Higher Education and Career Articles
Hundreds of original, objective college and career articles by BrainTrack staff
- Financial Aid - Covers one of the most important issues US students face - how to finance their education. Topics include an overview, aid from US Federal government and state governments, coverage of scholarships, and more.
- College Accreditation - Provides a backgrounder on college accreditation in the US, including what it is, why it is important, how to evaluate accreditation of a school, and how to avoid diploma mills.
- College Transfer Guide - Offers a primer and planning tools for those considering or in the process of transfering from one school to another.
- Degree Programs and Certifications - Reviews a range of specific degree majors and specialized certifications to help students make decisions about their studies.
- International Studies in US Colleges - Covers what, where, and why students come to the US, financial aid for International students, guidance on selection of schools and programs, Visas, and more.
- Online College Education - Explores online vs. on-campus education and helps students get the most of out their online/distance studies through interviews with students and professors.
- Career Planning Guide - Provides career planning guidance and tips for setting goals, creating a career path, and job hunting.
- Study Abroad - An in-depth resource for helping students from all over the world decide whether, where, when, and how to study abroad.
- Top US Schools - Lists top US colleges and universities in a variety of ways, beginning with a list of the most selective, low cost schools.
- Cool Career Info - Dedicated to a lighter side look at jobs and education with the intent of leaving readers with both some chuckles and food for thought.
Career Voices
A series of original interviews with experts in career planning and higher education. Taking an "in their own words" approach, the series currently features university career directors. Example interviews include:
- Internships And Work Experience Sought By Employers - an interview with a career director at USC in Los Angeles.
- Multifaceted Searching In Today's Job Market - an interview with Georgia College and State University's career director.
Education and Career News
Coverage of career and higher education news topics, including admissions, financial aid, online learning, technology in education, teaching, career trends and more.
NEW! Career Planning Guide
Guidance for career planners, including setting of goals, finding a career path, and job hunting.
First-Person Student Stories
Current college students describing their experiences, with tips for prospective students. Examples include:Online Course Finder
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