Flagstaff, Arizona, is a city known for its numerous industries mainly in the fields of lumbering and ranching. The Grand Canyon that is located only a few miles away makes it a common tourist destination. It has highly ranked public schools which include a state university and a community college.

The USA remains the world’s most popular destination for international students. Universities in the US dominate the world rankings and the country also offers a wide variety of exciting study locations. State university systems are partially subsidized by state governments, and may have many campuses spread around the state, with hundreds of thousands of students.

A bachelor's degree is given to students who fulfill the necessary requirements given by the college or university they are attending. The requirements include three to seven years of focus on a subject, typically referred to as a major or concentration.