TY  - BOOK
AU  - Targonski, Rosalie
TI  - If you want to study in the united states: booklet 2 graduate and professional study and research 
U1  - 370.73 22
CY  - USA
PB  - Eduction USA
KW  - Writing skills
N1  - Contents
Introduction 10
Why Study in the United States?
Education USA Advising Centers
Useful Websites

Chapter 1 Graduate Education in the
United States 13
Graduate Degrees
Academic Calendar
Course Load and Grading Systems
Types of Institutions
Distance Education
Non-degree Study at a U.S. University
Useful Websites

Chapter 2 Choosing the Best Graduate
Programs for You 20
Defining Your Education and
 Career Goals
Consult a U.S. Educational Information or Advising center
Develop a short list of programs
Other Considerations
Deciding Where to Apply
Useful Websites


Chapter 3 Funding Graduate Study 49
Planning Ahead
Calculating Your Expenses
Financing Your Education
Useful Websites


Chapter 4 Admission Requirements and
Entrance Examinations 30
Academic Background
English Proficiency
Graduate Admissions Tests
Useful Websites

Chapter 5 Preparing Successful Applications 35
The Application Process
Requesting Application Materials
Registering for Admissions Tests
Completing and Returning Application materials
The Admissions Process
Interviews
Acceptance
Useful Websites

Chapter 6 The Application Process:
A Timetable and Checklist 46



Chapter 7  Applying for a students visa 
Visa Types
Procedures for Your Country
Applying for a Student Visa:
Visa Refusals
Useful Websites

Chapter 8 American  University Life 65
Arrival in the United States
Orientation
International Student Advisers (ISAs)
University Housing
Money and Banking
Health Insurance
Extracurricular Activities
Useful Websites

Chapter 9 Specialized Professional Study 69
Dentistry
Medicine
Nursing
Veterinary Medicine
Law
Useful Websites

Chapter 10 Opportunities for Scholars 86
Academic Environment in the United States
Finding and Arranging Academic Opportunities
Obtaining Funding
Other Considerations
Useful Websites

Appendices Glossary of Terms 95
Additional Resources 105
Index 1; Includes index: p. 146-148
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