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Choosing the Right College/Questions Answered by Expert Susie Watts
| Subject | Date Asked |
| What do I do? | 1/27/2012 |
| Q: My mother works at Hiram College, so she get's almost 'scholarship' money for me to go there once I ... A: I understand how you feel and I am sure your parents are looking at Hiram College as a good school ... | |
| college | 12/22/2011 |
| Q: What can you tell me about Weber state university in general ? I'm suppose to go visit Weber in the ... A: I think it is a decent school, but it is not as strong as many other universities. It has fairly ... | |
| college | 12/21/2011 |
| Q: Hey Susie, I really want to transfer to Boise State from west los Angeles college. I have about 16 ... A: I think you have a good chance of getting into Boise State. They will definitely want to see your ... | |
| selecting college | 12/14/2011 |
| Q: Watts, I am interested in pursuing a career in the biological sciences or health sciences ... A: I do not believe that the University of Alabama is worth the extra money when Washington State ... | |
| So many! | 11/6/2011 |
| Q: I have so many questions and was wondering if you could take a crack at them! 1) I am looking at ... A: If your school does not provide AP courses, you can usually find a place on the college application ... | |
| Art school help? | 11/5/2011 |
| Q: Hey Im a sophomore in high school(so this isnt really urgent) but ive been looking into ... A: There are quite a few schools that offer music and theater programs. Some require you to audition ... | |
| General Education Requierments | 11/5/2011 |
| Q: Watts, I am currently a junior in high school. I would like to study hotel management in college ... A: Most colleges have general education requirements because they want students to have some exposure ... | |
| College teacher | 11/4/2011 |
| Q: Susie, I'm Bianca. Right now I'm a high school sophmore. Recently my teacher have been telling us ... A: In many large universities, the first two years of your courses are taught by teaching assistants ... | |
| to select MBA university in Marketing | 10/21/2011 |
| Q: Warm greetings from Baku, ... A: My five top schools for a MBA in marketing in your areas of interest would be the University of ... | |
| Physical Therapy Help! | 10/14/2011 |
| Q: my name is Alyssa, and I'm aspiring to become a Physical Therapist. I'm currently a student at a ... A: Obviously, physical therapy requires a lot of science so I would take as many science courses as you ... | |
| Choosing a college | 9/29/2011 |
| Q: I'm a junior and I'm thinking about college. I want to be a graphic designer, or doing something in ... A: If you enjoy art classes, then by all means take a few of them before your graduate. There are some ... | |
| Choice of Major | 9/29/2011 |
| Q: My dilemma lies in the realm of majors. I am stuck between two, which require copious amounts of ... A: That is a question that many people face: Passion vs. reliability. I would agree that there are ... | |
| Please Guide An Aspiring Environmental Journalist | 9/24/2011 |
| Q: I'm very confused about my future right now. I know that I want to write and help animals at the ... A: I would suggest you major in journalism with a minor in environmental science. I think that ... | |
| May you please recommend me colleges? | 7/21/2011 |
| Q: I am a junior from Thailand and I would like to apply for college in the US or Canada. I would like ... A: It is really hard to recommend colleges based only on your grades and test scores. I help students ... | |
| colleges with a color guard in VA | 7/20/2011 |
| Q: My number one requirement for a school is for it to be in Virginia and it must have a colorguard ... A: There is a whole website that is for college color guards. I would suggest you google this and see ... | |
| college rankings | 7/20/2011 |
| Q: which magazine/newspaper rankings of colleges would you say is most accurate? Also, how would you ... A: As a private college counselor, I am not a big believer in any of the magazine rankings. I think ... | |
| language requirements | 6/30/2011 |
| Q: I will be a junior in high school next year and would like some information on the language ... A: I know that many schools want students to have three or four years of the same language. Each ... | |
| Gap year | 6/17/2011 |
| Q: I'm a high school junior who is considering taking a gap year after my graduation, mainly to travel ... A: Before you submit college applications, you should contact the schools you are applying to and talk ... | |
| INDECISION... | 5/9/2011 |
| Q: I'm 15 years old but already thinking of my future and higher education. I currently keep a 3.70 GPA ... A: Most of the larger state universities have good programs in business administration and management. ... | |
| extra curricular activities | 3/13/2011 |
| Q: my son is a freshman in high school and we are starting to think about the college application ... A: Colleges like to see students participate in a few different areas: community service, school ... | |
| Univeristy | 3/8/2011 |
| Q: I have a learning disability but I have very high marks high 80's and 90's in every subject. I work ... A: There is hope and a learning disability should not get in your way. If you are confused or not ... | |
| choosing college | 2/9/2011 |
| Q: Out of these schools which should I go to: uw-la crosse, Minnesota, uw-Madison, Arizona state, ... A: As a college consultant, I don't think I am in a position to make that decision. A lot depends on ... | |
| college and deciding on a career | 2/1/2011 |
| Q: Assuming that at the end of senior year (i'm currently a sophomore) I'll have a GPA between 3.5 and ... A: You sound like a very well qualified student who should have a successful experience with college ... | |
| College for struggling student with ADHD | 1/24/2011 |
| Q: Our daughter who has ADHD has not succeeded in High School for many reasons, not the least of which ... A: I think it might be very helpful for you to have a college consultant assist with finding some ... | |
| Essays | 11/25/2010 |
| Q: Well I finished writing my essay for UT Austin; however I am not sure if this essay would be good ... A: I think your have done a good job on your essay, but I believe it is too long. You need to remember ... | |
| Feedback On Essay Topics | 11/18/2010 |
| Q: I have five ideas, all of which are very important to me; if I could send in five essays, I honestly ... A: Growing up in Saudi Arabia Being a vegan Humanities View on beauty Father's Bipolar Any of your ... | |
| need help | 11/10/2010 |
| Q: Hey .. I'm a student of an online high school (Ashworth High School) and I love writing and being ... A: I have a website http://www.collegedirection.org that has a lot of information about the college ... | |
| need help | 11/10/2010 |
| Q: Hey .. I'm a student of an online high school (Ashworth High School) and I love writing and being ... A: The first two years of college are usually spent taking the core classes you need in order to ... | |
| need help | 11/9/2010 |
| Q: Hey .. I'm a student of an online high school (Ashworth High School) and I love writing and being ... A: If writing is something you are passionate about and you would like to write for a magazine or ... | |
| International Student | 11/1/2010 |
| Q: Susie: I'm a Colombian girl who wants to study in the USA (geology, physics, related majors). I am ... A: Money is pretty tight at most colleges right now. I would suggest you apply to some private ... | |
| I need an advice | 10/6/2010 |
| Q: I am an international student from Japan. I have lived in the US since 8th grade, and I am a senior ... A: I think your reading score is going to concern a lot of colleges. I would suggest you take the SAT ... | |
