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Studying
in America
There are various types of schools in the United States. A university
is different from a college in that while a college is only for undergraduate
education, a university usually comprises a college, a graduate school
and maybe even a professional school. A university is also more involved
in research.
Vaccination
Requirements for Overseas Students
Recent changes to United
States immigration law now require immigrant visa applicants to obtain
certain vaccinations (listed here) prior to the issuance of an immigrant
visa.
Be
"Streetwise" in the USA
It is fair enough to be concerned about your safety when coming to study
in any country that is unfamiliar to you. Let it be said however, that
the Unites States is like any major country where some areas are extremely
safe and other areas are not. This article provides some basic tips on
how to stay "streetwise" whilst studying in the U.S.
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Finance
- College is Within Your Reach
The progression of holidays is marked by another upcoming annual
event on the calendar of many families: the dreaded deadlines for college
applications for their college-bound offspring. As a college president
with a daughter in college, I want to share information that may surprise
many parents, and offer suggestions to address the exciting challenge
of educating their children.
Can
I work whilst I am a student?
A extra
bit of income whilst you are a student is always welcome. Many international
students in the United States supplement their income by working part-time
away from their studies. However, do remember that this can be extremely
hard work. Not only is it difficult for the student to juggle his/her
coursework as well as working, it may also have a major impact on your
social life.
Economy
and Change - Investing in an Educated Future
In
recent years the American economy has experienced change at a startling
rate and discussing the root of this change makes several valuable points.
The practical effects of these shifts have been keenly felt by all, especially
those leaders of higher education today.
Renting
an apartment in the USA
It is important to decide what you will be looking for. One concern is
the apartment's location. You should make sure your apartment is close
to where you work or go to school.
Visa
Requirements for Foreign Students
The United States Immigration and Nationality Act provides two nonimmigrant
visa categories for persons wishing to study in the United States. The
"F" visa is for academic studies, and the "M" visa
is for nonacademic or vocational studies.
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American
Community Colleges - On-Line
Studying
in America without leaving home has become an exciting reality for many
students around the world. On-line education has emerged as an option
for students unable to afford the expense of travelling overseas. There
are no residency forms or visas to worry about. A student from London,
Brussels or Paris is on the same footing as a student from New York, Los
Angeles or Denver.
Community
Colleges - Prime Sources
of Career and Technical Education
The
community colleges of the United States are becoming increasingly attractive
alternatives for international students seeking strong preparation for
life and work. There are nearly 1300 community-technical colleges scattered
across the 50 states of this nation. Community-technical
colleges are two-year, public-supported colleges initially dedicated to
serving the population of a specific local area - usually a city, county,
or regional cluster of counties.
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Obtaining
a driver's license in the United States
Obtaining
a driver's license in the United States is one of the most important things
you should do when you first arrive. It will not only allow you to drive
legally but will also serve as a major form of identification.
Boundless
Opportunities Await Students with Disabilities in the US
Students
with disabilities have been a growing presence on American college campuses
for more than twenty-five years. Much of this progress can be directly
traced to the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, a civil rights law requiring,
among other things, that public and private postsecondary institutions
that receive any amount of federal funding make appropriate and reasonable
academic accommodations for qualified students with disabilities.
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Graduate
Education - The American Experience
Graduate study in the
United States is usually comprised of long hours of work, deferred pleasures,
and a series of opportunities which help to fashion a future career, either
as an academic or as an 'applied academic' - one who works outside the university
environment, whilst using the training they received in the course of post-baccalaureate
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