Secondary education

Secondary education includes both middle and high school. In the 8th grade, in addition to learning compulsory subjects, students also choose electives. In the higher grades, math, English, natural and computer sciences, and social studies are mandatory. In the final year, students take the SAT exam, which is a standardized test required for admission into undergraduate programs of many colleges and universities in the US. The exam tests skills required for success in a college or university. It is made up of two levels: SAT I and SAT II. SAT I tests verbal and mathematical abilities. SAT IIs are exams on subjects of choice. SAT I exams are required by most colleges. Top-echelon universities often make it compulsory for students to pass one or more of the SAT IIs, as well.

Students who complete the 11th and 12th grades with passing grades receive a certificate of secondary education.

In the US, boarding schools traditionally have a strong reputation and are able to prepare childrento enter college in the most professional way. Most provide English programs for foreigners -- summer courses, for example -- which give students the foundation to build an excellent academic career. Schools provide personalized attention to each student and offer a wide range of electives. Students usually live in the dormitories or with a host family.

Typically, these boarding schools are located in the most scenic parts of the US and spread over acres of land. They are equipped with the latest technology, have beautiful studios, theaters, gymnasiums with swimming pools and skating rinks, and more. They offer a wide range of extra curricular clubs for art, photo and video courses, sports, theater classes, and much more.

Boarding schools can be coeducational (boys and girls together), or single-sex (boys or girls only). On average, a boarding school education costs $40,000-47,000 per year, including room and board.

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