| Selection of subjects in IB | 9/22/2010 |
| Q: I have started my IB course with visual arts, english, maths, physics, french ab. initio and ... A: I would not worry about your IB courses and how they will affect your career choices. They won't. ... | |
| Question | 9/19/2010 |
| Q: Good Day, I have two questions please: 1- Is it available to complete Ph.D degree in campus-based ... A: Some colleges and universities will allow you to complete your Ph.D with an online Masters degree ... | |
| Medical School | 9/1/2010 |
| Q: I'm an undergrad college student who just started his sophomore year. Due to certain problems I got ... A: I would suggest you find a major that interests you the most and start making the best grades ... | |
| Best College for Journalism? | 8/28/2010 |
| Q: I'm interested in pursuing a career in the media. What is the best undergraduate ... A: There are many schools with journalism and communication programs that are excellent. You should ... | |
| choosing the affordable college. | 8/28/2010 |
| Q: I am from Kentucky and i am trying to register with a local community technical college but i didn't ... A: If you didn't qualify for financial aid at your local community technical college, you will probably ... | |
| Odd response? | 8/21/2010 |
| Q: I need help from an older person. I went to speak with a staff member of my college, the financial ... A: I would agree the response you got does not seem appropriate. If I were you, I would contact the ... | |
| help | 8/17/2010 |
| Q: If i maintain a good gpa 3.2 or higher i can get scholarships and honor society when i transfer from ... A: There are students who drop out of high school for many reasons. There should be a lot of schools ... | |
| I'm so lost | 8/3/2010 |
| Q: Well I am about to enter my last yr of high school and i'm COMPLETELY lost. My choices for furture ... A: I think you should probably consider UGA or Emory. It sounds like you really enjoy singing and see ... | |
| HUGE question, already in college | 5/30/2010 |
| Q: I have no idea who to talk to in real life about this. Me and my family are stumped, depressed, ... A: You do need some help and you need it quickly. I am not in a position to offer a lot of financial ... | |
| AAS in Hospitality Management | 5/22/2010 |
| Q: I am seriously considering an A.A.S degree in Hospitality Management, but I am not sure if it's ... A: Many people in the hospitality industry get an associates degree from a community college and begin ... | |
| Down to two choices | 5/16/2010 |
| Q: I'm going to be a High School Senior next year and I have narrowed my college choices down. Is it a ... A: As a college consultant, I would not use your Dad's criteria to decide where I would attend school ... | |
| college | 5/7/2010 |
| Q: ..nd i still absolutely HATE it i am african american and living here makes it very hard because ... A: I think you should give UNM a chance for a year. If you are not happy by the middle of your second ... | |
| help!! | 5/2/2010 |
| Q: I need college help immediately? I need immediate help. I've been at the art institute for 2 years. ... A: I think you need to finish the next 6 months and get your associate's degree. It would be a real ... | |
| Hey! | 5/1/2010 |
| Q: I am 15 years old and i have a 4.167 GPA i want to be an astronaut or a forensic scientist, what ... A: It sounds like you will want to look at schools that offer a strong science major or perhaps ... | |
| M.Sc | 3/13/2010 |
| Q: I am giving exam of B.Sc Last year. and my percentage would be atleast 60% in all three years. I ... A: Almost every school in the U.S. offers a graduate degree in chemistry if they have a graduate ... | |
| Pchycaitric doctor/Consolar | 3/12/2010 |
| Q: I'm going to high school this year and in our counrty we have to choose sections that will help us ... A: I would suggest you get into the section that interests you the most. Your high school courses are ... | |
| Diverse Campus | 3/7/2010 |
| Q: I am a 16 year old, High School Junior and come from a white, Christian, upper middle class family ... A: I do not see any downside to what you are thinking. You will not actually start applying to schools ... | |
| I want to go to community college | 2/22/2010 |
| Q: I am in a very good situation as far as colleges go. I worked my butt off since 8th grade. I have ... A: There is nothing wrong with a community college, but your mother may feel that many of the students ... | |
| I want to go to community college | 2/22/2010 |
| Q: I am in a very good situation as far as colleges go. I worked my butt off since 8th grade. I have ... A: If your mother felt that it was important for you to go to a community college for financial ... | |
| Recreation Majors | 2/17/2010 |
| Q: My name is Shane Carman. I am a high school student at Geneseo Central School, in Geneseo NY. I am ... A: I think it is accurate to say that most recreation majors include people who love sports and would ... | |
| veterinarian schools | 2/5/2010 |
| Q: I'm looking to colleges for my future after high school and i have been told by many people that i ... A: Most colleges will not accept an application until your senior year. Some do not even make their ... | |
| veterinarian schools | 2/4/2010 |
| Q: I'm looking to colleges for my future after high school and i have been told by many people that i ... A: I think it is great that you are planning ahead and being a veterinarian would be a very rewarding ... | |
| Which university and course? | 1/25/2010 |
| Q: Hey Susie, I am Anthony from Greece and this time i have to choose my future studies..Well things ... A: Going to college is complicated and most students need some help in order to make the right ... | |
| To take a year off, or not to? | 1/19/2010 |
| Q: I was hoping you could give me some advice on this... recently my parents, namely my mother, has ... A: As a college consultant, I can tell you that people have different opinions as to whether a gap year ... | |
| student loans | 1/15/2010 |
| Q: I want to go back to school. I had perfect credit until recently and am probably going to file ... A: Every school is different is how they respond to bankruptcy and financial matters. I would suggest ... | |
| ADHD Specific Collefges | 1/13/2010 |
| Q: My daughter is 16 and has been ADHD-afflicted all her life. She will graduate high school in June, ... A: There are some excellent schools for students with ADHD. Some in California, but a lot in other ... | |
| Taking a semester off?? | 1/13/2010 |
| Q: I just finished my first semester at a community college in Austin. I've been thinking a lot lately ... A: Unless you registered late, you should still be able to get into some general ed classes by meeting ... | |
| state tuition | 1/13/2010 |
| Q: If I move to new york and marry my girlfriend there that is a long time resident there, do I ... A: It would be nice if it were that easy. In most cases, you must live in a state for at least a year ... | |
| Taking a semester off?? | 1/12/2010 |
| Q: I just finished my first semester at a community college in Austin. I've been thinking a lot lately ... A: I know it is frustrating to register for classes in many schools and especially when you are a ... | |
| Preparing for College | 1/12/2010 |
| Q: I am a 16 year old girl in my junior year of high school. I am a starter for my varsity team, ... A: I have just written an article on this subject titled, "Good College Advice and Help for High School ... | |
| Choosing A College/Finding the Right Major | 1/2/2010 |
| Q: I am a sophomore in high school, and its time to think about my future! I would like to become an ... A: When you are considering an undergraduate degree which is your first four years of college, you ... | |
| US citizen abroad | 12/28/2009 |
