By Paul Fain. The University of Southern California's trustees on Tuesday approved a broad set of changes to the governing board in the wake of a series of scandals at the university, USC announced. More...
27 novembre 2019
27 novembre 2019
How to attend university without a high school diploma
A high school diploma is commonly needed to attend college or university, and without it the admission process can be complicated, but still possible. There are several ways in the US to go to university without a high school diploma:
- Many schools offer non-traditional student programmes with admission criteria, such as life and work experiences. The term ‘non-traditional student’ is typically used for those students who’ve taken a break for at least six years between high school and college.
- Another possible way to learn at university is for students to take individual classes without being admitted to a university. Students who choose this route can only receive a limited amount of credits and will not receive a degree. These students are called non-degree seeking students. This option is ideal for students who want to attend a specific course, or gain a certain skill or knowledge needed for their job, but don’t want to commit to a complete study programme. Also, some colleges allow students to attend courses through certificate programmes.
- Another option is dual enrolment, which means students can take college classes while still in high school. Depending on the US-state there are several types of dual enrolments and each state sets the standards for course options and earning credits.
- Other options for students to explore, are career schools. These types of schools offer a special foci on particular professions or skills, without requiring a high school diploma. Some of these schools even offer preparation courses for the GED-test (General Education Development or General Education Diploma). The GED or High School Equivalency Certificate shows that you have a level of knowledge equivalent to a high school graduate and it is internationally recognised.
- Home-schooled students are also recruited to colleges. For getting into college, they can apply even without a GED or high school diploma by supplying additional materials. These may include portfolios, curriculum outlines and reading lists in lieu of transcripts.
- Our last tip for attending college without a high school diploma is to attend community college. Community colleges enrol adult students without high school credentials and even provide students the opportunity to take remedial courses to catch up.
27 novembre 2019
The history of your favorite classic horror films
It’s Halloween, and the vale between the living and the dead is at its thinnest, making it the best time for scary movies. Many horror films and scary stories have a historical origin, and typically a good scientific explanation as to how/ why they occurred. Historians and modern-day scientists play a crucial role in debunking old folklore and providing up-to-date scientific explanations and even solutions. More...27 novembre 2019
How study abroad works: possibilities to live in another country during your education
First thing that comes to mind when you talk about studying abroad is going with an institution like a university or college. But in order for you to study abroad, you do not have to go through your university or college, there is also the possibility to study abroad through a third part provider – like an agency. More...27 novembre 2019
Do I need English language certificates (IELTS, TOEFL, etc.)?
To receive an English language certificate like the IELTS (International English Language Testing System) and TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), four parts of the language are tested, including:
- Reading
- Listening
- Speaking
- Writing
27 novembre 2019
Work during studying
According to the latest social survey conducted by the ‘Deutsches Studentenwerke’, some two thirds (66%) of university students work in parallel to their studies. Making supplemental income during your studies is becoming more common in Germany. More...27 novembre 2019
How University Works: Introduction to University Life
Applying for and studying at the university level can seem like a cosmic universe, but it doesn’t have to be so extra-terrestrial. Just like the universe, there are countless possibilities of what and where you can study. More...27 novembre 2019
Study in Spain: My study abroad experience
I have always had a passion for travel. My parents would take my brother and me to Europe as often as we could financially manage, to visit family and to learn about where we came from. My father came to the United States with his two brothers and his parents from Romania in 1975. My mother was born in the US, however her mother is also from Romania and her father is from Hungary. More.../https%3A%2F%2Fprofilepics.canalblog.com%2Fprofilepics%2F1%2F0%2F1076071.jpg)