American community colleges provide international students an affordable path to higher education and transferring to a 4-year university. Community colleges offer 2-year associate's degree programs as well as transfer agreements allowing students to complete the first 2 years of courses at a lower cost before transferring to complete their bachelor's degree. They also help international students improve their English skills and adjust to American culture before transferring. Enrollment at US community colleges has increased dramatically for both domestic and international students in recent decades as they provide a cost-effective starting point for career training and university programs.