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The new summer school - Big tuition breaks and course variety lure students
A summer job may be a great option for college students, but there are other ways to make the break from the traditional classroom calendar pay. Some colleges and universities are reshaping the summer vacation mold by offering tuition discounts, payment plans and extra programs to encourage students to continue their studies during the traditional summer break.
Things to consider about pursuing graduate study
The year 2010 saw women surpass men in advanced degrees for the first time ever. So says the U.S. Census Bureau, which found that among adults 25 and older who earned a master’s degree, 10.6 million were women and 10.5 million were men. Such statistics …
Open houses and campus visits help students pick the right school
Local universities and colleges offer a variety of open house and/or campus visit events throughout the year. If you’re unable to visit during a scheduled event arrange a personal visit through the admissions office. Below are upcoming events at schools found in this education guide. …
ACT/SAT test dates and fees
College admissions tests – the ACT and SAT – are a huge part of the college application process. High school counselors typically provide students with the lowdown on when to take these all-important tests. The following is a brief guide to how to register for …
Indiana tuition programs and other area college news
The following are news items from schools participating in this education guide. Adler School of Professional Psychology: At the Adler School of Professional Psychology, we believe it is possible to earn a living while also creating real change. Our vision is to train socially responsible …
Gift suggestions for college grads
The U.S. Department of Education reports that more than 1 million bachelor’s degrees and 700,000 associate degrees are awarded each year. That means that there are many reasons to celebrate the accomplishments of graduates — and just as many gifts to buy to commemorate these …
Safety tips for students abroad
Safety Tips for Students Abroad (Family Features) The allure of traveling abroad to study and experience other cultures continues to grow for teens across the country. U.S. student participation in study abroad programs has more than doubled over the last decade, according to the Institute …
Financial planning helps manage student debt
In an increasingly competitive global market, education is becoming more important. But many families find the cost of education to be outside their grasp. According to a study commissioned by the US Department of Education, from the 2001-02 to the 2010-11 academic year, the cost …
How students can meet the challenge of the evolving health care industry
The hot topic of health care has created new career opportunities for college grads in this field.
Graduating? Career trends job-seeking students should know
Students graduating from college this year should expect better job opportunities and salaries than graduates from recent history, but that doesn't mean new graduates will have an easy time finding employment. Competition will still be fierce with hundreds of applications submitted for jobs in many …
Why technology careers are in such high demand
Technology professionals continue to be in high demand across a wide array of industries. Health care, technical consulting and computer system design are just a few of the growing career directions grads can choose with a technology degree. The technology industry remains one of the …