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College Abroad. What Should Students Know About Studying Abroad? - College Admissions Q&As. The allure of studying abroad grabs hold of most every student at some point in their high school and college careers. The choice, however, has more to do with money and being separated from one's family for a few months. It also includes relevant experience for a student's major, cultural exposure, and so on.

This week, we ask the Unigo Expert Network: Q: What should students know about studying abroad? Pros and cons? A: Plan thoughtfully to avoid the cons. James Montoya, vice president of higher education, The College Board Whether you participate in a study abroad program offered by your university or one affiliated with another university, choose a program that will have you speaking a foreign language. A: Take advantage of studying abroad. Stacey Kostell, director of admissions, University of Illinois—Urbana-Champaign No matter your major, there are so many benefits to studying abroad.

[Consider studying abroad for graduate school.] [Find scholarships to study abroad.] College Student Study Abroad Numbers -- Numbers of College Students Studying Abroad. College in Moscow. Russian Requirements. Armed Services. Brigade Tactical Department Our Mission To educate, train, and inspire the Corps of Cadets so that each graduate is a commissioned leader of character committed to the values of Duty, Honor, Country and prepared for a career of professional excellence and service to the Nation as an officer in the United States Army. The members of the BTD accomplish this mission in diverse ways.

The TACs and TACNCOs (Company TAC Teams) are the primary leader developers/integrators of the Academy's developmental programs - they oversee each Cadet's individual development in the academic, military, physical, and moral-ethical dimensions within the framework of the Cadet Company. The TAC Teams train, lead, coach, and mentor cadets, with a continual focus on leader development. The Brigade Tactical Department welcomes your comments or suggestions. West point. Why go to West Point? Ten Things You Didn't Know About West Point. President Obama recently made his national speech to justify sending additional soldiers to Afghanistan. He decided to hold the speech at the elite United States Military Academy at West Point, or USMA.

Many are aware of West Point's prestige for providing the world's best military training since the early days of our nation's history. I have uncovered a few other notable facts about West Point that you may have forgotten and/or that may surprise you: 1) George Washington considered West Point to be the most strategic military location in America. 2) West Point is the oldest American military post to be continuously occupied, now for over 230 years 1 . 3) West Point Military Academy was established in 1802 under President Thomas Jefferson. 4) West Point alumni are known as "The Long Gray Line 3.

" 5) African-American men were first allowed to join the ranks of the academy in 1870. 6) Women were officially allowed to join the ranks of the academy in 1976. Sources: 1. 2. 3. 4. West Point Note. Vocational School. For more than 31 years Aviator has been the leader in multi-engine flight training. We have provided over 5000 professional pilots to the airline industry, both nationally and worldwide, through our Professional Pilot Flight Training Programs. Our FAA-certified Part 141 approved flight programs provide students with the skills and experience demanded by today’s commercial aviation industry. Aviator is accredited by the ACCSC (Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges).

Our Professional Pilot Program is set in a flight training, structured environment to ensure the student receives the knowledge that is required to be a professional pilot. This program is from 0 hours to over 250 hours, of which 200 hours will be multi-engine time. The program includes Private Pilot Single Engine through the Multi-Engine Flight Instructor Certificate. Cross Country flying is coast-to-coast, if desired. When you choose Aviator, all flight training is logged in aircraft. Voactional school. Vocational education - Facts from the Encyclopedia. Flight School Note. Private College. We value excellence in teaching and research. We encourage risk-taking and exploration. We take full advantage of being in one of the world’s most beautiful settings. Is Williams the right fit for you?

Check us out. And, yes, you can afford Williams. Prvate college note. Why Private School? Stats and fun facts | Williams College. Here is more information on those stats you saw on Ephpreciation posters around campus. Well endowed? It’s true: Williams has a healthy endowment. But a $1 donation to the Alumni Fund, Parents Fund, or Senior Class Gift has 20-times the impact as $1 to the endowment. This is because donations to the Alumni Fund, Parents Fund, or Senior Class Gift are current and unrestricted dollars, and are immediately put to use by the college. The endowment is intended to ensure the long term success of the college, and only 4-5% of the total + earnings can be spent in any given year. Who wouldn’t want 16,000 gifts a year? Last year (2011-12), 15,994 alumni donated to the Williams Alumni Fund, many of them multiple times for a total of 16,256 gifts!

There are nearly 27,000 Williams Alumni working in fields from Acting to Zoology. Ephs include Oscar-nominated actor David Strathairn ’70 and Josh Van Buskirk ’82, research associate in zoology at the University of Zurich. Williams college. Community College UAS. UAS Campus. UAS overview. University of Alaska--Southeast. 2014 Quick Stats 11120 Glacier Highway Juneau, AK 99801 [map] Phone: (907) 465-6457 in-state out-of-state Aug. 18 application deadline More Information U.S. More About U.S. Summary University of Alaska--Southeast is a public institution that was founded in 1986. General Information Applying When applying to University of Alaska--Southeast, it's important to note the application deadline is August 18.

For more information about the tests, essays, interviews, and admissions process, visit the Applying to College knowledge center. More About Applying Academic Life The average freshman retention rate, an indicator of student satisfaction, is 57.7 percent. More About Academic Life Student Life More About Student Life Campus Info & Services University of Alaska--Southeast offers a number of student services including nonremedial tutoring, placement service, health service, and health insurance. More About Campus Info & Services Paying for School Paying for college doesn't have to be difficult or devastating.

Community college note. Oregon State University. Oregon State Note. Beavers Logo. Interesting facts about OSU. OSU Alumni Association will lead a day of community service projects in Bend, Portland, Corvallis, Seattle and the San Francisco bay area on May 16. Details are being developed so check back for more information later. If you have an idea for a project in one of these locations please contact Christi Kasten. OSU congratulates Tina Schweickert on her selection as an Oregon Heritage Fellow for her work titled "A Landscape History of the Waldo Hills". She, along with students from Portland State and University of Oregon, will present at Rendezvous 2009! The Northwest History and Heritage Extravaganza, which will take place in Portland on April 17, 2009. To celebrate Oregon's 150th birthday, the Oregon Library Association has chosen one book for all Oregonians to read: Stubborn Twig.

OSU now has a National Historic District “We were amazed – this was a two-year planning effort that just seemed to go through flawlessly,” said Campus Planning Manager Patty McIntosh. Why should you go to OSU?