| Q: My husband and I are both US citizens, I am born in Oklahoma, and lived most of my life with my ... A: I am a college consultant and work with many high school students helping them with the college ... | |
| Pharm Major? | 12/25/2009 |
| Q: I'm a student in the US, Virginia, specifically. My career choice is to become a pharmacist. I ... A: I think there are a number of majors that will work for you if you want to become a pharmacist. ... | |
| Grad School dilemna | 12/17/2009 |
| Q: ..I have a B.A. in Psychology that I attained from Oral Roberts University in 2003. I have been ... A: I think your best bet is probably Kaplan. From the information I have, their program is strong and ... | |
| Where do I start? | 12/17/2009 |
| Q: I have no idea where to start in finding the right college for me. I want to become a social worker ... A: You're getting an early start on your college planning and college search and that gives you plenty ... | |
| Colleges for ADHD | 12/4/2009 |
| Q: I am looking for colleges for my daughter who has ADHD and a vaguely identified processing disorder. ... A: There are many schools that offer excellent programs for students with learning disabilities. I ... | |
| Finding the right University | 12/2/2009 |
| Q: I am in the process of looking for a university to transfer to from the community college I am ... A: Finding schools with good English programs is quite easy. Finding schools that have good English ... | |
| eligibility criteria | 11/14/2009 |
| Q: i am studying bca and is in 3rd year.i got 49% in 10th and 59% in 12th and till now my ygpa in bca ... A: I think you should try an internet search for schools that offer a graduate program in your area of ... | |
| i dont what college to go to | 10/31/2009 |
| Q: what college can i go to, to become a phlebotmist but at the same time i want to be in a sority? A: Most people who become phlebotists get all of their job training on the job. There are no real ... | |
| hey,need help | 10/22/2009 |
| Q: Hey I am a sophomore in high school and I live in Myrtle Beach,South Carolina. I would love to be a ... A: There are many schools that offer good journalism programs, but not all include sports broadcasting. ... | |
| help find me a college please!!! | 10/6/2009 |
| Q: i am trying to find a college that suits me cause i am outgoing i love working with computers i ... A: There are many schools that could be right for you. It is hard for me to make specific suggestions ... | |
| hi | 9/26/2009 |
| Q: what colleges state or uc's in California offer accounting or computer science? A: Sorry I did not get back to you sooner, but I was out-of-town at a college conference. Accounting ... | |
| animation and graphic design | 9/6/2009 |
| Q: Heyy, I hope u cud help me out with this. Im currently pursuing my 3rd year in B.E Hons in Computer ... A: Go on your computer to www.university of phoenix.edu or www.elearners.com and you can get some ... | |
| entering a college | 9/3/2009 |
| Q: Miss Susie Watts We are a group of teachers in syria , we would like to ask the following ... A: When choosing the best colleges, it is important to consider the student and what he or she is ... | |
| Campus Living | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: I am a high school junior researching different colleges and universities. I have narrowed my ... A: This is a question you should email to the campus living department at the school that interests you ... | |
| Confused | 7/20/2009 |
| Q: Hey, sorry to put this question here, this may not be the right section but this was the one that ... A: You will need general education classes to transfer and that is why you are signed up for those. It ... | |
| Master Degree | 7/13/2009 |
| Q: I am just about to finish my Bachelors in Audio and Speech Pathology (Speech & Hearing) in India. ... A: I would suggest you take a look at the following schools that have excellent programs in speech ... | |
| transfer credits in middle of degree? | 7/7/2009 |
| Q: i have completed 2and half years of a 4year engineering degree in India.Is there any possibility of ... A: Most schools in the US differ in the number of credits they will accept from another university. ... | |
| college majors?? | 7/6/2009 |
| Q: I'm entering my senior year of high school and I already know what I want to do which is be a pilot ... A: You could consider aeronautical engineering or consider going to one of the schools that specialize ... | |
| Please help | 6/22/2009 |
| Q: I am 22 years old and i live in India.I have completed my M.A. with English and now I want to gain ... A: You need to find someone who can give you some beginning instruction in using the internet. If you ... | |
| University applications | 6/21/2009 |
| Q: I really need an expert's opinion to decide about my university choices and I was amazed when I ... A: Biology does make a difference. I would still stick with Princeton, Wellesley, Tufts and the ... | |
| selecting a major | 6/20/2009 |
| Q: I would like him to take an aptitude test to see what majors would interest him most. All of the ... A: I work with a lot of students and very few juniors have any idea what they want to major in. Most ... | |
| transfer student | 6/4/2009 |
| Q: im about to attend st.louis community next year because its affordable and i didnt do so hot in high ... A: All you need to do in order to attend a good four year school is to attend community college for at ... | |
| choosing a sociology school for me | 6/3/2009 |
| Q: I'm looking for a school that is in a fairly large city or town with a good sociology program. ... A: There are many good schools in large cities with great sociology programs. It is difficult for me ... | |
| Help? | 4/30/2009 |
| Q: All I know is that I would like to pursue a career in mathematics and I'm not really looking at ... A: I usually don't suggest specific colleges for students without taking time to get to him them. This ... | |
| college and ADD | 4/22/2009 |
| Q: My son(21)is ADD (inattentive type), compassionate, patient, a great teacher,athletic. He very much ... A: Unfortunately, most schools have similar requirements and higher level math and biology can ... | |
| transferring | 4/10/2009 |
| Q: I'm now a senior in high school who will be attending University of Maryland in the fall. I applied ... A: UCLA is a very difficult school to get into but it is often easier to transfer to than apply as a ... | |
| the best Sociology college for me | 3/25/2009 |
| Q: I'm looking for a college with a good sociology department. i live in California I have around a ... A: There are many schools, both large and small, that have excellent sociology departments. The first ... | |
| Technical Theatre | 3/20/2009 |
| Q: I am an international student, and am searching for the best local school specifically technical ... A: I think the schools you are looking at are good choices. Your best bet in find the technical ... | |
| Medical School and Undergrad studies | 3/19/2009 |
| Q: I'm a homeschooled senior this year, and I'm planning a career in medicine. I want to go to ... A: If you decide to take anything online, I would not take any science or math courses. They should to ... | |
| where do I go | 3/17/2009 |
| Q: I live on the west coast (Oregon) and I don't want to go to far from home but I want to get in the ... A: I suggest you find some schools that offer you what you want in terms of location, size, and those ... | |
| Medical School and Undergrad studies | 3/16/2009 |
| Q: I'm a homeschooled senior this year, and I'm planning a career in medicine. I want to go to ... A: I think you should plan on getting a job next year and wait to start college when you can actually ... | |
| pre-med colleges | 3/13/2009 |
