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A Checklist with Calendar for College Application Process

August 30, 2010

High School Senior Year is the gateway to your child’s adult life, and the choices your child makes will greatly impact his/her future. Parents’ help during college application process is crucial! that process needs lots of preparation considering it does have many steps and involves a lot of research and paperwork, such as college apllication essay. To follow the college application schedule and meet deadline dates is the key.
After we have done some research, we compile the following list …

Top Engineering Schools in the United States

August 23, 2010

If you are interested in engineering majors, check out these universities, which have top ranking on engineering education and research.

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT, private)
Stanford University (private)
California Institute of Technology (Caltech, private)
University of California at Berkeley (UC Berkeley, public)
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor (public)
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (public)
Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech, public)
Carnegie Mellon …

A School Supply List for Kindergarten

August 9, 2010

School teachers may recommend specific qualitys, sizes, or quantities, but even whether the list isn’t available, we can still take advantage of back-to-school sales by sticking to the basics recommended below. Here is a suggested list of supplies for kindergarten. Quantities and sizes may vary from school to school. Keep that checklist handy to form our back-to-school shopping easy, and avoid buying unnecessary stuff to save money.
1. No. 2 pencils (6 or more)
2. Colored pencils (1 box)
3. Wa…

A List of Top Public Universities in the U.S.

July 28, 2010

Public universities funded by each state, usually represent a great value, particularly for in-state students. Here we made a List of the Best public universities alphabetically, which have world-renowned faculty, excellent facilities, and famous name recognition for your reference.
Georgia Tech – Georgia Institute of Technology
Located in Atlanta, Georgia Tech consistently ranks as one of the best public universities in the United States. Georgia Tech’s greatest strengths are in the…

Why Our Family Went With A Toyota Camry Hybrid

July 21, 2010

I admit it.  I am one of those moms that has never been fond of mini-vans.  Mini-vans and Mom Jeans are on my list of no-nos.  That’s why I wanted a car that would be practical for a family with kids and also slick enough so that I am not compared to a Soccer Mom with a Mini Van.

I also wanted to be environmentally friendly but was afraid the price would be too high.  However, once I saw the Camry Hybrid I decided to give it a try.  It is sleek, spacious and you cannot beat the mileage.

UC(University of California) Admissions goods(Part Two)

June 12, 2010

Here we collected UC admissions input of the nine UC universities that offer undergraduate degrees, which listed generally from the most to least selective including data on acceptance rate, SAT/ACT scores, costs, and financial aid.
6. UC Davis
UC Davis located in west of Sacramento, CA, is the largest in the UC system. It ranks among the top 20 public universities in the United States. UC Davis offers by 100 undergraduate majors, and the university’s strengths are diverse covering arts, h…

UC(University of California) Admissions documents(Part One)

May 4, 2010

Here we collected UC admissions documents of the nine UC universities that offer undergraduate degrees, which listed generally from the most to least selective including info on acceptance rate, SAT/ACT scores, costs, and financial aid.
1. UC Berkeley
UC Berkeley located in the San Francisco Bay area, ranks as the best public university in the United States; it has top-ranked programs in the humanities, sciences, and engineering.
Admissions info (2008):
Acceptance rate: 21%
Test Scores: (25th …

UC(University of California) Admissions: Eligibility and duration Line

April 27, 2010

The University of California System has nine UC Schools for Undergraduates. Some of them are evaluated as the top public schools in the United States. We have done some research and collected some fundamental knowledge on admissions for University of California. It includes data about selection criteria, eligibility calculation, pop quiz requirements, admissions timeline, and financial aid application timeline.
How UC Reviews Applicants – Comprehensive Review
Because the applicant pool is …

Ivy League Admissions goods – Do You Research

April 20, 2010

As most of us know that a degree from an Ivy League school benefits a lot. whether you have it, usually mean that you are intelligent above average, and always draw more attention when you are looking for a job. Another benefit is that you have entry to a valuable alumni network, which benefits you in various aspects of your life. But Ivy League education comes at a price both in your hardworking to get into it and the tuition you pay. A thorough research is definitely needed whether you conside…

College Early Admissions: Is it Right for you

April 20, 2010

Historically, the rate of college admission among early applicants has been higher than the overall admission rate. Sometimes, students who apply under early admission plans have a better chance of acceptance than they would through the regular admission process. Colleges benefit from these plans as well, considering they get students who really want to go to the school and commit early in the process.  Are your chances better whether you apply early? Is early college admission right for you?
A…

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