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2012-02-01 [02:10:06] Thank You, Enya McEvoy. Answer: Hi, Thank you for your question. A veterinary degree is a graduate degree so you must first have an undergraduate degree to apply to a veterinary degree. Each university will have different requirements and costs and it will take some research on your part to find the university that may suit you. The following website may be helpful to you and suggest you do further GOOGLE searches for other websites: http://www.avma.org/education/cvea/colleges_accredited/colleges_accredited.asp http://grad-schools.usnews.rankingsandreviews.com/best-graduate-schools/top-health-schools/veterinarian-rankings Please visit our EducationUSA website which contains comprehensive useful information on study in the U.S.: http://www.educationusa.info. On this website go to "For International Students" section. We also recommend that you contact an EducationUSA advising center in your area for more personalized help and detailed information on studying in the U.S. To find an EducationUSA Advising Center in your country please go to: http://www.educationusa.info/centers.php. All the best.
2011-10-24 [02:45:11] Answer: Hi, Thank you for your question. As an American citizen your daughter will be eligible to apply for grants, funding, scholarships and loans as any other American citizen even though she will be considered an international student based on her education. She may be eligible for in state tuition in the state of Illinois but that will be determined by the universities in that state if she chooses to apply there. Her admission will be determined by the universities to which she applies and each university may have a different set of requirements. They will look at all grades from year 9 through 12 as well as SAT exam scores and extra curricular activities. They will also ask for letters of recommendation from at least two teachers. There are many types of scholarships. Academic scholarships are given to outstanding academic students. Funding offered will probably not cover all her education costs. I suggest she search the schools that offer the degree she wants and see what types of funding they may offer. Please visit our EducationUSA website which contains comprehensive useful information on study in the U.S.: http://www.educationusa.info. On this website go to "For International Students" and then click on "Apply and Be Admitted" and "Undergraduate Study." We also recommend that you contact an EducationUSA advising center in your area for more personalized help and detailed information on studying in the U.S. To find an EducationUSA Advising Center in your country please go to: http://www.educationusa.info/centers.php. All the best.
2011-08-20 [05:07:51] Answer: Below please find some information that will be helpful to you. ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS Each college will specify the types of official records it requires to document past education. In American terms, these are called transcripts and include a list of clauses that you have taken at secondary school, when they were taken and the grades you received for each class. The U.S. college may furnish special forms on which school authorities are asked to write your grades and your academic performance relative to other students in your secondary school. If such forms are not provided, your school still will be expected to submit official documents that provide this kind of information on letterhead paper with the school stamp. If the admissions officer requests an explanation of the grading and class ranking system or descriptions of classes taken or subjects you have studied, this information should be furnished by an official of your school, if possible. U.S. admissions officers prefer that transcripts of previous educational work be sent with your application in an envelope sealed by your school or sent directly from the school. U.S. colleges either will evaluate your grades and documents themselves, or they sometimes require international applicants to pay an outside company, called a credential evaluator, to evaluate your documents. In addition to a transcript you must also send certified copies of the originals of secondary school diplomas, certificates, final examination results, or records of your performance in any national or leaving examinations administered in your home country. Do not send original documents unless there is no alternative, usually they cannot be returned. Copies should be certificed with an official seal from the school, or certified by a public official authorized to certify such documents. If English translations are necessary, you may use the services of a professional translator or you may translate the document yourself. Such translations must also be certified by an acceptable agency. Some U.S. educational information and advising centers translate and certify documents to assist you with the application process. There may be a charge for such services. Do not attempt to convert your school results and courses into American terms. Instead, try to provide as much background information as possible on the grading system used and the types of diplomas, certificates, or awards granted. In regard to translating your marks and/or degree from your country into that of the US, a good resource will be National Association of Credential Evaluation Services. Their website http://www.naces.org/members.htm will provide you with many companies which translate international transcripts into their U.S. equivalent.
2011-08-16 [13:03:23] I’d like to know : Is there a due date to present all the documents to enroll? Does she have to come to the U.S. to introduce herself at the University? How can she get a scholarship. Does she need to have good academic achievements for all the 5 years of school to get a scholarship or this last year and the result of the end of the year test is enough? Does she need recommendations of her teachers in Art, history of Art, Painting? Answer: There are many opportunities to study in the U.S. and as an American citizen your daughter will be eligible to apply for grants, funding, scholarships and loans as any other American citizen even though she will be considered an international student based on her education. Her admission will be determined by the universities to which she applies and each university may have a different set of requirements. They will look at all grades from year 9 through 12 as well as SAT exam scores. Regarding deadlines for application I suggest looking at the individual schools she wishes to appy to and see what their deadlines are. They will also ask for letters of recommendation from at least two teachers. Since she is an Art major they may ask for a portfolio of work. There are many types of scholarships. Academic scholarships are given to outstanding academic students. Funding offered will probably not cover all her education costs. I suggest she search the schools that offer the degree she wants and see what types of funding they may offer.
