Posted on Friday, October 30th, 2009 under Applying to College

Can’t wait to hear back from your favorite college?
Get a decision in December instead of April when you apply early decision or early action! But early application programs differ in some big ways.
Find out which — if any! — is right for you.
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Posted on Wednesday, October 28th, 2009 under Applying to College, Choosing a College, Student Life
Want to reach thousands of readers around the world? Want to get bylines and clips for your resume or portfolio? Just want to share stories about your college experience?
University Language is looking for a few good bloggers to share their perspectives on college life for our blog, newsletter and website.
Whether you’re in California or Connecticut, studying anything from art to economics, we want to hear what’s happening on your campus.
Find out how you can take part!
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Posted on Monday, October 26th, 2009 under Applying to College, Choosing a College, Student Life
University Language Services has joined the Facebook community!
Become a fan of ULS on Facebook to help you stay ahead of the curve with test date reminders, application tips and even scholarship information.
In addition, Facebook will give you the opportunity to interact directly with us– tell us what you are interested in, ask us questions, and have some fun!
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Posted on Friday, October 23rd, 2009 under Applying to College, Testing

If you’re thinking about applying to some of the top colleges in the US, you’ll need to know the average SAT scores at 25 highly-ranked schools.
These schools offer a wide range of options: from tiny classes to overflowing lecture halls, from liberal arts classes to research opportunities.
What do they have in common? Some of the best educations around.
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Posted on Wednesday, October 21st, 2009 under Choosing a College, College Classes
Do you consider yourself a night owl? Are you applying for an internship? Or do you just want to keep your part-time job?
College night classes can allow you to get a degree on a schedule that best fits your needs. Are college night classes right for you? Before you make your decision, consider these pros and cons.
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Posted on Monday, October 19th, 2009 under Choosing a College, College Rankings
Is your college a good neighbor?
College towns are often dominated by the campus, with students making up a large part of the city’s vibe. But college neighbors can contribute a lot more to its nearby cities than that.
Take a recent list of the top 25 college neighbors: schools across the country that make an effort to help their communities.
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Posted on Friday, October 16th, 2009 under Choosing a College, College Rankings

You’ve heard of the Ivy League. But have you heard of the Public Ivy League?
Public Ivies are public universities that have many of the benefits that make the private Ivy League schools so famous – stellar academics, famous faculty, dynamic students and top-notch facilities. Get all this and more for a nice price if you’re an in-state student. So find the Public Ivy nearest you …
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Posted on Wednesday, October 14th, 2009 under Internships, Summer
Internships for credit give you a chance to get ahead in your schoolwork and in the workforce at the same time! Even if you’re considering an unpaid internship, getting internship credit gives you some reward for your efforts.
Not sure if you can get course credit for your internship? Try these ways to make your internship credit count.
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Posted on Monday, October 12th, 2009 under Applying to College, Testing

Want to know the average ACT scores for the country’s best colleges? If you shoot for these score ranges, you’ll be on your way to a solid application.
All four-year universities will now accept the ACT as your only test score, so you can take whatever test best shows off your skills.
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Posted on Friday, October 9th, 2009 under Academics, College Classes

They may sound like a damper on your weekend, but Saturday classes can offer a lot of opportunities you might not get during the week.
When you’re browsing your college’s course listings for next semester, remember these 4 reasons to take a Saturday class.
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Posted on Monday, October 5th, 2009 under Student Life
With new surroundings, new roommates, and new classes, it’s inevitable that new college students will get nostalgic for the things they left at home.
If you’re experiencing homesickness at college, try these 5 tips to keep the blues away.
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Posted on Friday, October 2nd, 2009 under Humor, Student Life

Some of the best college mascots are the most unusual ones, and they can tell you a lot about a school and its students.
These 13 funny college mascots (Gorloks, anyone? The Fighting Pickles?) stand out for their unique names and the stories behind them.
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