American community colleges are a great choice for students seeking an American education. This book will guide you through the process. Topics include:how community colleges fit into the U. S. system of higher educationthe advantages of starting your American education at a community collegethe steps you must go through to study at a U. S. community collegekey factors to consider when choosing an American community collegethe process of applying to and gaining entrance into a community collegethe process of applying for a U. S. visathe forms needed when arriving in the U. S. and passing through U. S. customschoosing classes at your new college and how to register for those classeshow to get help improving your English-language skillsbasics about living in America including housing, transportation, and medical careAmerican culture and how to deal with culture shockprofiles of seven American community collegescommentary by international students studying at U. S. community collegesIncludes glossary and index. | American Community Colleges by C J Shane, Paperback | Indigo Chapters