| Q: I live in houston tx and I would like to know what are some good colleges near here. I would prefer ... A: Lots of students think they have to major in pre-med in order to get into medical school. Most ... | |
| Associates Degrees | 3/8/2009 |
| Q: Do you have to have a General education AA before you take classes to get an AA in psychology? I ... A: When a student gets an associates degree, she also needs to take the core classes that are required ... | |
| What are some good Technical/Trade/2-Year college careers? | 3/5/2009 |
| Q: Hey, I have been in and out of 4 Year Colleges over the past couple of years. I started off with an ... A: My suggestion would be to look online at some nearby community colleges and see what degree programs ... | |
| College Search | 2/24/2009 |
| Q: I am a United States Citizen (from San Diego, California), studying abroad, currently doing my A' ... A: I can give you the names of some schools that offer pre-med but you will need to check on the ... | |
| biomedical engineering | 2/16/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering if you knew of any Christian schools that offer a biomedical engineering program. ... A: Most Christian colleges are on the smaller side and often are not able to offer engineering. Many ... | |
| Music Majors and Careers | 1/21/2009 |
| Q: My name is Chris and I'm 16 (hold on I'll explain why so young) and I'm having issues deciding my ... A: Medical schools are interested in students who major in many different areas. One of the most ... | |
| U.S Marines and Medical SChool | 1/12/2009 |
| Q: Im a senior in high school and plan to join the U.S Marine Reserve. I was wondering if medical ... A: More than likely you will gain a lot of discipline and leadership experience with the marines and ... | |
| Aeronuatical engineering | 1/9/2009 |
| Q: I am doing 3rd year aeronautical engineering in India. I want to pursue higher studies in US. kindly ... A: That is a question you would probably have to ask professors who are directly involved in the ... | |
| Aeronuatical engineering | 1/8/2009 |
| Q: I am doing 3rd year aeronautical engineering in India. I want to pursue higher studies in US. kindly ... A: Some schools you might want to consider are the University of Arizona, University of Colorado. Embry ... | |
| College Search | 1/8/2009 |
| Q: What universities in the United States offer pre-med undergraduate admissions in the spring/winter ... A: Many colleges and universities offer pre-med programs, but quite honestly most medical schools want ... | |
| Unsure about which types of colleges I should aim for | 12/16/2008 |
| Q: I’m a junior in high school right now. Throughout high school, I’ve set myself up to get into ... A: A C or two is not going to keep you out of college, but burning out is not a great quality so you ... | |
| Unsure about which types of colleges I should aim for | 12/15/2008 |
| Q: I’m a junior in high school right now. Throughout high school, I’ve set myself up to get into ... A: First of all, you are far from doomed. There is nothing wrong with a 3.9 and I think a lot of ... | |
| community college in boston area | 12/14/2008 |
| Q: im a 22-year old girl from sweden who really want to study in the us. its so hard to find any ... A: I would suggest you email Boston University and tell them you are interested in a community college ... | |
| community college in boston area | 12/13/2008 |
| Q: im a 22-year old girl from sweden who really want to study in the us. its so hard to find any ... A: Bunker Hill Community College and Roxbury Community College are two right in the Boston area. Many ... | |
| Sociology Degree | 11/28/2008 |
| Q: I am currently attending a Community College and i am getting closer and closer to receiving my A. ... A: There are very few schools that do not offer a good social science program. These would be schools ... | |
| screenwriting programs | 11/21/2008 |
| Q: my name is shane carman and even though i am still young (13) i have begun looking at collage info. ... A: You probably will be looking at schools that offer film majors. Most colleges want you to be a ... | |
| Career Choices | 10/31/2008 |
| Q: What are some good/decent paying jobs/careers that require only short termed training/schooling (2 ... A: There will also be a need for plumbers and electricians and other people to work in the trades. ... | |
| can i get into U of Hawaii or Hawaii Pacific University? | 10/19/2008 |
| Q: right now a junior in high school bad GPA i plan on finishing high school with a 2.8,.. i do good at ... A: If you continue to work hard and bring your grades up, you may have a chance to get into one of the ... | |
| GPA | 10/15/2008 |
| Q: My GPA is very very low it was about 1.8 so I was wondering will I still be able to go to University ... A: With a 1.8 GPA your opportunities are very limited. UNH is a fairly competitive school and their ... | |
| College Help | 9/28/2008 |
| Q: I am a high school junior, and I am starting to go through the college process (taking SATs, looking ... A: There is a web site www.mymajors.com that gives you a chance to look at a lot of different areas and ... | |
| difficulty understanding foreign born profs | 9/14/2008 |
| Q: My son is a freshman at a very good engineering school. He loves the size of the school and the ... A: This is a tough question because it does exist in more schools than we might like to admit. I think ... | |
| Can I go to college? | 9/5/2008 |
| Q: earlier this year I graduated from homeschool(i'm 17) and I honestly don't feel like i've learned ... A: Don't be discouraged Lorenzo because you probably are a lot smarter than you think you are. You ... | |
| Recording Arts Degree | 9/3/2008 |
| Q: my name is Elias and I recently found out about the existence of the Recording Arts major. I've ... A: A lot of two year schools offer an associates degree in things like recording arts. There is ... | |
| College selection | 9/2/2008 |
| Q: I am searching for colleges that have a music degree with concentration and training in music ... A: Jazz seems to be a new addition to many music schools. I would suggest you investigate schools that ... | |
| Where can I get in to college? | 8/31/2008 |
| Q: My reach schools I'm applying to are Yale and Brown. I also will be applying to Notre Dame and ... A: From your resume, you sound like a very qualified student both in the classroom and out. I usually ... | |
| College Career | 8/12/2008 |
| Q: I am having a lot of problems with choosing the right career to pursue. I spend a lot of time on my ... A: If you are planning on going to a junior college, take all of your core classes that are required ... | |
| choosing an art college | 8/4/2008 |
| Q: Is choosing an Art College right for me? I love art and design and film and theatre, but I and also ... A: From what you have emailed, I think a college or university would be a better choice for you than an ... | |
| college | 7/26/2008 |
| Q: My youngest son who has ADD and who struggled in high school has been out now for three years and ... A: There are many schools on the east coast and mid-west that have great departments for students with ... | |
| hello | 7/21/2008 |
| Q: my name is Shavari Cox and I am in the 11th grade. I am looking for college that have the major ... A: You can go to any college to become a pediatrician. First you attend a four year school for your ... | |
| about college choice and scholarship | 7/7/2008 |
| Q: i am a student from Nepal completed my high school. i want to go to the united states for my Under ... A: Your chances for a scholarship will be better at a private university because they have more money ... | |
| Meeting the criteria | 6/28/2008 |
| Q: My name is Priscilla and I will be a freshman this fall at Austin College. I am content with my ... A: There are some schools that you fit your criteria, but they would be next to impossible to get into ... | |
