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With college costs rising faster than inflation year after year, getting that college degree is becoming less and less affordable for many students. Many of them take out sizable school loans only to find themselves overburdened by onerous loan payments. So many students look for part-time jobs while they're in college.Most of the well-known jobs are low paying jobs. Fast food and retail employ a lot of college students, but the wages are at or barely above minimum wage. The result is long hours for low pay-hours that could have been spent studying or partying.This book shows students how to find the unusual jobs that pay much more than average. The author draws on his expereinces while he was a college student. The stories in the book are true; the examples the author gives are real. The author used these same strategies to earn significantly more than minimum wage while he worked his way through college. This book will be helpful to college students and high school students trying to save money for college. The information will also be welcomed by parents who are writing the checks for their students' college expenses. ... Read more

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Research degree programs at thousands of colleges, schools and technical training centers-all fully accredited programs-east of the Mississippi. In this comprehensive guide you can compare programs from among thousands of educational opportunities that offer training for many of today's hottest jobs-computer technician, car maintenance and repair specialist, fashion designer, and more.

Features include:* Up to the minute facts and figures for more that 2,500 schools* Financial aid advice specific to vo-tech schools* Practical steps for securing an apprenticeship ... Read more

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The Trotman "Complete Guides Series" is based upon information extracted from the central UCAS database. It provides details of courses, colleges, application codes and career prospects on a full range of subjects for undergraduates & postgraduates. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Journal of College Reading and Learning, published by College Reading and Learning Association on September 22, 2002. The length of the article is 2468 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Brief report: new roles for tutors in an online classroom.
Author: Boria Sax
Publication: Journal of College Reading and Learning (Refereed)
Date: September 22, 2002
Publisher: College Reading and Learning Association
Volume: 33Issue: 1Page: 62(6)

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Book of Majors
A waste. A huge price for something that is immediately out of date. Don't buy it. Find it in your counselor's office or at the library instead.

Interesting concept that works
Son number 3 is now beginning the multi-year process of finding both a college and possible profession.Unlike my other two, he likes many different subjects.This unique reference starts with common majors that most people are familiar with and uses the same descriptive format for each to allow easy comparison.Each entry starts with "If you like....then you might like this major."It then describes a typical curriculum for that major, suggests other majors that you might like that are not as well known in the same "field," and ends with possible REAL JOBS you might apply for having an undergraduate degree in that major.Suggestions of possible starting salaries are also included.My son's favorite part of the entries was looking at what other majors might fit the interests of someone who likes "major x."I also found it illuminating as I am contemplating a return to school and a major in history and secondary education.I found out I might like to major in "Medieval and Renaissance Studies," rather than straight history.Lastly, on their website, you can look up what universities currently carry the more unique majors.All in all, a helpful, interesting, easy-to-read, non-intimidating resource.

great guide
This guide was extremely helpful to my 16 yr. old daughter who is trying to sort out which classes to take her last 2 years of high school and how they would relate to various possible majors. Since she is looking at a number of very different majors, it gave her some idea of how she would use her talents in different areas.She actually told me about the guide and asked me to purchase it after seeing a friend's copy at school.

best for a reference library, clueless high school junior, or multiple-student family
Because this 1,314-page book covers such a wide range of majors and the average family or college aspirant is likely to have narrowed his or her interests down to just a few, this book is best suited for the reference shelves of a high school guidance office where a diverse cross-section of readers can access it.

However, it's not expensive, so perhaps worth the required nickels from the family or student who doesn't mind tossing them at the CollegeBoard, a dependable provider of data and interpretation to college-bound students. This is especially true for the high school junior who begins to think about *where* he'll go to college with little or no clue for what he'd actually like to study there (this reviewer still assumes the not-unanimously-accepted link between college and study). If your family has multiple college-bound high schoolers within a few years of each other, the data and trends presented in this book are not likely to change substantially from year to year. So, a single purchase might serve more than one of your children.

Each of the covered majors is grouped together with similar majors in a section. Under each major, subsections address 'What it's about', 'Is this for you?', 'Recommended high school prep', 'Typical courses in this major', 'Concentrations', 'What the study of this major is like', 'Other majors you might like', 'Questions to ask colleges', Career options and trends', and 'For more information'. Not surprisingly, 1,314 pages fill up quickly.

The second section of the book then lists the colleges and universities in each state that offer each of the majors mentioned in the first.

You can find this information elsewhere. The appeal of this book lies in the fact that it collects it for you in one handy volume and gets it to you on the cheap.

