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General Information and Application
Going Back to College: Frequently Asked Questions.
You’d like to go back to college, but you have so many questions. We’ve addressed them here. Included is a special section on Getting Started.
The Benefits of Amazon Student.
The Amazon Student program was created exclusively for college students, offering many benefits, including the opportunity to win scholarships toward tuition and reduce textbook costs. It offers a six month free trial (with the option to cancel at any time at no cost), providing free two day shipping on most items, exclusive student giveaways, deals and promotions, and the ability to stream a large library of movies, TV shows, and music. The scholarship offers the chance at $5,000 each in scholarship money and $500 toward textbooks for 50 undergraduate students.
Ten Questions to Ask Before Choosing a University.
A host of resources are available.
Overcoming the Fear of Going Back to School.
Simple steps can alleviate concerns See also Returning to College: Confidence is Key.
Back to School: Standing in Line Again. It had been 20 years since she had been on campus.
Should You Get Your Degree Through Distance Learning?
Find out if distance learning is right for you and how to select a distance program. See also The Online Learning Option, Online Degree Program Frequently Asked Questions, Online Education Gets Accolades, Tackling Online Degree Programs, How Do Employers View Online Degrees?, Online Learnings Many Options, 5 Questions to Ask About Online Courses, Strategies for Succeeding in an Online Program, and Online Classes: The Basics.
Certificate Programs. Certificate programs are education’s best-kept secret.
Getting Full Credit.
Returning students are their own best advocates when applying old college credits to new requirements. See also Roll the Credits: How to ensure a trouble-free transfer.
Experts discuss the benefits and options.
Using Non-Degree Status to Test Grad School Waters. Enrollment as a non-degree student can be a win-win situation. See also Grad School or Bust.
Get Your Degree in Nursing Online.
Online programs make nursing a popular career choice for adult learners.
Technology Degrees for Older Students.
Three popular majors with career potential.
Tips for Writing Your College Admissions Essay. Ace your essay with these tried and proven tips.
Going Back to College: Students Tell of Struggles, Success.
Personal essays reflecting on the experience of returning to school after many years absence.
Back to College: The Lighter Side.
A lighter look at the adult student experience by cartoonist Jerry King.
College Preparation
What to Expect When You Go Back to School. Some things remain the same no matter what campus you attend.
In Praise of the Community College.
Community colleges have an especially high concentration of working adults.
College After Thirty.
If you’re ready to change your career, enrich your mind, or even embark on a whole new life plan, maybe it’s time to get back into the classroom.
College Success: The Life Skills Advantage.
Age can be a wonderful asset.
Following the Family Tradition. What was scary at 18 was just the challenge needed for a 30-something wife and mother.
Lifelong careers are no longer secure for many.
A Major Lesson.
Many returning adults have only decided on what career they don’t want. See also Choosing a Major and Career Path Leads Back to School.
Online Classes: The Basics.
Learning the basics before you enroll can help you get the most out of the experience.
The Return of a Long Lost Student.
So many years had passed since her last time in a classroom, she had given up.
Back to School Transition Tips.
Smart ways to lesson stress.
Lessons Learned: Seven Tips for Returning to College.
Helpful hints for returning to school.
Second Chance. Returning to college can be life changing.
5 Steps to Achieving Maximum Benefit from Your Degree.
Put some thinking and strategy behind career goals.
Help On Campus for Adults with Reading Disabilities.
Colleges are providing new support services. See also Education for Disabled Adults.
Editor’s Picks: Bestselling Books and Guides
It’s Only Too Late If You Don’t Start Now: How to Create Your Second Life at Any Age.
by Barbara Sher Shattering the myth that turns midlife (or any age) into a crisis, this provocative guide is packed with sage advice. Readers gave it five stars: “Should be mandatory reading for anybody starting to waver at about 40.” “An invaluable companion to the second half of your life.” Barbara Sher’s honest and down-to-earth style makes her easy-to-read and easy-to-understand. A more positive way to consider your life and everything in it.
Never Too Late to Learn: An Adult Student’s Guide to College.
By Vicky Phillips
Adults are returning to college in record numbers, and these changing demographics means college is not just for kids anymore. This popular guide advises older students on ow to find the right program, maximize transfer credits, creatively finance their educaton, locate distance learning opportunities, take standardized tests, and balance a busy schedule. The author is a pioneer in the field of adult education and distance learning and has helped over 17,000 adult learners go back to college.