| sociology | 6/13/2008 |
| Q: first of all i am a Colombian student in France i m doing my degree of sociology at the university ... A: Sorry, I am unable to open the link. Sociology and the social sciences are usually good in most ... | |
| sociology | 6/12/2008 |
| Q: first of all i am a Colombian student in France i m doing my degree of sociology at the university ... A: Most schools in the states will not allow you to do just one year on their campus for your last ... | |
| follow up last question | 6/12/2008 |
| Q: Sorry for new question, it said I had too many follow up... I'm not sure I understood what you said: ... A: You can do a major in any subject for 4 years and then you would enter medical school. Medical ... | |
| college degrees associates/bachelors | 6/11/2008 |
| Q: what are some pros and cons with choosing one degree over the other? bachelor's vs associates A: An associates degree is two years of college and with limit you in some jobs. Many jobs require a ... | |
| Do I have a chance? | 6/10/2008 |
| Q: Currently I'm a sophomore. My average for last year was 96, and this year it's 90, and I'm extremely ... A: It sounds to me as though you are doing everything about right. I especially like your science ... | |
| getting into college | 6/4/2008 |
| Q: I have taken Spanish 1 and 2 in seventh and eight grade and Spanish 3 in ninth grade (high school) ... A: Middle school foreign language does not count toward your high school credits. You should probably ... | |
| What College is right for me? | 5/30/2008 |
| Q: I am a junior in high school and 17 years old. After high school i am interested in studying ... A: Law schools are interested in students from every major. Some students pursue history, political ... | |
| so many credits | 5/30/2008 |
| Q: By the time I graduated after changing my major a dozen times, I had amassed enough credits for two ... A: Every college is different in their policy about extra credits and whether they can apply to another ... | |
| Help please | 5/28/2008 |
| Q: First of all, I am from the province of Quebec, in Canada. If you know a little about it, we have ... A: Here is a very random list of schools you might want to start with: Baylor University in Texas ... | |
| Help please | 5/27/2008 |
| Q: First of all, I am from the province of Quebec, in Canada. If you know a little about it, we have ... A: First of all, I think colleges are going to be most interested in your grades from high school. You ... | |
| What should I do? | 5/21/2008 |
| Q: I'm a sophomore in high school that is interested in studying international relations. However, I'm ... A: Do a college search of Florida schools that offer international relations. It is a major that can ... | |
| I would like to attend Upenn's college of general studies. How can I make this happen? | 5/10/2008 |
| Q: I went to the communications high school of the Monmouth county vocational school district in NJ. ... A: Penn is a very competitive school, but it sounds as though you have accomplished a lot in your life ... | |
| What should I take? | 5/3/2008 |
| Q: Im only just going into college and I still havent chose a college. Im either planning on going onto ... A: If you are only going into college, you don't need to worry about a school that offers a master's ... | |
| where to go? | 4/24/2008 |
| Q: so to be short, I am from Canada (Quebec) and I am 17 years old. I want to move up to the ... A: The great thing about going to college in the US is that you do not need to have a major when you ... | |
| Please help me decide | 4/24/2008 |
| Q: I thought I had done a pretty good job researching colleges and I thought that once I was accepted ... A: After looking at your comments on the three schools, it sounds as though you are leaning toward ... | |
| where to go? | 4/23/2008 |
| Q: so to be short, I am from Canada (Quebec) and I am 17 years old. I want to move up to the ... A: I think colleges will be more interested in your high school grades and test scores. You should ... | |
| Selecting a good college for Child Psychology | 4/15/2008 |
| Q: I have read through the threads and I see that some people have already asked a similar question, so ... A: The most important thing for you to do is find some schools that you like and go to their websites ... | |
| IB Subjects | 4/12/2008 |
| Q: I am just about to begin my IB Diploma programme and have opted for the following subjects: English ... A: I think I would opt for another course in lieu of one of your business and management classes. ... | |
| grad school eating disorders | 3/22/2008 |
| Q: What colleges have graduate programs in psycology for specalizing in eating disorders? Thank you for ... A: I don't know of any schools that specialize in a psychology major that only concerns eating ... | |
| What's the right college for me? | 3/4/2008 |
| Q: My name is Jared and I am a senior in High School, just outside Dallas, Texas. I have applied to ... A: There are many schools that offer great opportunities for musical connections, but a lot of them are ... | |
| choice of courses to select | 2/8/2008 |
| Q: My daughter is a sophomore .She is interested in doing corporate law after undergraduate. Since i ... A: I usually suggest students take both the SAT and ACT because they are both college admission tests ... | |
| choice of courses to select | 2/8/2008 |
| Q: My daughter is a sophomore .She is interested in doing corporate law after undergraduate. Since i ... A: I think the classes she is scheduled to take look very appropriate for a junior year. She should ... | |
| my special study option(lots of diversity) | 1/21/2008 |
| Q: i am planning to study in a college in the US(or canada) next year.i haven't decided on my major ... A: Most colleges do not require you to select a specific major until the end of your second year. You ... | |
| Stanford | 1/21/2008 |
| Q: I saw some of your other answers and knew you could help me. Anyways, I am extremely set on ... A: Continue playing the guitar, but do something unique with it. Colleges like Stanford are looking ... | |
| Stanford | 1/20/2008 |
| Q: I saw some of your other answers and knew you could help me. Anyways, I am extremely set on ... A: Schools, even Stanford, can overlook a semester of grades if there is a good reason why they ... | |
| Am i on the right track | 1/14/2008 |
| Q: I am trying to become a registered nurse and am not sure if I'm on the right track. I have ask so ... A: I think online courses are fine, but if you could find a community college where you could take many ... | |
| College | 12/24/2007 |
| Q: Watching my parents struggle to pay all the bills makes me want to find a good paying job that will ... A: A college education is the key to getting a good job. You should major in an area that you enjoy ... | |
| college | 12/17/2007 |
| Q: i live in indiana. for college i want to go to one of the uc (university of california) campuses, ... A: The University of California website has detailed information about each of the UC schools. Many of ... | |
| Rejection letters... why?? | 12/8/2007 |
| Q: I was wondering, due to the very competitive nature of college admissions these years, as to the ... A: Often times students are rejected because other students bring something to a school that interests ... | |
| best sociology school for me? | 12/5/2007 |
| Q: Im looking to transfer from a Los Angeles CC to a university with the best possible SOC program I ... A: A good sociology program is not difficult to find, but I think you first need to think about what it ... | |
| Credit Transfers | 11/20/2007 |
