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According to topschoolsintheusa.com, Suriname is a small country located in the northeast corner of South America, bordered by Guyana, French Guiana, and Brazil. It has a land area of 163,820 square kilometers and a population of just over 560,000 people. The capital city is Paramaribo, located on the northern coast of the country. The educational system in Suriname consists of six years of primary school followed by three years of lower secondary school and three more years of upper secondary school. Students may choose to attend either public or private universities depending on their academic performance during secondary school. Admission into universities is based on entrance exams as well as grades from previous schooling. There are also specialized vocational schools for those who wish to pursue a career in a particular trade or industry. Suriname boasts an extensive network of public transportation including buses, trains, subways, and ferries that connect most major cities within the country. In addition, there are several international airports which serve as gateways to other countries in South America and beyond. The country also has several highways that link major cities within Suriname as well as connect them with other countries in South America such as Brazil and Guyana. See topmbadirectory for Suriname Politics and Known People.