A NEW publication to help students from around the world learn about opportunities for higher education in the United States is now available from that country’s Department of State.

The electronic publication – College and University Education in the United States – provides answers and extensive information for international students who wish to study in the United States.

It addresses topics such as the types of colleges and universities, education costs, campus life, possible sources of financial aid, accreditation and the grading system.

The publication includes resources for international students and foreign student advisors, including EducationUSA, the State Department’s global network of more than 450 advising and information centres in 170 countries; financial planning information; a video featuring first-person accounts by international students; a college life photo gallery; and other useful links.

College and University Education in the United States is part of the Department of State’s electronic journal series and is available in English, French and Spanish. There are plans to do versions in Arabic, Chinese, Portuguese and Russian.

The publication is located at usinfo.state.gov/journals/itsv/1105/ijse/ijse1105.htm.