Dissapointing
This book was a bit dissapointing, really. You think a book of this size and price would at least include more and better information, and many of my desired majors it had absolutely no information on. Totally was not worth it. ... Read more

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Written for students by an actual student, Ahead of the Pack: Balancing Your Way to Personal Success in College is a must-have resource for any college or high school student preparing for a successful, balanced college experience.This unique text touches on every topic important to students from commencement through graduation! Information on academics, social life, fitness and nutrition, and success after graduation is included and presented in a fun, easy-to-read format.Since balance is the key to leading an enjoyable and productive life on campus, sections on maximizing time and energy and goal-setting are included to help students find ways to realize their aspirations.Special features include profiles of real college students from all walks of life; advice from academic advisors, professors, and real-world job recruiters and managers; student quotes that provide quick, real-student perspectives; worksheets that challenge readers to take action with the information they've learned; information on fitness, exercise, and healthy eating; and much, much more.Written with all students in mind, advice appears from traditional four-year, community college, non-traditional, and commuter students.This book includes something for every student to be successful in college, and beyond. ... Read more

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Best College Handbook Ever
This is by far the best overall guide for all college students, but especially graduating high school seniors. I recommend that it be introduced to a student well before applying to college.It is wonderful gift to a student and should be 'required reading' for all parents before sending their children off to college. The format is ideal and the topics discussed are most contemporary for what kids now face their very first semester. This true survival guide will be well appreciated throughout one's college experience.

High School Counselor - Bruce Z.
As a high school guidance counselor since 1995 I have searched for and reviewed most publications that attempt to assist prospective students excel during their college years. This book is one of the most unique I have found. Since it was written by a current student, the approach, perspective and even the vocabulary is in line with today's youth.
I had several students review it for me as well. Their feedback was very positive, especially the "real world" approach to some difficult subjects like dating, drinking, diet and exercise. The advice on leveraging professor's office time and tips to improve study habits were also well received. Our school, a private academy, is giving a copy to each senior as part of their "Get Sarted Packet" upon graduation. Highly recommended to any student graduating this year or in the recent past.

Hits on all Points
As a recent university graduate (2 years in the 'real world'), I can say that I wish this book had been available when I was entering collegiate life.It really helps incomming freshman, and even upper-classmen, avoid many of the seemingly invisible pitfalls of campus life.I gave this book to my cousin who is entering college this fall, and told him to take notes.He wrote me a thankyou note a few weeks later, and said that he thought it was a cheezy gift, but that he read a couple pages, and finished it in a week!Cheezy indeed.anyway, by this for yourself, or someone you know entering college, and you will not be displeased.five stars!

"Awesome" was my student's response
I got a copy of 'Ahead of the Pack' for my son headed to college as a graduation present. He's not a big reader in general, however he did not put it down until it was finished. I asked him about the contents and what he thought. His response was "awesome". The book seems to reach young people where they are in preparation for college and answer many questions for them from a peer, not a old man like me!

A Solid Roadmap for College
Finally, an author young enough to relate to young adults, yet mature enough to lead them with integrity.Mr. Richardson's moral values shine through as he tackles everything from budgeting to sexual concerns. This book can be read in it's entirety, or in segments, as it's easily divided by topics.This book is an excellent read from the time a High Schooler in in 10th grade, through (at least) their first year in college.What a great gift as High School graduation invitations are rolling in! ... Read more

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Think Lolita meets Oedipus
An Instant American Classic! Required reading for the Masses! 110% percent of a good book! The Best thing since sliced bread! (TBTSSB!) Oprah Book of the Month Selection! Action Man give it two thumbs up! p.s. (TBSTSSB!)

Oh my God.Orgasmic.
I loved this book, and you will, as well.So to speak.It made my college experience a breeze, and the part on sexual harrasment was especially informative.You have no idea how many gay-dog professors thereare out there.

This book was invaluable! Incredible!
No college student show try to survive college without this book--advice for every situation: academic, personal, etc.

It's a no brainer that you get this book!
This book is a quick primer on life at college.I spent the whole night absorbing it's lucid prose and found it's clever schemes on beating the pressures of college refreshing and thoughtful.I went from a sorry Cgrade student to a B- student in two weeks after reading this book and nowI'm on my way to the dean's list.Come on in and join the trip... thebrain train is here! ... Read more

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Designed to assist college students in making the exciting but challenging transition from college campus to working world, this practical book is organized around the PREP model and acronym—with a key step devoted to each letter. A four-part presentation outlines the Plan, Research, Education, and Perform process, making the transition easy for students to understand and remember. KEY TOPICS PREP explains the need for career planning; guides students through researching and matching their person to a profession; offers them advice on how to make the most of remaining and future time on campus; and gives them guidance for getting off to a successful start, and applying PREP principles throughout the career span.For individuals trying to get that first job, and succeed at it. ... Read more

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Satisfied
The book was received in very good condition and within just a few days of the order.I am satisfied with this book and with the seller's response to my order.

