Community college facts for kids
A community college is a special type of school that helps students learn after they finish high school. It offers two-year programs that are usually more affordable than a four-year university. You can find different kinds of community colleges in places like the U.S., the U.K., Australia, and the Philippines.
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What is a Community College?
Community colleges offer many different courses. These schools are a great way to start your higher education journey. They often have smaller classes, which can make learning easier.
Why Go to a Community College?
Students go to community colleges for many reasons. Some want to learn new skills for a specific job. Others plan to transfer to a bigger university later. After finishing a two-year program, students can earn an associate's degree. This degree can help them get a job or continue their studies at a four-year school. It's a smart first step for many young people.
A Look at History
Community colleges have been around for a while. The very first one in the United States was Joliet Junior College in Illinois. It opened its doors in 1901. In India, the first community college started in 1981. Over the years, more and more community colleges have opened. Today, there are 1,166 community colleges in the U.S. alone.
Community Colleges in Pop Culture
Community colleges have even been featured on TV! There's a popular American TV show called Community. It's about the funny and sometimes challenging lives of students at a community college.
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Long Beach City College
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Los Angeles City College campus, around 1922
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Joliet Junior College main campus in Joliet, Illinois. It was the first community college in the US, started in 1901.
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Fullerton College, the oldest community college in California that has been open continuously since 1913.
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Monroe Community College main campus in Rochester, New York.
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Collin College Plano, Texas campus.
See also
In Spanish: Colegio universitario para niños