| Q: Is it possible to transfer my credits from West Michigan University to UCLA? If it is possible, how ... A: UCLA will ask for a transcript from Western Michigan University to see what your courses and grades ... | |
| can you recommand me some good college | 10/23/2007 |
| Q: i am now studying my first quater in a community college in washiton state, since i am considering ... A: Most of the community colleges in California do a good job of preparing students to enter a four ... | |
| choosing right college | 10/22/2007 |
| Q: I am an indian student(2nd year ,bechler of technology) .And i am planning for my master degree in ... A: Many colleges look for students with some work experience before they enter a master degree program ... | |
| a college of science | 10/21/2007 |
| Q: Mainly I want to find a college that is focused on research in biological sciences like cell biology ... A: Most schools in the UC system do not provide many opportunities for students to do research, That ... | |
| travilling to usa | 10/20/2007 |
| Q: and what course should i do in college . A: In the US, when a student is interested in medical school, he goes to a four year college first and ... | |
| regarding M.S | 10/16/2007 |
| Q: Mam , i completed my B.Tech in mechanical engg . i want ur advice wether i shuld persue M.S in ... A: I think aeronautical engineering is the major you should choose. Here are some schools in the US ... | |
| college MIT? | 10/16/2007 |
| Q: Hey... I really want to go to MIT, but I am from Canada. I was just wondering what kind of ... A: MIT is going to be much more interested in your grades, difficulty of classes, rank in class, and ... | |
| Cultural Anthropology Major | 10/13/2007 |
| Q: I'm a student at a community college and I will be filling out my applications to tranfer soon. ... A: The following schools offer good anthropology majors, but it is probably a good idea to go on their ... | |
| IB vs. Community College | 10/9/2007 |
| Q: I live in Broward County, Florida. I am currently in a Pre-IB (Pre International Baccalaureate) ... A: I don't think you can go wrong with the IB program, especially if you are doing as well as you are ... | |
| colleges for music majors | 10/9/2007 |
| Q: what college in the united states offers portuguese as a college major and where is the college ? ... A: There are many great schools for music majors. A lot depends on what kind of music you want to ... | |
| about aeronautical college. | 10/3/2007 |
| Q: Resp. Mam, I have finished my BE in Mechanical &I'm from India&i have passed my GRE exam.Is this ... A: A few schools you might look into are the University of Arizona, Purdue University, University of ... | |
| How to find a good community college | 10/2/2007 |
| Q: i would like to find a good community college. Somewhere where its a good community, give good ... A: Community colleges are good places to begin a college education because they are inexpensive and ... | |
| full scholarship if possible | 9/29/2007 |
| Q: I am ramesh maharjan, from nepal, currently studying computer engineering (bachelor) in university ... A: It is very difficult for an international student to get a full scholarship in the United States ... | |
| horses | 9/13/2007 |
| Q: I was wondering if you can help me find a college that is inexpensive. I currently attend a ... A: I am including a number of two year and four year colleges that either offer a degree or a ... | |
| registered nurse | 9/8/2007 |
| Q: If i want to become a registered nurse what do i have to major in? A: Some colleges have majors in nursing but they are often very difficult to get into. You can major ... | |
| plzzz helping me ... | 9/3/2007 |
| Q: I'm a saudi student .i have got a Diplomma of computer science and i wanna to complete my study but ... A: Columbus University could be a good school, but I would do a little research before you make a final ... | |
| Transferring/Taking a semester off | 8/31/2007 |
| Q: i recently asked a question about transferring after the first semester and am now considering ... A: Taking a semester off is not a bad thing to do, but when you transfer to another school, it is not ... | |
| Transferring | 8/27/2007 |
| Q: I applied to four year schools and got in, but then decided to attend community college and my ... A: Most four year schools want to see a student's full year at a community college. Since you take ... | |
| ADHD services in college | 8/25/2007 |
| Q: My son is extremely bright and has a good high school record so far with mostly honors courses. ... A: I usually spend a fair amount of time researching schools for students and don't like to recommend ... | |
| choosing a college | 8/23/2007 |
| Q: I live in Mexico and go to boarding school in Canada-entering my senior year. I want to study ... A: I am a college consultant specializing in assisting students with college selection and helping them ... | |
| What kind of college is right for me? | 8/21/2007 |
| Q: Watts, Thanks for answering questions on the site, but I hope I can ask you a question about a ... A: With your grades, ACT test score and family income, you should be able to get some nice scholarships ... | |
| The Yard...? | 8/17/2007 |
| Q: Watts, This is very simple: After completing community college next spring, I want to attend an Ivy ... A: Many ivy league schools are looking for first generation college students. They will certainly be ... | |
| hello | 8/16/2007 |
| Q: I am looking to attend a good business college like wharton or columbia,MIT pretty much what ever i ... A: The most important thing you can do now is to take strong academic classes and do the best you can ... | |
| College Admission | 8/15/2007 |
| Q: My name is Nicki Ferrari. I lost my job to a foreign country. I am an ex Sony Electronics worker. ... A: I would go directly to the admissions office at this school and ask to speak to the director of ... | |
| online classes | 8/14/2007 |
| Q: I graduated in 2005 but never went to college because i felt burnt out and didn't have the money. I ... A: Liberal arts is a great beginning for any major you want to pursue or as a major in itself. Your ... | |
| best college | 8/14/2007 |
| Q: I want to know which university is the best for studying psychology. Thanks A: There are probably 50-100 universities and colleges where psychology is a strong and popular major. ... | |
| college or university | 8/14/2007 |
| Q: What is the difference between a college and a university? i.e. a community college, vs. a state ... A: A four year school is called a college or university. A community college is a two year school. ... | |
| math career and college | 8/12/2007 |
| Q: My son is a junior in H.S. He will be taking APCalculus this year. He does very well and it comes ... A: There is nothing wrong with majoring in math and not concerning yourself with what you might do with ... | |
| transfering | 8/12/2007 |
| Q: .. i am thinking about attending boston architectural college.. there are a lot of great colleges ... A: I think you should consider a college where you hope to spend four years, not one that you are ... | |
| Doubts to be Cleared | 8/8/2007 |
| Q: Sir, this is Sachin from Lucknow. I got 47% marks in 10+2 in the year 2005. At present i am ... A: If the school says it is recognized by the government of India, I think you need to assume that is ... | |
| NEED ADVISE | 8/3/2007 |
| Q: IAM GOING TO FINICH SCHOOL THE NEXT YEAR AND I DONT KNOW WHICH UNIVERSITY TO GO AND I CANT EVEN ... A: A good place to start is to ask yourself some questions? Do I want a large or small school? Where do ... | |
| u of mayland | 8/1/2007 |
| Q: i looked into u. of maryland and learned that they have a 100 percent acceptance rating. why is ... A: The University of Maryland University College is an online university so anyone can take courses ... | |
| u of mayland | 7/31/2007 |
