (72nd) by WHO and infant mortality rate is high (5 per 1,000); only Latvia's is higher at 6 per 1,000. Obesity is also a public health problem, which is estimated to cost tens of billions of dollars every year.
Society and Culture
Known for its welcoming and embracing culture, the US is home to many, many immigrants. From youngsters who step into the US to professionals who leave behind their homes to fulfill their realistic or unrealistic dreams, the US is the desired destination of a huge world populace. Now that you plan to go to the US, with studying, you must try to become a working member of the community and the culture. Rich and varied in its many colors and flavors, the US hasn't lost its own unique culture and lifestyle. It rather welcomes students from across the world to become a part of its plethora of activities and new opportunities. Now that you plan to go to the US, with studying, you must try to become a working member of the community and the culture.
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