College and university admissions
Review of 10 Free academic journal websites
Scholarly journals are a valuable source of information for school papers and projects. But not all of them are free—some require expensive subscriptions, while others are exclusive to society members. If you’re a student, here are ten sites that give you free access to academic journals. Penn Library Electronic Journals Hosted by the University of [...]
Filed under College and university admissions, July 22nd, 2008Become an effective discussion leader in college classes
HOW TO BECOME AN EFFECTIVE DISCUSSION LEADER IN YOUR COLLEGE CLASSES The break finally comes to an end, and the semester opens to a fresh period of learning. Whether you are the teacher or the student, you understand the value of first impressions and expectation setting. In the academe, open communication lines and dynamic information [...]
Filed under College and university admissions, July 22nd, 2008Get rid of fail grades in your transcript
Getting high grades during college is a task that requires plenty of perseverance, determination, and good old study habits. However, other factors may make this a difficult task. As a result, the chances of getting into law school , medical school , an MBA program , or graduate school are lessened. Fortunately, there are a [...]
Filed under College and university admissions,Uncategorized, July 20th, 2008Applying to UC Berkeley
HISTORY OF UC BERKELEY The University of California at Berkeley has one of the richest histories among the United State’s premier educational institutions. It began as a merger between two universities in the mid-1800′s: the College of California and the Agricultural, Mining, and Mechanical Arts College. The College of California was a private institution, whose [...]
Filed under Business School Admissions,College and university admissions,Graduate school admissions,Law school admissions, July 20th, 2008How to Apply to University of Texas at Austin
The University of Texas At Austin is one of the most prestigious universities in the United States that is well-known for their research programs. Established in 1883, this academic institution has a record for having the largest enrollment in the whole state of Texas, and the fifth largest single enrollment of students in the whole [...]
Filed under College and university admissions,Graduate school admissions,Law school admissions, July 19th, 2008Write PASSING termpapers without reading sources
Not all of us are fast readers, so reading for a term paper is a challenge for many college students. Even if you genuinely want to read the book, sometimes you just can’t finish in time to actually write your paper and beat the deadline. Of course, if you’re lucky, you’ll be saddled with only [...]
Filed under College and university admissions, July 19th, 2008Applying to Cornell University
In the list of notable universities in the United States, Cornell University ranks as one of the top educational institutions, priding itself for its notable history, distinctive educational programs, and upheld ideals. Its contributions to the overall educational experiences of a student body of various races and backgrounds have made Cornell a historic university that [...]
Filed under College and university admissions,Graduate school admissions, July 18th, 2008Admissions guide to Columbia University
“The best things of the moment were outside the rectangle of Columbia; the best things of all human history and thought were inside the rectangle.” You might consider this description of famed writer Herman Wouk of his alma mater, Columbia University in the City of New York , very arrogant. It may indeed be but [...]
Filed under College and university admissions, July 15th, 2008Admissions Guide to Historically Black Colleges
Guide to admission to Historically Black Colleges and Universities in the USA With schools clamoring for cultural diversity across the country, blacks and other minorities now have a lot of options when it comes to higher education. More students nowadays, regardless of background, are opting for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) where they can [...]
Filed under College and university admissions, July 14th, 2008Foreign Students’ Guide to US College Admissions
The United States offers a lot of opportunities for foreign students, but immigration laws are often a major obstacle. If you’re thinking of trying your luck in an American college, here’s a quick guide to help you avoid common pitfalls. Step 1: Choosing a college If you’re not on a scholarship or exchange program, your [...]
Filed under College and university admissions,foreign students, June 9th, 2008