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How Do I Start My American Education?

Question:

I’ve completed high school in my country. There you finish your high school after 10th grade and here its after 12th grade. Now I don’t know from where I should start my education.


Answer:

Your question is an interesting and complicated one, especially as colleges in the United States vary in their requirements. You are correct that most colleges want to see a completed high school diploma (or else GED) in a student’s admission application. (You will l [...]

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Can I Take Interactive Online Classes?

Question:
Are there any interactive web college courses? Are these colleges set up to qualify and receive grants/scholarships?

Answer:
Online schools are growing in scope and offerings, so you ask this question at a meaningful time. There are certainly many online college classes that have an interactive component, whether through online chats, email, web phone conferences, or traditional phone calls. Many students enjoy the chance to have some active engagement with other students [...]

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Can I Take Online Courses if I'm Not American?

Question:

If I am not an American can I take an on line course?


Answer:

Yes, you can certainly take online courses if you are not an American. In fact, you can also apply to traditional campuses in the United States without being a United States citizen. Usually you will have an advisor or counselor who specializes in helping international students.


If the online school (or even traditional school) accepts your application, then you can enroll.  However, the [...]

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Can I Take Online Courses in the Summer Before College?

Question:

I’m currently in the 10th grade with a decent GPA (3.8) and I really would like to take my education to the next level. I'm a highly motivated student with great leadership skills. I'll be working this summer however, in my spare time it would be nice to do some online pre-college courses. This will not only prepare me even more for next year and college but it will also keep my mind sharp. I've searched a lot on the internet with no success. What would you recommend and in your experiences, what are the best courses that I sh [...]

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How Long Does It Take to Complete a High School Diploma?

Question:

How long will it take to complete the high school diploma program? I am 41 years old and am interested in finally getting my high school diploma. I am also interested in becoming a nurse.


Answer:

A full time high school student in a traditional local program goes for 4 years. Someone who has had some high school courses and wants a GED studies and takes the exam- which could just take a matter of months. The time it takes you to get the high school diploma [...]

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Can I Transfer Old Credits?

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I graduated with a bachelors degree in 1988. I want to start a career in social work and am interested in an online BSW degree. Would I have to start from scratch or would I be given credit for the two years of general ed courses I already have?

Answer:
The fact that you graduated in 1988 should not be the key issue here- if you have completed the course of study (which you [...]

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Applications to Online Schools

Question:

What is the admissions process for online degree programs? Is the application process as extensive as campus-based universities?


Answer:

The online application process involves a number of pieces, just like campus-based universities- usually some combination of entrance test, recommendations, application and essay. However, just as campus-based programs vary in their requirements (for instance, the SAT which used to be mandatory for all campus schools, is no [...]

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