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According to topschoolsintheusa.com, Andorra is a small, landlocked country located between Spain and France in the Pyrenees mountains. It has an area of 181.6 square miles and a population of approximately 77,000 people. The terrain is mostly mountainous with some fertile valleys and narrow coastal plains. Snow-capped mountains dominate the landscape, making it popular for winter sports such as skiing and snowboarding. The educational system in Andorra is divided into four levels: primary education (ages 6-12), secondary education (ages 12-16), upper secondary education (ages 16-18) and higher education (university level). Primary school is free and compulsory for all children aged 6-12, while secondary school is optional but highly encouraged. Upper secondary schools are specialized institutions offering vocational training in fields such as engineering, finance or hospitality management. Higher education consists of universities and technical colleges offering degrees in various disciplines including business administration, computer science, engineering and medicine. The government also provides financial assistance to students attending university abroad. See localcollegeexplorer for Andorra History.