ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Community colleges in the United States

Okay, so you know how big schools can be very overwhelming for kids sometimes? Community colleges are like a smaller school where you can learn new things too!

Community colleges are schools that you can go to after you finish high school. They are usually closer to home and cost less money than big universities.

At community college, you can take classes that will help you get a job or that will transfer to a bigger university later on. You can study things like science, math, art, or cooking.

Some people go to community college first and then transfer to a bigger school. This can save them a lot of money!

Community colleges are also really helpful for people who need extra help with learning. They have tutors and smaller class sizes, which means you can get more one-on-one attention from your teacher.

So community colleges are like a great starting place for people who want to learn more but don't want to go to a big school yet.