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Comparing U.S. Colleges and Universities
Community colleges, colleges, and universities are all various schools comprising the American higher education system, but what makes each of them unique?
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Book Review of the Peterson College Guide
A complete reference guide for all things related to choosing a college. Articles, information and statistics offer a road map for the collegebound student.
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Community Colleges
Is a community college a good option for you? Here are some advantages and disadvantages of junior colleges.
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Multiple Kids & Saving for College
It's hard enough when a family is planning to send one child to college. So, how do families save when they have multiple children? Here are some tips to get you started.
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Automobile Service Technician Training School
Five advantages for enrolling in a program leading to an associate degree in automobile repair are presented, along with how to pay for school.
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Higher Education and Recession Induced Changes
Public institutions, notably community colleges, appear to be the beneficiaries of an economy forcing students & parents into making more affordable educational choices.
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Hot Jobs: Skilled Workers
Technical colleges, community colleges, junior colleges. Whatever they are labeled, the graduating students are in demand now more than ever before.
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The Lee-Jackson Foundation for Students in Virginia
The description and requirements for the Lee-Jackson Foundation scholarship fund.
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Career Education and Vocational School Benefits
Vocational and technical education provides benefits for those completing programs at these schools, along with increased job stability and advancement opportunities.
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The Best College Values
Students who are currently applying for college and financial aid are the first in a long time to undertake the process during a recession.
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On Becoming a Math Teacher
A discussion on the requirements for being a Math teacher.
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Planning for Continuing Education
Proper planning to meet personal educational objectives requires knowing current skills and career interests. These will develop a successful personal education plan.
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Bachelor's Degree Completion Programs
Depending on the amount of previous college credit, it may be possible to do a bachelor's degree completion program in less than a year.
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Benefits of Online Writing Courses
Whether you are a novice or a published writer, online writing courses offer something for every stage of your writing career.
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College Admission Options
Admission options vary from college to college. Understanding the differences can lead to choosing the best college for the student.
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Cool Schools, Part II
A description of three cool colleges.
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Obama, Higher Education, & the Stimulus Package
In his proposed stimulus package, President Obama wants to increase funding for Pell Grants, increase grants for science students, and create a higher education tax cut.
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Recruiting College Students
If you are a parent of a junior or senior in high school, your mailbox may be full of college literature. How much do colleges actually spend per student?
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SAT and ACT for College Entry
Over one million high school students take a college admission test each year. With only two tests to chose between, students need to know to take the SAT or ACT.
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Scholarships for Hispanic Students
Looking for financial aid for your college education? Here's information about some of the many scholarships available to Hispanic American students.
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Speed up the Graduation Process with CLEP Exams
CLEP exams allow individuals to use life experience, job training and independent study to gain college credits without sitting through a college semester to do so.
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Transitioning to the High School
When the eighth graders leave the middle school, they are nervous about moving to the high school. Here are a few tips to make the transition easier.
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Unfair Grading System
The defining variable for academic success is a student's GPA. However, the measure puts educators in an impossible dilemma.
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Video Game Programming Degrees
Many technical schools are offering computer programming degrees to take advantage of the trend. A 4-year computer science degree might serve these students better.
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Alternative Educational Environments
Our educational system is not working. Creating a different educational environment might be necessary to make the necessary improvements.
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Amethyst Initiative Debate
Amethyst Initiative is a July 2008 plan signed by over 125 college presidents asking legislators to lower the drinking age to 18. Critics say it won't stop drinking.
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Career Education in Critical Technical Fields
Technical schools, vocational schools, and trade schools provide the answer for developing marketable employment skills and entering careers requiring technical skills.
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College Preparation and High School Freshmen
Freshmen year of high school is the foundation for college preparation. Many tasks and activities need to be considered during this crucial year.
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Develop a Resume that Sells
Creating a resume involves developing a tool that sells. Don't forget these five elements in order to make your resume rise to the top.
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English in Japan: The Blind Teaching the Blind
If you were learning English and your teacher couldn't speak the language any better than you, wouldn't that bother you? In Japan, where "English class" often means studying fine points of grammer so you can pass your university entrance exam, it's a pretty common situation.
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High Schoolers Preparing to Apply for College
High school freshmen should be preparing to apply for college because the choices a high school freshman makes can help her college application stand out.
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How to Apply to College
The college application process can be complicated. Understanding the multiple components can help increase the chances for admission.
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How to Become a Recruiter
People sometimes find work through a recruiter, who serves as a link between positions to be filled at their client companies and job seekers.
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How to Choose a College/University
It can be difficult to decide between public and private colleges or universities. Here are a few reasons to choose one over the other.
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How to Fix America's Schools
American education is losing momentum to other countries. How can this declining situation be fixed?
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Michigan Tougher Standards
Rigor and Relevance is the latest buzz phrase in education. It makes a great banner but how is it playing in real life? Michigan knows.
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Non-Teaching Careers in Education
You don't have to have a Bachelor's Degree to work in education. There are several opportunities for support staff/para-professionals.
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Post-baccalaureate Premed Programs
It is not too late to enter medical school even after graduation from college. Post-baccalaureate pre-medical programs help college graduates get into medical school.
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Rural School Struggles
Urban schools are known for their troubles, but equally challenged are the United States' poor, rural districts who rarely receive the assistance they need.
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Summer College Courses Pros and Cons
Taking summer courses offers many advantages for students willing to sacrifice their summer vacation but the negatives should be considered in the final decision.
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The Harry Truman Scholarship Foundation
This article describes the requirements and for obtaining the Harry Truman Scholarhips
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The Harry Truman Scholarship Fund
The Harry Truman scholarship details what potential scholars need to know
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The Master's of Business Administration Degree
The Master of Business Administration (MBA) targets business leaders and administrators. The graduate degree continues to offer rewards and benefits to adults.
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The NBA Draft is successful
Seattle got a lot younger, the Blazers got Oden but let Zach Randoplh go, and the Celtics might have upset their fan base even more with a trade for Ray Allen.
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Tips for Graduating from College on Time
Many college students struggle with graduating from college on time. The following tips offer ways students can overcome this challenge.
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Truth About Distance Education Misinformation
Many myths circulate on the Internet and by word of mouth about distance education. Most are untrue and based on bad experiences some people have encountered.
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Vocational High Schools
What would happen if students in your high school could exchange rigorous graduation requirements preparing them for college for career paths in high school?
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Vouchers in Milwaukee
Milwaukee has the oldest and largest voucher system in the country. How is it working?
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A College for Students with Special Needs
Many students with learning disabilities would like to continue their education past high school; however, additional learning strategies may be needed.
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All Women's Colleges and Universities in the U.S
In the United States, there are about 50 all women's colleges and universities. Here's some history of these schools, as well as pros and cons of attending them.
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