2011-08-01 [05:57:55] Answer: For tips on writing a successful essay for admission please go to the following website: http://www.collegeboard.com/student/apply/essay-skills/9406.html.
2011-07-28 [15:31:43] Answer: There are many opportunities to study in the U.S. at the Graduate level but it will take some research on your part to find the right program for you. Your admission will be determined by the universities to which you apply and each university will have a different set of requirements, cost, course duration, scholarship opportunities, housing etc.
There are scholarship opportunities for international students at the Graduate level. Each university is different so you must search to see what the universities offer that you are interested. Additionally you can also look for outside sources. Following is some useful information. How to apply to US Graduate Schools U.S. Graduate Schools are all independent, and each sets its own requirements for admission. Within each school individual programs may often have different requirements. These guidelines are written to assist you in your search for graduate education. It is advisable to start this process approximately one to one-and-a-half year(s) before you hope to begin studies. In the U.S., the American academic year begins late August or early September, and students should generally request admission for this (autumn or fall) term. Obtain information about institutions which offer the program you want to pursue. Use reference guides, such as Peterson's Guide and the Directory of Graduate Programs, to locate specific institutions which offer the program at the degree level (Master's or Doctorate) you are seeking. Write directly to the Graduate Admissions Offices of the institutions to obtain information and applications. Indicate the major academic area of interest to you. Write to the academic department of the university. Carefully print your name and address on all such inquiries. Stress field of specialization, professional background, reasons for choosing particular faculty and ask for information on financial aid possibilities. You do not need the name of the department chairman or a professor to obtain an application. Advise each office that you have contacted the other. Read thoroughly all materials received to determine whether the program you want is offered; whether you appear to meet the minimum academic requirement; if you require financial assistance, whether it is available for your proposed programs; and whether you can meet the application deadlines. Apply to more than one institution. U.S. institutions receive many applications and often cannot accommodate all qualified applicants. You may decide which institution to attend after you have received your admission offers. Complete the admission application carefully and legibly. Always give your name in exactly the same way on the application and in all correspondence. If some of your records are under a different name, be sure you indicate that on the application. Complete all items on the application and submit all items requested. If an application fee is required, submit the appropriate amount in U.S. currency with your application. Most institutions will not process your application without the fee. Request official academic records both in the native language and in English translation. Official documents must bear the seal of the school and authorized signature. Photocopies are not usually acceptable unless they are officially attested as exact copies of the original. Records should be submitted for all post-secondary schools attended and should provide a list of courses taken, yearly examination results, and conferral of degrees. If your native language is not English, register as early as possible for an English proficiency exam such as TOEFL or IELTS and request that testing service forward your scores to the institutions to which you are applying. Register for the Graduate Record Examination (GRE), the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT), or other tests if required by the program/institution to which you are applying. Request letters of recommendation as required by the program/institution. These letters should generally be written by professors with whom you have studied. Submit verification of scholarship or other financial support. Note the deadlines for application given in the institutional information you receive. Different institutions/programs have different deadlines. Allow time for mail delays, application consideration, and for obtaining passport and visa when you are ad mitted. Apply early. Stated application deadlines are generally the final date for receipt of applications and all supporting credentials. Additional time is required to process applications from international students. Allow 6-8 weeks after your application is submitted to an institution to receive their admission decision. Many schools and departments, however, send admission offers only in March and April. It is courteous to notify an institution if you will not be accepting their offer of admission. Send all requests, applications, and credentials airmail. Remember: A Certificate of Eligibility (I-20 or IAP-66) cannot be issued until you have been admitted, your level of English proficiency has been determined (and additional training arranged if necessary) and your funding has been established as a sufficient amount to meet the institution's expenses. A Certificate of Eligibility is valid only for study in the institution which issued it - and only for the dates of the course of study. If you have questions about a program of study or your application status, do not hesitate to write to the university for more information. Aid from US Universities: Fellowships, Scholarships, FELLOWSHIPS As a rule they are based on academic merit and generally have no teaching or research obligations. The department normally awards fellowships after the first year of study. Graduate fellowships may be modest, covering only tuition and fees, and monthly cash payments for maintenance Fellowships do not usually cover the total cost of living