"The Experience"
Study Abroad: Living With a Host Family
Author: petersons, Category: College Search
Living and studying for a semester or two overseas during college is an extraordinary experience that you will always remember. The variety of exceptional international study programs is endless — you can learn a language, see the world, make new friends, and earn college credit at the same time! With thousands of enticing programs, there’s something for every type of college student, but only you can narrow down your wealth of options.
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Types of Colleges in the U.S.
Author: petersons, Category: Getting Started for College
If you’re planning to study in the U.S., you have a number of choices when it comes to picking your college. There are many types of schools, each having its own mission and purpose within American education.
Two-year colleges
Two-year institutions, which are typically referred to as community or junior colleges, award the associate degree — Associate of Arts (A.A.) or Associate of Science (A.S.) — following successful completion of a two-year, full-time program. There are two basic types of programs at community and junior colleges. Some programs are strictly academic and designed to prepare students to transfer to four-year institutions with bachelor’s degree programs. Others are more practical or applied and provide career training in specific areas. This second type of school does not usually prepare students for transfer to a four-year institution, though some of the credits earned may still be accepted by a four-year institution. Read the rest of this entry »
Study Abroad: Things to Consider
Author: petersons, Category: College Search
Your search for a study abroad program should be exciting — let your imagination carry you! There are a several resources available to assist in locating a program that interests you. One place to start is the study abroad search on this site.Your campus office will also have experienced people on hand to offer their advice, as well as brochures and more detailed information about school requirements, costs, and the requirements for earning credit.
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Going to College in the U.S.
Author: petersons, Category: Getting Started for College
The opportunity to choose from a large range of institutions and programs is one of the greatest advantages of the U.S. educational system. American schools range from large research universities with more than 30,000 students to small colleges with fewer than 1,000 students; from universities with graduate and professional studies in medicine, law, and many other fields to schools offering only the two-year associate degree. Similarly, schools can be found everywhere from urban schools in large cities to rural institutions located far from metropolitan areas.
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Study Abroad: An Overview
Author: petersons, Category: College Search
Did you know that your college education doesn’t need to be the same routine every year?
A temporary change in scenery can offer the opportunity of a lifetime. Why not consider enhancing your college experience with a culturally defining semester or two in another country? Studying abroad is an acceptable way to earn credit at most major institutions and provides a hands-on opportunity to connect with other languages and customs. Whatever your course of study, attending school in another country can further your education in immeasurable ways.
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Choosing a School When More than One Accepts You
Author: petersons, Category: Getting Started for College
By Howard and Matthew Greene
By the time March and April arrive, you’re hopefully getting what you asked for - multiple offers of admission. This is the ideal time to re-visit campuses (or visit them for the first time), and determine which college choices are best. May 1 is your deadline for deciding on a school and putting down a deposit, so use your remaining time wisely and productively.
What works for you?
To choose between schools and the different environments they offer, consider some of your most fundamental needs: Read the rest of this entry »
2006: The Year of Study Abroad
Author: petersons, Category: College Search
Been thinking about going overseas to study? There hasn’t been a much better time than now, considering that on November 11, 2005, the United States designated 2006 the official Year of Study Abroad. No new laws came with the designation, but it did formally acknowledge the importance of international education, understanding, and cooperation in a global community.
Mostly symbolic in its language, Senate Resolution 308 encourages secondary schools, colleges, businesses, and governments to promote and expand opportunities for work and study abroad. In light of research and data demonstrating that America and its citizens are lacking in global education and competence, the resolution also encourages Americans to show their support for study abroad initiatives.
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My Applications are in…Now What?
Author: petersons, Category: Getting Started for College
By Howard and Matthew Greene
Now that the hard work of filling out applications and writing essays is over, you may think all that’s left to do is to wait anxiously for a decision about your college future. Even if you’ve turned everything in, however, there are still some things you can do to improve your chances of admission, and to keep your mind occupied while you wait. Read the rest of this entry »
Choosing and Applying to a Culinary School
Author: petersons, Category: College Search
Many of the country’s top chefs became successful without a cooking degree, but most agree that earning a culinary degree is the best way to kick off a stellar cooking career. So, though you may be a natural-born chef, you could probably benefit from a little fine-tuning. Attending cooking school gives you the opportunity to gain an immense amount of information in a concentrated period of time, and the diploma you earn can help open doors.
Deciding to attend cooking school is obviously a personal decision and where you choose to attend is dependent on several factors, most of which have everything to do with your unique situation. How long you want to be in school, how much you can afford to pay, and whether or not you want to specialize in a specific area are all things to consider when choosing a school.
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What are Rolling Admissions?
Author: petersons, Category: Getting Started for College
Have you discovered that a school on your list has a rolling-admission policy? It might sound a bit like the “Wheel of Fortune”, but it can actually put the odds in your favor when it comes to getting accepted. While many schools have a “hard” deadline for applications (meaning they won’t accept those either postmarked or received after that date), schools that use rolling admissions accept applications until they’ve filled all the spots in their freshman class.
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