| Q: i looked into u. of maryland and learned that they have a 100 percent acceptance rating. why is ... A: I don't think you read the figures correctly. Last year the University of Maryland accepted just ... | |
| Pre-med colleges | 7/28/2007 |
| Q: I'm a senior in high school and am already certain that i want to be an obstetrician when i get ... A: The main focus of your undergraduate education is to major in something that you really enjoy. ... | |
| the college admission process- postsecondary | 7/27/2007 |
| Q: i'm an international student applying to several US colleges starting fall (2007-2008). I graduated ... A: Most international students need to take the TOEFL exam in order to show their capabilities in ... | |
| college for aviation studies | 7/23/2007 |
| Q: i am doing my 3rd year in electronics and communication engineering in chennai,india.The course span ... A: One of the best schools for aviation training is Embry Riddle in the US. They do offer a College of ... | |
| two year private colleges | 7/22/2007 |
| Q: what are they? are they something like community colleges? i am not so sure if i understand what ... A: Two year private colleges are usually for students who need a little more academic preparation for a ... | |
| the college admission process- postsecondary | 7/22/2007 |
| Q: i'm an international student applying to several US colleges starting fall (2007-2008). I graduated ... A: If you have never attended colleges, you would submit your application as a freshman undergraduate ... | |
| psychology | 7/21/2007 |
| Q: I would like to go to college to become a psychologist but really don't want to leave Ohio so what ... A: Psychology is offered at most schools as a major. The first thing you should do is consider which ... | |
| Where? | 7/19/2007 |
| Q: I am going to be a high school junior and it's getting to get to be that time to start college ... A: I would suggest you look at a good liberal arts school where you take a wide variety of courses. ... | |
| Admissions | 7/16/2007 |
| Q: I dropped out of school at 16, and I never made it past my freshman year. Last summer I enrolled in ... A: It sounds to me as though you are on the right track. Don't concern yourself with the fact that you ... | |
| choosing | 7/12/2007 |
| Q: !! i am a student in california with a gpa of 2.6 and a sat score of 1500. and i am interested in ... A: I can suggest some schools in the Northeast that you might want to take a look at. Your grades and ... | |
| University Of California - Berkeley | 7/11/2007 |
| Q: I have scored 2010 on the SAT (reading 580, writing 710, math 720). University of California ... A: I would say that you have a good chance, but your reading score will concern them because colleges ... | |
| college and high school | 7/6/2007 |
| Q: If i was to grad. in the 11 grade, would that be good on my college app.? Also how to i grad. in the ... A: Most colleges prefer students to finish the 12th grade because they feel the extra year helps ... | |
| i need help choosing a college | 6/25/2007 |
| Q: I would like for you to help me chose the right college for myself. I would like to become a ... A: I would suggest you go online and look at colleges that offer nursing. It is important you consider ... | |
| Best college for my major | 6/19/2007 |
| Q: I was just wondering what Illinois university you think produces the most hired graduates. What is ... A: Northwestern probably produces the most hired graduates, but many of their students go on to ... | |
| College selection | 5/25/2007 |
| Q: I have just passed my XII class exam with 80% in PCB group . I am really confused about what to do ... A: A computer degree is beneficial for many careers so if that is something that interests you it would ... | |
| Psychiatry | 5/23/2007 |
| Q: I know this question has been asked multiple times in a couple of months period of time, but I was ... A: There are only psychology undergraduate degrees. You would need to go to medical school in order to ... | |
| choosing the right college | 5/20/2007 |
| Q: I am 18 years old and I am currently attending a community college. After high school graduation I ... A: I don't want to disagree with your family, but many black students choose historically black ... | |
| What do UNC colleges expect? | 5/10/2007 |
| Q: I am a junior in high school and i try to decide on which UNC college i would like to go to. But ... A: You should look up the University of North Carolina website and go to each school in the system. ... | |
| college names | 5/8/2007 |
| Q: Madam Pls can you send me the names or engineering colleges in Uk. Pls send the names of those ... A: I am sending a list of schools you might want to consider. I would suggest you do a google search ... | |
| College Stats | 5/3/2007 |
| Q: I have had difficulty finding clear statistics (even at the census website) of what percentage of ... A: Hang in there. Your degree will always be worth something and it is the ticket to a better job and ... | |
| College Stats | 5/3/2007 |
| Q: I have had difficulty finding clear statistics (even at the census website) of what percentage of ... A: Approximately 29% of the United States population has a bachelor's degree. This number has remained ... | |
| Architecture schools... | 4/3/2007 |
| Q: Susie Watts, I've been interested lately in going to school in Chicago, IL. I'd like to continue ... A: I checked three different resources I have and I too found it difficult to find architecture schools ... | |
| Psychology | 3/23/2007 |
| Q: You wouldn't happen to know the top best school for psychology? Is UB at all at the top? ANSWER: A ... A: More than a thousand schools offer a psychology major. It is one of the strongest in about 350. ... | |
| Psychology | 3/21/2007 |
| Q: You wouldn't happen to know the top best school for psychology? Is UB at all at the top? A: A few of the best would be Baylor, Emory, Lehigh, University of Arizona, University of ... | |
| Picking | 3/7/2007 |
| Q: I'm in grade 7, but I still want to get ahead to know what I'm doing soon. So I was wondering, I ... A: There are a lot of very good schools that offer accounting and hockey, but you need to decide some ... | |
| community college | 2/25/2007 |
| Q: Im really confused about college and what to do in my current situation. Im forced to go along with ... A: Most colleges will be interested in your community college grades especially if your high school ... | |
| College | 2/7/2007 |
| Q: Ok, I'm a sophomore, soon to be junior. I want to be an ARNP ( Advanced registered nurse ... A: Some community colleges will allow high school students to take courses. You would probably need to ... | |
| Choosing a college | 1/24/2007 |
| Q: My name's Bob, i'm 16 and i live in Greece. After finishing high school here in two years, i want to ... A: If you are a good enough basketball player, you might be able to earn a scholarship or grant which ... | |
| Could I? | 1/19/2007 |
| Q: I am a junior in high school and my GPA is a 2.7. I would like to become a psychologist. Maybe a ... A: I would suggest one of the University of South Carolina campuses or you might look into Wofford as ... | |
| I cant figure out which college is best for me? | 1/15/2007 |
| Q: I want to attend Medical school so I want to go to the best college I can so that I will be accepted ... A: I think you should choose the school that is right for you. You can major in whatever interests you ... | |
| aye aye aye! | 1/15/2007 |
| Q: I am a junior in high school and the thought of college is overwhelming! I am looking to own and run ... A: I think Johnson and Wales offer a very fine culinary school and would be a good choice. They have a ... | |
| Need help on getting started on my dream. | 1/13/2007 |
