Articles - College and University en-us http://www.articlempire.com N/A http://www.articlempire.com info@articlempire.com 20 http://www.articlempire.com/articles/39549/1/Are-You-Eligible-For-These-Undergraduate-Study-Grants/Are-You-Eligible-For-These-Undergraduate-Study-Grants.html An Academic Competitiveness Grant will provide up to $750 for the first year of undergraduate study and up to $1,300 for the second year of undergraduate study to full-time students who are U.S citizens, eligible for a Federal Pell Grant, and who had successfully completed a rigorous high school program, as determined by the state or local education agency and recognized by the Secretary of Education. hermar@sbcglobal.net (Herb Williams) Mon, 11 Sep 2006 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlempire.com/articles/38182/1/What-is-the-Federal-Work-Study-Program/What-is-the-Federal-Work-Study-Program.html The work-study program is a student aid program that is funded by the federal government. The federal work-study program provides jobs for college student as a way for them to make money to pay for the education expenses. These students are placed, if possible, in jobs that are related to their field of study. When I was involved in the program, most of the work-study jobs were on campus and were the type of jobs where you were able to study while you were working, making it a win-win situation for both the employee and the employer. salada438@hotmail.com (Marjorie Salada) Thu, 31 Aug 2006 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlempire.com/articles/37660/1/How-to-Find-Cheap-College-Textbooks/How-to-Find-Cheap-College-Textbooks.html College students dread the start of every semester. This is because of the rising tuition fees, school supplies and textbooks. Every year, the cost of college is getting higher. It is only wise that students should learn how to cut costs and find alternatives in saving money. Are you a college student who wants to save money? Worry no more! Did you know that you can save hundreds of dollars with college textbooks? Here are some tips that would help you save a lot of money with textbooks. dpoon@engravedgiftcreations.com (Dave Poon) Tue, 29 Aug 2006 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlempire.com/articles/37564/1/Universities-Remember-Them/Universities-Remember-Them.html I accepted a job transfer to San Diego a couple years ago basically because I wanted to escape the harsh Chicago winters. Things went well for a while, but then my company went through one of those dreaded "downsizing" phases, and I was one of the employees they let go. Even even however the job market was pretty good, I still had trouble finding another position because I didn't have the right credentials, such as a college degree. mitch_hampson@yahoo.co.uk (MITCHELL HAMPSON) Tue, 29 Aug 2006 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlempire.com/articles/37548/1/The-Battle-Between-Click-And-Brick-Universities/The-Battle-Between-Click-And-Brick-Universities.html The role of contemporary universities is currently experiencing tremendous change due to the advancements in technology. Today, it is not just a matter of sound administrative decisions made by institutions, but rather a global realization that e-learning is a dynamically growing industry. Undergraduate and graduate students demand their universities to provide them with the latest technological tools available, so as to increase their efficiency ratios, elevate the quality of their studies, and acquire the needed business skills, which will later help them find the job of their dreams. articles@awesomeemails.net (Kadence Buchanan) Tue, 29 Aug 2006 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlempire.com/articles/37241/1/College-Graduation-Announcements-for-that-Momentous-Occasion/College-Graduation-Announcements-for-that-Momentous-Occasion.html A person's education journey is often endless. Over the years, man does not and should not stop learning life's lessons. Getting a college degree is the final path in one's formal education and it is indeed worth celebrating for. After college, a more fun and arduous adventure awaits as you face life itself. Meanwhile, it is a good thing to share your graduation day with everyone that you know and love. dpoon@engravedgiftcreations.com (Dave Poon) Tue, 29 Aug 2006 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlempire.com/articles/36792/1/What-Every-Student-Needs-to-Know-About-College-Grants/What-Every-Student-Needs-to-Know-About-College-Grants.html Did you know that the United States Department of Education allotted a $60 billion budget for low-cost student loans this year? Out of this amount, $82 billion will be assigned for college grants, loans and other financial assistance for students. This is an astounding leap, making it possible for 10 million students to benefit from government-financed aids, according to Secretary Margaret Spellings. dpoon@engravedgiftcreations.com (Dave Poon) Mon, 28 Aug 2006 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlempire.com/articles/36683/1/Online-Degree-Or-College-Campus-Which-Is-Better/Online-Degree-Or-College-Campus-Which-Is-Better.html What cannot be disputed is that online degree programs are gaining popularity with students. However, with this drastic change in the education system come many concerns. The most obvious one is how online degree programs compare with those offered at physical locations. Students are concerned as to how they will be rated compared with those gained at a traditional college campus. hugh@hevans.go-plus.net (Hugh Harris-Evans) Mon, 28 Aug 2006 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlempire.com/articles/36332/1/I-Am-Finally-On-My-Way-To-College/I-Am-Finally-On-My-Way-To-College.html I just never thought that this day would come. I worked so hard all through school, taking classes that I knew I would need, making sure my grades were excellent, applying to only the best colleges; and now my day has finally arrived. I remember my guidance counselor talking to me when I was a freshman in high school, telling me what great potential I had and that I was going to go far in this world. Easy_organizing@yahoo.com (Jan Hayner) Mon, 28 Aug 2006 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlempire.com/articles/36156/1/Why-Not-Start-Your-College-Education-Online-Today/Why-Not-Start-Your-College-Education-Online-Today.html There are many of us out there who would love to extend our education in order to make more money in our chosen career, to get a head start in changing our careers, or simply to enrich our lives with the power that new knowledge can bring. Also, if you are like many of us, you may find it difficult to make time for the classes, labs, and the logistical requirements of attending a traditional college. articles@infopackages.com (David Neehly) Mon, 28 Aug 2006 00:00:00 -0400