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Location

The area is world famous for its attractions, entertainment, education, standard of living, Fortune 500 companies, and "Midwest dialect" of American English. This dialect is the national standard in the U.S.

The Global English Institute is located on the campus of Johnson County Community College (JCCC) in Overland Park, Kansas. (Map), an affluent suburb southwest of Kansas City, Missouri. Overland Park is located in the northeastern part of the state of Kansas. Our school is surrounded by famous, upscale shops, restaurants, housing developments and businesses. In fact, many of our students regularly comment that our program is a well-kept secret.

JCCC students, visitors, and business people feel very comfortable and safe being on campus. Overland Park is a relatively safe place both during the day and evening compared to other U.S. cities. However, no American city is without crime.

The easiest way to get to Overland Park is by flying to Kansas City International Airport (KCI). KCI is approximately 35 minutes or 64 km (40 miles) north of the college and can be reached by public transportation. You may take a shuttle to the college. Do not take a taxi as it is very expensive.

Weather

Johnson County students experience all four seasons and enjoy a pleasant spring and fall. During the summer months, warm days and mild nights are normal and winters are moderately cold with some snowfall.

Transportation

Most every JCCC student drives his or her own car to school. A car is necessary during your stay in the U.S. if you want to travel and be independent. A car may not be necessary if you live on or near a bus route. Overland Park has public bus service to JCCC on two major routes, 95th Street Express or Antioch. Due to distances and weather, walking and bicycling are possible but not practical during the cold season.

Kansas City International Airport is approximately 35 minutes or 64 km (40 miles) north of the college and can be reached by public transportation.

Off-Campus Apartments

International Organizations and Consulates

The Kansas City metropolitan area has an international quality in the heart of the U.S. It is the international headquarters for People to People International, and Kansas City has sister city relationships with cities in Japan, Spain, Taiwan (ROC), China (PRC), Mexico and Sierra Leone. There are more than 62 ethnic groups represented in the Ethnic Enrichment Commission and a great many activities and festivals which highlight cultures from around the world. Mexico maintains an active consulate in Kansas City and Taiwan is represented by the Coordination Council for North American Affairs. Consulates from other countries are located in Chicago and can be easily contacted by telephone, e-mail or fax.