Great Book
This book came very timely and it was in excellent condition.I do appreciate that!! ... Read more

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Community colleges play an important role in starting students on the road to engineering careers, but students often face obstacles in transferring to four-year educational institutions to continue their education. "Enhancing the Community College Pathway to Engineering Careers", a new book from the National Academy of Engineering and the National Research Council, discusses ways to improve the transfer experience for students at community colleges and offers strategies to enhance partnerships between those colleges and four-year engineering schools to help students transfer more smoothly. In particular, the book focuses on challenges and opportunities for improving transfer between community colleges and four-year educational institutions, recruitment and retention of students interested in engineering, the curricular content and quality of engineering programs, opportunities for community colleges to increase diversity in the engineering workforce, and a review of sources of information on community college and transfer students. It includes a number of current policies, practices, and programs involving community college - four-year institution partnerships. ... Read more

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The only guide of its kind, it's the bible for thoseseeking higher education for a higher purpose. It offers honest andup-to-date profiles of more than 100 distinctive colleges and graduateprograms, from hidden gems to Ivy League schools, religious colleges,innovative state schools, and unique graduate schools. ... Read more

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A very unique college guide for liberals and conservatives
This is a book for junior activists! It lists many, many undergraduate and graduate schools that are strong in social activism. This book is a first-of-its-kind. There is no other college guide like this one, except maybe "Lisa Birnbach's New and Improved College Book" by Lisa Birnbach. Besides these two, there are no other guide books out on the market that tell the prospective college students and their parents about the political leaning and activism atmosphere of the colleges and universities.

Selecting a college is very much like finding a marriage partner. It takes a lot of effort to find a right match. Too often, students and parents are attracted to the selectivity and rankings put out by US News & World Report, thinking that these numbers mean academic excellence. No, they are not. Selectivity means how good the students are at a particular school. It doesn't mean that the school teaches well. It just means that the students are good. There is no ranking of how well the professors teach. US News & World Report never has such a ranking. Nor is there a ranking of how well the graduates of a particular college or university perform on job after they leave the school. Such a ranking would be the most useful, for it reveals the real and genuine transformation work that a school has done for the students. But no, US News & World Report does not have such a ranking.

This book offers a very unique view into the colleges not seen in other guide books -- which ones are socially and politically active and are doing their best to cultivate activists for social change?

This book is useful to both liberals and conservatives alike. Conservative students and parents can use this guide to avoid the schools listed here. Liberal students and parents can use it to look into and apply to these schools.

Not all schools listed in this guide are of the same degrees or in the same areas of activism. Indeed, some schools are very active and some are very mild in their activism. Also, different schools are active in different areas.

There are two reasons why I give it 4 stars. One is that I think the grammar and the writing style can be better. Another is that I suspect that some schools are not listed. For example, the famous UC Berkeley is not, nor is Macalester College.

distinctive colleges, distinctive education, unusual, great
I wrote this guide for those of you out there who want to use your education to make a better world. The book features lots of unusual colleges and hard to find graduate programs - filled with hands-onexperiential education, community-based learning, meaningful, relevant,career-oriented majors and more. You'll never learn about most of thesecolleges from your counselor or other guides. Do you want to go to analternative college? THey're all here. A green college? A college concernedwith peace or social justice?Little colleges on islands or innovativestate colleges? These places offer exciting educational opportunities, asupportive atmosphere for someone who wants to make a difference. Most ofthem are friendly places for minority and gay students. Lots of outdoorbased recreation too. Parents, these are just great colleges. Many of themare small, and so very good places to send your B or C students. These arecharacter building places, with value-based education. There are Buddhist,Catholic, Presbyterian and other religiously affiliated colleges.Lookingfor a graduate program? This book includes programs from environmental lawto community based medicine, non-profit management to sustainabledevelopment. It also lists the Peace Corps Masters InternationalistPrograms. Introductory essays from Jeremy Rifkin, AmeriCorps, Marty Nemko(Cool Careers for Dummies) David Orr and more. ... Read more

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Choosing an undergraduate major is a difficult decision that impacts a student’s college years and future career path. Guide to College Majors includes the most current information possible on over 350 of the most popular majors. Perfect for high school students who want to plan ahead and for college students in the process of choosing a major!

Every profile of a major includes:
· An overview of the major
· Career options and salary potential information
· Tips on the best high school prep work
· Sample college curriculum for the major
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Great guide.
This guide, although over 800 pages, keeps it simple for your college bound student. Each major is covered in 2 pages, giving all the essential info one needs to know, including starting salaries in a particular field. I would recommend this guide. ... Read more

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Whether they're headed off to college, the military, or a new career, readers can jump start their planning with this easy-to-navigate regional guide. Packed with advice on careers and colleges, Get a Jump! Midwest provides the questions (and answers) one needs to get ahead!This new edition covers Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota, and Wisconsin.

Features and benefits include:- State and regional colleges, universities, and vo-tech schools- State and national scholarship opportunities- Tips for enhancing college applications and resumes ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Community College Review, published by North Carolina State University, Department of Adult & Community College Education on October 1, 2009. The length of the article is 5375 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: The importance of funding postsecondary correctional educational programs.(Report)
Author: Kerri Russo Mercer
Publication: Community College Review (Magazine/Journal)
Date: October 1, 2009
Publisher: North Carolina State University, Department of Adult & Community College Education
Volume: 37Issue: 2Page: 153(12)

Article Type: Report

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