and studying. SCHOLARSHIPS As a rule they are based on academic merit, generally require no repayment obligation and usually cover full or partial tuition. ASSISTANTSHIPS Although availability of financial assistance from university departments varies directly with the field, many foreign graduate students finance US education through assistantships. This is the most common form of financial aid at the graduate level. Assistantships are cash awards, which require the performance of services related to the field of study, usually about 20 hours per week. Sometimes an assistantship carries with it a waiver or reduction of tuition. Awards may range from as little as $500 to as much as $17,000 (or effectively higher, if high tuition costs are waived) for an academic year. US income tax must be paid on all forms of graduate financial assistance including assistantships. Competition for all types of assistantships is intense, since only limited numbers are available at any one institution. Foreign applicants’ financial need is taken into consideration; the most important factor in selection is academic achievement and promise in the field of study. Practically all awards for graduate study are made one year at a time. Renewal is not automatic and depends on your performance and the availability of funds. There are several types of assistantships: Teaching, Research and Administrative. To locate likely sources of aid, you can consult the Peterson’s Guide to Graduate and Professional Programs: http://www.petersons.com. General information about the program that you are interested in also includes information on financial aid awarded by the department. Choose several institutions that offer assistantships and consult other references for further information. Below are some websites to help you in your searches: GRADUATE UNIVERSITY SEARCH http://www.collegeboard.com http://www.collegenet.com/ http://www.usnews.com/sections/education/index.html http://www.gradschools.com/ http://www.cgsnet.org http://www.collegesource.org/home.asp http://www.petersons.com/ http://www.mba.com/ http://www.embark.com/ http://www.a2zcolleges.com/ http://www.allschoolsandlearning.com/ GRADUATE FUNDING SEARCH http://www.collegeboard.com http://www.fastweb.com http://www.collegenet.com http://www.finaid.org http://www.iie.org/fulbright http://www.fdncenter.org http://www.iaf.gov http://www.rotary.org http://www.edupass.org/finaid http://www.nsf.gov http://www.grantsnet.org (Science Field) http://www.internationalstudentloan.com http://www.national-academies.org RESEARCH GRANTS http://www.iie.org/cies http://www.national-academics.org http://www.nationalacademies.org/grantprograms.html
2011-07-16 [09:06:05] Answer: Your admission will be determined by the universities to which you apply and each university will have a different set of requirements, regarding test scores, cost, course duration, scholarship opportunities, housing etc. There are many opportunities to study in the U.S. at the Graduate level but it will take some research on your part to find the right program for you.
2011-07-05 [02:14:09] Answer: Following are some websites for credential evaluation: http://www.wes.org World Education Services - Credential Evaluators http://www.edperspective.org Educational Perspective - Credential Evaluators
2011-06-04 [22:23:26] Answer: There are many English language courses offered in the colleges and universities in the U.S. You may find less expensive courses in Community Colleges. WEBSITES - ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAMS Learning English the Web Way: free website from the U.S. Department of Education http://theboard.blogs.nytimes.com/2008/11/24/learning-english-the-web-way/ Learning English the Web Way By The Editorial Board USA Learns is a free website from the U.S. Department of Education that helps people learn to speak and write English. The website at www.usalearns.org, is not a substitute for English as a Second Language classes. But it's a good start. People who don't have the time, money, needed to get into E.S.L.(English as Second Language) classes, or who want to practice on their own, can now get hours of valuable training in the practical language. ETS LAUNCHES TOEFL(R) TV CHANNEL ON YOUTUBE(R) A resource for students learning English - TOEFL(R) TV - the official TOEFL channel on YouTube(R). TOEFL TV provides tips from teachers and other students on improving English-language skills; video testimonials from universities and other TOEFL-accepting institutions on why they use the TOEFL(R) test; and student videos sharing test preparation tips. TOEFL TV can be found at www.youtube.com/TOEFLtv. ************************************************************ ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE WEBSITES Check out these websites featuring English as a Second Language: www.teacherjoe.us/index.html: A free resource for English grammar,speaking, reading, and writing; it also contains links to other helpful websites. http://esl.about.com/library: This site contains resources, practical help and exercises for learning and practicing English. www.esl.cafe.com: Check this site for exercises, chat groups, exercises, links for jobs, etc. The discussion forums include members from all over the world, and everyone is practicing English. http://englishclub.com/index.htm: On this website you will find many resources and interesting information that can help you learn and practice English. www.englishtest.com: Here you can find short practice tests for nearly every English skill. Although many of the resources are free, many require payment, so select what you want to practice carefully.
2011-06-04 [21:56:58] Answer: There are many opportunities to study in the U.S. at the Graduate level and your chances are good for admission. It will take some research on your part to find the right program for you. Your admission will be determined by the universities to which you apply and each university will have a different set of requirements, cost, course duration, scholarship opportunities, housing etc.
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