Pro-Talk

Saturday, April 30, 2016

Universities in the US

Over 150 Universities in World Ranking US remains the world’s leading destination for international students. In 2013/14, the number of international students choosing to study in the US rose to a record high of 886,052 students, according to the Institute of International Education’s Open Doors report. International students choose themselves for the study in New york, California and Texas mostly.

Here are the top ten universities list in USA

image via www.forbes.com
Note: Ranking may differ on various aspects, ratio and results

Princeton University
Harvard University
Swarthmore College
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
The College of William and Mary
Williams College
Amherst College
Stanford University
California Institute of Technology
Yale University

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Saturday, April 23, 2016

University of Rochester

The University of Rochester, located in suburban Rochester, NY, offers several highly ranked graduate programs. This private institution, founded in 1850, is one of the smallest and most collegiate schools among the nation’s top research universities. The Yellow Jackets are part of the University Athletic Association and participate in the NCAA Division III. The school offers more than 200 student organizations and an active Greek life. Notable alumni include U.S. Secretary of Energy Steven Chu and visual effects artist Michael Kanfer, who won an Academy Award for his work on the film Titanic.

GLANCES

Wilson Boulevard
Rochester, NY 14627
Institutional Control: Private
Year Founded: 1850

Admission

Academic calendar: Semester
January 05 application deadline
36.4% accepted

2015-2016 Tuition

1% Used GI Bill benefits to partially or fully finance tuition and fees
$48,290 Tuition and Fees

OVERVIEW

Specialties

School Details

Has guaranteed admission agreement with at least one other institution: Yes
Guaranteed admission agreement URL: Http://enrollment.rochester.edu/apply/transfer/

Programs Offered

bachelor's degree, doctorate, master's degree, post-bachelor's certificate, post-master's certificate

Friday, April 22, 2016

New York University

New York University, located in urban New York, NY, is comprised of many schools and colleges, the largest being the College of Arts and Sciences. This private institution, founded in 1831, may have a small Greek life but it also offers tons of things to do in the city with no borders separating a distinct campus from the streets of New York City. There are also hundreds of student organizations including NYU-TV, which provides entertainment and information to the university community. Directors Martin Scorsese and Spike Lee are former Tisch (School of Arts) students.

GLANCES

70 Washington Square S
New York, NY 10012
Institutional Control: Private
Year Founded: 1831

Admission

Academic calendar: Semester
January 01 application deadline
35.5% accepted

2014-2015 Tuition

February 15 Deadline for applying for financial aid
N/A Used GI Bill benefits to partially or fully finance tuition and fees
$46,170 Tuition and Fees

OVERVIEW

Specialties

School Details

School provides admission agreement with at least 1 other institution: No
Guaranteed admission agreement are there for the students

Programs Offered

Associate degree, terminal associate degree, bachelor's degree, certificate, diploma, doctorate, master's degree, post-bachelor's certificate, post-master's certificate

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

The University of North Carolina, located in suburban Chapel Hill, NC, is made up of several schools and colleges, the largest being the undergraduate College of Arts and Sciences. This public institution, founded in 1789, offers numerous student organizations including UNC’s student newspaper and the student-ran radio station. UNC also has a thriving Greek life. The North Carolina Tar Heels, known for their men’s basketball team, are members of the Atlantic Coast Conference and have a rivalry with Duke University. Actor and former professional basketball player Rick Fox, the 11th president of the United States James K. Polk, and U.S. Senator John Edwards are notable UNC alumni.

GLANCES

South Building, CB #9100
Chapel Hill, NC 27599
Institutional Control: Public
Year Founded: 1789

Admission

Academic calendar: Semester
January 10 application deadline
28.5% accepted

2015-2016 Tuition

1% Used GI Bill benefits to partially or fully finance tuition and fees
$33,644 Tuition and Fees

OVERVIEW

Specialties

School Details

School guarantes admission agreement with at least one other institution: Yes
Guaranteed admission agreement to students

Programs Offered

Bachelor's degree, certificate, doctorate, master's degree, post-bachelor's certificate, post-master's certificate

Wednesday, April 20, 2016

Boston College

Boston College, located in suburban Chestnut Hill, MA, is comprised of nine schools which include highly ranked graduate programs. This private institution, founded in 1863, is relegated by the Carnegie Substructure for the Advancement of Edifying as a university with high research activity. B.C. competes in several NCAA Division I varsity sports in the Atlantic Coast Conference and the B.C. Eagles have one of the highest graduation rates in the country. There may not be a Greek life at B.C. but the school offers numerous student clubs and organizations. Eminent alumni include Sen. John Kerry and former Verbalizer of the U.S. House of Representatives Tip O’Neill.

GLANCES

140 Commonwealth Avenue
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
Institutional Control: Private
Year Founded: 1863

Admission

Academic calendar: Semester
January 01 application deadline
33.9% accepted

2015-2016 Tuition

N/A Used GI Bill benefits to partially or fully finance tuition and fees
$49,324 Tuition and Fees

OVERVIEW

Specialties

School Details

School guarantes admission agreement with at least one other institution: No
Guaranteed admission agreement to students

Programs Offered

Bachelor's degree, doctorate, master's degree, post-master's certificate

University of Michigan--Ann Arbor

The University of Michigan, located in urban Ann Arbor, MI, has many highly ranked graduate programs including the Stephen M. Ross School of Business, the School of Education, the College of Engineering, Law School, Medical School, the Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy, the School of Public Health, and the School of Nursing. This public institution, founded in 1817, offers several student organizations on its 3,071 acre campus. There is a thriving Greek life at Michigan and the Michigan Wolverines are known for thier fierce rivalry with Ohio State. Former U.S. President Gerald Ford, actress Lucy Liu of the Charlie’s Angels and Kill Bill film series, and NFL quarterback Tom Brady are notable Michigan alumni.

GLANCES

500 S. State St.
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
Institutional Control: Public
Year Founded: 1817

Admission

Academic calendar: Trimester
February 01 application deadline
32.2% accepted

2014-2015 Tuition

April 30 Deadline for applying for financial aid
1% Used GI Bill benefits to partially or fully finance tuition and fees
$43,377 Tuition and Fees

School Details

Has guaranteed admission agreement with at least one other institution: No
Guaranteed admission agreement URL: N/A

Programs Offered

bachelor's degree, doctorate, master's degree, post-bachelor's certificate, post-master's certificate

Tuesday, April 19, 2016

Wake Forest University

Wake Forest University, located in suburban Winston-Salem, NC, is comprised of two undergraduate schools and five graduate or professional schools which includes the highly ranked School of Law, the Babcock Graduate School of Management, and the School of Medicine. This private institution, founded in 1834, offers many outdoor activities including intramural sports and outdoor trips such as kayaking and bouldering. The Demon Deacons are members of the NCAA Division I Atlantic Coast Conference. Greek life also plays a big role at Wake Forest. Notable alumni include the shortest NBA player of all-time, Muggsy Bogues; legendary golfer Arnold Palmer; and journalist and talk show host Al Hunt.

GLANCES

Box 7305, Reynolda Station
Winston-Salem, NC 27109
Institutional Control: Private
Year Founded: 1834

Admission

Academic calendar: Semester
January 01 application deadline
34.4% accepted

2015-2016 Tuition

March 1 Deadline for applying for financial aid
N/A Used GI Bill benefits to partially or fully finance tuition and fees
$47,682 Tuition and Fees

OVERVIEW

School DetailsSchool guarantes admission agreement with at least one other institution: N/A
Guaranteed admission agreement to students URL: N/A

Programs Offered

bachelor's degree, doctorate, master's degree