Why Turkish Students Prefer Studying in the USA

Introduction
Since the year 2000, Turkey has recorded a remarkable number of students going to study in the United States. Upward trajectories of more than 10,000 students each year go to study in the U.S, which translates to an annual spending into the billions. The staggering numbers pale in comparison with some European countries such as Britain and Germany that sends approximately 9,000 and 9,300 students to the U.S. (Guttenplan 1). Students go to study a broad spectrum of disciplines in the U.S. such as engineering, Information Technology (IT), and medicine. It is also important to note that many students attend community colleges where they major in disciplines such as tourism management and agriculture. The reasons for the upsurge of Turkish students to study in the U.S. include the stable economy at home, the flexibility of choosing courses in the U.S., and the U.S. being a world leader in certain disciplines.
Body
The stable economy in Turkey implies that more families can afford the tuition fee and expenses that are synonymous with studying in the U.S. Over the last decade, Turkey’s economic growth has seen a rapid increase, and this wealth increase has made the cost of America education affordable to a number of families in Turkey. The International Monetary Fund defined Turkey’s economy as an emerging market, and the country boasts as one of the most developed countries in the world. All these economic developments have resulted in a strong middle-class. Further, Turkey is among the leading producers of textiles, ships, agricultural products, construction material, and home appliances.

Turkish students prefer studying in the U.S. because of the flexibility of choosing courses. Turkish students who join the community or Junior colleges in the U.S. for their associate degrees have the opportunity to transit into universities. Universities in the U.S also allow students to pursue a number of courses from neighboring universities (Fulbright 1). Students may also choose to reside in apartments nearby or on campus. This living arrangement enables students to enjoy sports, tours, and meet people from different nationalities that help broaden their worldview. Another important point to note is that the curricula of Turkish education share some tenets with the U.S system that makes it easy for the students to consider studying abroad.
There is no doubt that the U.S. is a pacesetter globally in the fields such as technology, science, and research. The U.S. being a leader in academic research explains why the highest percentages of students go to pursue graduate studies. Science and technology courses are also common among undergraduate students. Students are keen to stay updated on the most recent developments in their fields, especially in science and research, and the opportunity to work and be supervised by renowned researchers and professors in their fields in an unmatched experience. These factors also add to the fact a number of universities in the U.S. are well regarded because of their academic achievements in various fields.
Conclusion
Admittedly, Turkey has recorded a remarkable number of students going to study in the United States. The reasons for the upsurge of Turkish students to go and study in the U.S. sis attributed to the stable economy, the flexibility of choosing courses, and the U.S. being a world leader in certain disciplines. For instance, Turkey’s economic growth has seen a rapid increase, and this wealth increase has made the cost of America education affordable to a number of families in Turkey. Similarly, Turkish students can join the community or Junior colleges in the U.S. for their associate degrees and transit into universities. These factors are an indicator of the country’s level of growth and development.

Works Cited
Fulbright. “Why Study in the U.S?” Fulbright. Fulbright, 2016. Web. 3 Nov. 2016. <http://fulbright.org.tr/en/study-in-the-usa/why-study-in-the-usa/>.
Guttenplan, Don, D. “An Old Ally Sends Droves of Students to U.S.” The New York Times. The New York Times Company, 2013. Web. 3 Nov. 2016. <http://www.nytimes.com/2013/04/08/world/europe/08iht-educlede08.html>.