Careers & Colleges articles from November 2005

Careers & Colleges archives from November 2005

Survey says? Best financial aid packages.(the BUZZ)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... Based on surveys of more than 100,000 students, The Princeton Review reports in The Best 361 Colleges: The Smart Students Guide to Colleges, 2006 that students are most satisfied with their financial aid package in these schools: 1....

What's hot on campus.(television programs)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... Three of our college field reporters checked in to tell us what the trends are on their campuses. Here's the latest on what's "in" from coast to coast. * EAST COAST Pre-torn jeans * clothes by Hollister * TV shows Laguna Beach and The...

Scoot and save.(Piaggio Fly 150 Scooter)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... With no end to high gas prices in sight, it's time to think conservation, and the new Piaggio Fly 150 Scooter (www. piaggiousa.com, $3,339) may be just the answer. It gets great mileage (60-80 miles per gallon) and pollutes less than an...

Most expensive, least expensive.(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... How do the costs of universities compare? The Priciest Private: Sarah Lawrence College, Bronxville, NY ($32,416) The Least Expensive Private: National Hispanic University, San Jose, CA ($4,610) The Priciest Public: Penn State...

Be sporty and on time.(jeepwatches )(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... Known for sporty vehicles, Jeep now produces watches that are just as rugged and stylish. Their Retro line (www.jeepwatches.com, $225) features a nifty alarm with a chime and a countdown timer so you won't be late. Other highlights are...

Stretch cash at college.(money management)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... These money-smart tips can help make life after high school a little more affordable. Be a Joiner. Not only will you make friends by joining a club, but you may also score some free refreshments at meetings. Cruise the Campus Events....

Phone in your next film.(Sanyo Multimedia Phone )(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... Is there anything that today's cell phones can't do? Sanyo's latest MM-8300 Vision Multimedia Phone for Sprint (www. sprintpcs.com, $79.99 with special Web deal) features 3-D graphics, voice-activated dialing, changeable color faceplates, and a...

Is college worth it?(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... If you're about to pour tens of thousands of dollars into a college education, you may ask yourself: is college really worth that much? The answer is a definite "yes!" The latest numbers from the Bureau of Labor Statistics show that the more...

He's got game: his jersey may read #32, but when it comes to being a "great teen" doing "great things," Lee Renfro is #1.(Our Great Teen Exclusive ...)(Cover Story)(Biography)
November 1, 2005... Lee Renfro set a blazing career as a high school football player, creating a winning team, becoming an Old Spice[R] Red Zone Player of the Year, and scoring a full scholarship to Ohio University. But he didn't start out as a likely football...

The real cost of college: don't let "sticker shock" discourage you from applying!
November 1, 2005... Deciding where to apply to college wasn't a hard decision for Kelly Kroslowitz. The native of Putnam Valley, New York knew where she wanted to go: Saint Joseph s University, a small private school in Philadelphia. "I liked the campus and the...

Get your fair share: when it comes to affording a higher education, you should leave no stone unturned. Take advantage of all aid sources--federal, state, college, and private.
November 1, 2005... Students who are determined to pay less for college don't just fill out their financial aid form, sit back, and hope for the best. They come up with an organized plan to make sure they explore all the aid that may be available to them. They...

Financial aid profiles.
November 1, 2005... GOOD WORKS LEAD TO GOOD AID In high school in Kansas City, MO, Wynter Rice knew she wanted to pursue a pre-med education. She also knew that it wouldn't come cheap. That's why Truman State University in Kirksville caught her attention. As...

The lowdown on loans: sure you'll have to pay them back with interest, but loans can be great financial tool--if you handle them the right way.
November 1, 2005... Waiting tables and working summers for a surveying firm gave David Hilmer a nest egg to help pay for college at the University of Wisconsin, Madison. But although the money he saved was a good start, it was far from what we needed. "After...

Great schools for visual and performing arts: they say that art begins in the heart and mind and translates through the hand and the eye. These outstanding colleges and universities provide the nurturing environment where tomorrow's great artists, architects, animators, and designers flourish.
November 1, 2005... Alfred University ALFRED, NY TUITION: $20,150 ROOM/BOARD: $5,076 STUDENTS: 1,944 World-renowned faculty and unparalleled facilities make Alfred University's School of Art & Design internationally acclaimed, particularly for ceramic art and...