More Bestselling Guides for Adults Returning to College.
Reviews & Rankings
America’s Best Value Colleges (Princeton Review Rankings). Search by college name or browse rankings by category.
U.S. News America’s Best Colleges 2004.
Best college rankings of national and private universities. Some areas require paid subscription.
Kiplinger’s 100 Best Values in Public Colleges.
100 best values in public colleges and universities. Best values in private colleges are also available.
Professor, College, & Course Reviews
Epinions.com: Colleges and Universities. Public forum inviting feedback on student’s experiences with colleges and universities.
Rate My Professors.
Enables students to provide a review of their professors. Offers ratings for more than 12,000 professors from 800 universities and colleges.
Ratings Online.
Rate and read ratings of your college professors.
Professor Performace.
Professor ratings and evaluations.
International Studies
Study Abroad and Save. Increasing numbers of students are looking beyond the traditional destinations of Britain, France and Spain, venturing to low-cost countries in Eastern Europe, Latin America, Africa and the Far East.
Elderhostel.
Provides quality, affordable educational adventures for adults 55 or over.
The International Education Site.
Advice on studying abroad, choosing a college or university, and undergraduate and postgraduate courses worldwide.
Travelearn.
International learning vacations for adults ages 30 – 80 through more than 300 universities and colleges.
From the Council on International Educational. Offers study abroad opportunities for U.S. students in 29 countries.
Google’s University Search.
This timesaving tool enables you to narrow your search to a specific school website. Search for admissions information, course schedules, or alumni news.
World of Study (for International Students).
Institution by country, A-Z listing. See also Study Abroad.
Canadian Colleges and Universities.
Resource of information on post-secondary and graduate education in Canada. Another authoritive guide is The Directory of Canadian Universities.
ESL Directory.
Database of English as a Second Language Programs around the world. You can also hone English skills with English Town, which offers online courses, chat, and community.
Adult Education/GED.
Get your GED or high school diploma.
(See also Degree Programs.)
Reviews & Rankings
The Best 345 Colleges (Princeton Review Rankings).
Rankings from 2003. Search by college name or browse rankings by category. US News College Rankings 2002.
Best college rankings of national and private universities. Includes rankings by major. For best graduate school rankings for 2003, click here. To compare colleges and universities, use the handy online worksheet.
Kiplinger’s 100 Best Values in Public Colleges.
100 best values in public colleges and universities. Best values in private colleges are also available.
College and University Rankings. Undergraduate, graduate, business, law, and international program rankings.
Professor, College, & Course Reviews
Epinions.com: Colleges and Universities. Public forum inviting feedback on student’s experiences with colleges and universities.
Forum for students to speak openly about professors, courses and college. PickaProf. Aids college students in their selection of classes. Students nationwide can compare classes and professors using student evaluations and professor grading histories (the number of A’s, B’s, C’s, D’s, and F’s a professor gives). The grades reported on the site are obtained directly from the university, so Pickaprof has every grade given for every class.
Rate My Professors.
Enables students to provide a review of their professors. Offers ratings for more than 12,000 professors from 800 universities and colleges.
Ratings Online.
Rate and read ratings of your college professors.
Professor reviews. Select your school to view information.
Teacher Reviews.
All students are encouraged to post reviews Professor, college, and course reviews.
Study Abroad
Go Abroad. Study, volunteer or intern abroad with this program search.
Elderhostel.
Provides quality, affordable educational adventures for adults 55 or over.
An education guide for international students. Find information about English as a Second Lanaguage (ESL) programs, and universities, colleges, and boarding schools in the USA.
The International Education Site.
Advice on studying abroad, choosing a college or university, and undergraduate and postgraduate courses worldwide.
Online Study Abroad Directory.
Search over 1,500 programs and find scholarship opportunities.
Search database to find programs according to discipline, program length, language, and type of opportunity (study, work, or internship.) Includes language training.
Travelearn.
International learning vacations for adults ages 30 – 80 through more than 300 universities and colleges.
From the Council on International Educational. Offers study abroad opportunities for U.S. students in 29 countries.
WorldWide Classroom.
International consortia of schools offering intercultural and educational programs that welcome international visitors.