| Q: Another question, with your experience, is it better to study a field to better finance myself first ... A: If you choose a school where you can major in both film studies and journalism, you would have the ... | |
| Need help on getting started on my dream. | 1/12/2007 |
| Q: This has been a tricky decision for me since I was in high school and have made bad decisions in the ... A: I am going to give you a number of schools that offer a good film study major. I would suggest that ... | |
| Picking A School | 1/11/2007 |
| Q: I'm a junior in CA and have just started to really look for schools im interested in. I was ... A: I would suggest you go to the University of California website and explore the different campuses ... | |
| Changing schools | 1/9/2007 |
| Q: I spent the last 2 years attending Edinboro University of PA for Graphic Design. Recently, I dropped ... A: Penn State would give you a chance to explore graphic design or art education or other majors that ... | |
| Looking for a school to transfer to | 1/9/2007 |
| Q: How can I know what are good programs and what aren't? I am looking at University of Delaware, ... A: Your best bet is to look at each school's catalog and see how extensive the psychology program is in ... | |
| pre-med | 1/8/2007 |
| Q: How do I find a college that offers a pre-med program? Thank you. A: Medical schools today are interested in students with many different majors. The most sought after ... | |
| going away to college | 12/24/2006 |
| Q: How do I convince my son that going away to college can be a good thing? He has 12 yrs in small. ... A: What I would suggest is that you encourage your son to apply to some schools that are out-of-state ... | |
| addmission in vancouver colleges | 12/18/2006 |
| Q: i already knew about these universities. i asked you on the basis of my qualification please suggest ... A: I would say you would be eligible for both of these schools, but many factors weigh into a decision. ... | |
| addmission in vancouver colleges | 12/18/2006 |
| Q: thanx for replying. it can be a college as well as university but in vancouver only. please rely me ... A: Two schools I would look at seriously in Vancouver are the University of British Columbia and Simon ... | |
| what university is right for me? | 12/14/2006 |
| Q: I am looking to transfer to a University soon. I am seeking a coaching degree and would like to know ... A: A few schools in Oklahoma and Texas that offer a degree in coaching through their physical education ... | |
| College Search | 12/12/2006 |
| Q: How do I find out which colleges are suited for my line of study? Major: Mechanical Engineering ... A: You should first think about what you want in a college experience in addition to your interest of ... | |
| which college is right for me? | 12/12/2006 |
| Q: Well i went to Broward Community College,in florida.For a year, didnt like it. I am 22 now really ... A: First, I think you need to decide what location appeals to you most in terms of attending college. ... | |
| Selection of a college for masters in architecture | 12/9/2006 |
| Q: Resp. Ms Susie, I Viral Chandegra, a graduate of architecture from a Gujarat university,India ... A: Some schools that I would suggest you look into with a masters in architecture are the following: ... | |
| Major and college choice | 11/30/2006 |
| Q: Ok im having trouble deciding my college major first off. I like to work with computers and ... A: Computer programming is probably an area that would give you more opportunities, but you don't ... | |
| College in UK & US for PG in Aeronautical Engg. | 11/27/2006 |
| Q: Resp Ms. Susie, I am Ruchik. A student of B.E. Aeronautical Engg. I want to continue my education by ... A: There are many colleges and universities that offer a masters degree in aeronautical engineering. I ... | |
| What college is right for me? | 11/27/2006 |
| Q: I am going to be an industrial engineering i am a junior in high school and i am 17 years old and i ... A: Colleges that offer industrial engineering close to Illinois are as follows: Bradley University ... | |
| Dance Minor | 11/20/2006 |
| Q: my name is nicole. I am a junior in search of a list of colleges with strong dance programs. ... A: I would suggest that you do an internet search for colleges with good dance programs. Then you can ... | |
| Transfer Admissions | 11/10/2006 |
| Q: I want to transfer to Harvard University from my current college CUNY Hunter College. Please help ... A: Colleges want to know what the reason is for your transfer. They are interested in students who ... | |
| Human Geography | 11/10/2006 |
| Q: Yeah that is a great start. Is there a ranking of these by academic excellence, either by school or ... A: I would consider them all very reputable schools, but I would suggest your stepson check out their ... | |
| choosing a college | 11/7/2006 |
| Q: so basically all the schools that offer this course (LPN)will be fine as long as they fit my ... A: Miami-Dade College-School of nursing is a respected program as well. Nurses are in big demand in ... | |
| choosing a college | 11/7/2006 |
| Q: i'm planning to become an lpn but i would like to have your opinion on whats the best school here in ... A: Florida National would be a good school to look at. I would first call and set up an interview ... | |
| international student | 11/4/2006 |
| Q: i am an international student pertaining to Nepal(India's neighbour). i have finished my A-levels ... A: My name is Susie, not Bruce, but I hope to help you with your question. I have a list of schools ... | |
| choosing a college | 11/1/2006 |
| Q: I would like to attend a top law school program. I have a BA in psychology from the university of ... A: I think I would be inclined to suggest that you get a master's degree. Choose whatever subject ... | |
| Transferring | 10/31/2006 |
| Q: I am currently a freshman at a four- year university about 90 minutes from my home. I have had an ... A: I would suggest that you give your four-year university a try for another semester. Many students ... | |
| transfer on a budget | 9/26/2006 |
| Q: I am a sophmore at a state school and I realized that my college decision was way too hasty. There ... A: Here are a few suggestions: Trenton in NJ, Pittsburgh in PA, Fordham in NY( even though it's ... | |
| Vet | 9/20/2006 |
| Q: i was told in order to become a vet u first need to get degrees in biology and maybe zoology. Is ... A: Obviously a lot of science is required in order to be a vet. I don't think the major you choose is ... | |
| Admission FAQs for International Student | 9/4/2006 |
| Q: I am from India, I'm doing my 3rd year Computer Science Engineering from 1 out of 17 National ... A: There are different grading systems in the United States, but most are based on a 4.0 as the ... | |
| college selection | 9/3/2006 |
| Q: I've heard that its more important to select a college based on an applicant's intended major than ... A: I don't like to pay too much attention to rankings because no one knows what kind of criteria they ... | |
| Accreditation | 8/30/2006 |
| Q: It is helpful. Can you tell me what I should look for as far as accreditation? I have heard of ... A: A good place to start would be the website www.elearners.com/colleges. There are quite a few ... | |
| Accreditation | 8/30/2006 |
| Q: I am thinking of earning my degree through an online program. Before I sign up I wanted to make ... A: Unfortunately, there are a lot of bogus online degree programs that you need to watch out for. ... | |
| Associates Degree | 8/25/2006 |
| Q: I'm a senior in high school and am planning to attend Kirkwood Community College in Iowa. I plan to ... A: Both are two year degrees and whether you get an A.A or an A.S depends on your major. One is an ... | |
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