What is Army ROTC? Army ROTC is a college program that enables students not only to graduate with a degree in !heir chosen college majors, but also to receive Officers' commissions in the U.S. Army, the Army National Guard, or the Army Reserve.(Reserve Officers' Training Corps)
November 1, 2005... ROTC curses are like any other college elective. And most college students can enroll in ROTC for a year without incurring any military service obligation. ROTC cadets are eligible for numerous financial benefits, including scholarships...

Getting "back" on their feet: some saw the images of Hurricane Katrina on TV; some saw the devastation firsthand or heard about it from those who had. All of them--high school students just like you--wanted to help.
November 1, 2005... It was simple, really: they didn't have to travel halfway around the globe to do it; they didn't have to spend a fortune or even have the strength to lift the debris. All that high school students coast to coast had to do to make a difference...

Step by step through the FAFSA: this free application can lead you to a wealth of financial aid--and filling it out is definitely worth the effort!(Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
November 1, 2005... Each year, more than 10 million students receive some form of federal financial aid. To get your share, you must first file the federal government's Free Application for Federal Student Aid, better known as the FAFSA. It determines eligibility...

Great schools for business: U.S. colleges and universities are known around the world for their innovation, research, and trends analysis of the ever-shifting landscape of business ecosystems.
November 1, 2005... Aquinas College GRAND RAPIDS, MI TUITION: $17,926 ROOM/BOARD: $5,824 STUDENTS: 2,300 The Aquinas College Sustainable Business degree will make you study like the world depends on it. This degree program fosters ecological and social...

40 hot scholarships: scholarships are one of the best types of financial aid because they provide free money--you don't have to pay them back. The trick is finding the ones that match your qualifications, getting yourself organized, and putting in the time needed to complete the applications and essays that many programs require.
November 1, 2005... To get you started on the scholarship hunt, we've put together this list of 40 diverse awards. Take a look and see which ones you qualify for. But don't end your search here. Look into all the online sources that are available, and use a...

Work-study 101: not sure if you should have a job while in college? Confused about the differences between work-study and off-campus employment? Get ready for a crash course!
November 1, 2005... To work or not to work--that is the question.... Relax, this isn't your Brit lit class--although you can feel free to take notes. After all, going to college--and deciding if you can squeeze a part-time job into your schedule once you're...

Financial aid confidential: our Q&A with financial pros gives you the inside scoop on the aid process.
November 1, 2005... For high school seniors applying to college, March and April are typically the months when admission decisions and financial aid award letters arrive in the mail. These letters detail how much aid you will receive from each school. Financial...

Two-year degrees: an option on the rise: graduates from two-year schools are currently in high demand. Did you know that they not only spend less on education but are also eligible for financial aid?
November 1, 2005... The two-year degree boom is on. The U.S. Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics estimates that by the end of 2005, more than 6.1 million students will have enrolled in degree-granting two-year institutions. In...

Great schools for criminal justice: the growing fascination with forensic science parallels the exciting theoretical and scientific advances being made every day. These universities offer exciting courses, student research, intensive field experience, and practical internships.
November 1, 2005... Note: Student numbers refer to undergraduates. Rochester Institute of Technology ROCHESTER, NY TUITION: $22,605 R/B: $8,451 STUDENTS: 12,9333 The Bachelor of Science degree program in criminal justice offers students...

College close-ups.
November 1, 2005... Here's an opportunity to take a quick look at colleges and universities that may be of interest to you. To get more information, use the $10,000 Scholarship and Prizes Entry Form located on the insert in the middle of the magazine. Fill in the...

4 wonderful websites.(students websites)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... Federal Student Aid www.studentaid.ed.gov The Department of Education's site is a must for any college-aid seeker. Click on "Funding" and download The Student Guide, a comprehensive resource on financial aid. Students.gov ...

Salute & save.(Military academies student financial aid)(Illustration)
November 1, 2005... SALUTE & SAVE Use this chart for a quick look at how the military can help you pay for college. WHAT YOU GET WHAT YOU GIVE ARMY ROTC Full scholarship of up to 4 years active...

Come on in, and hear the noise!(JVC audio systems)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... Nostalgic for the 90s already? Way back in 1998, JVC introduced its Kaboom Boombox (www.jvc.com, $250), and the portable audio system was very popular for its monster bass and a sound huge enough to sway the biggest party. Now, in 2005, JVC has...