Why is June-September, an extremely crucial timeframe for students aspiring to study abroad
The June-September period is an extremely crucial timeframe for students aspiring to study abroad for two major reasons – some are all set to fly abroad for the fall intake, and some start preparing to fly overseas a year in advance. For the fall intake, they should start preparing at least a year before to be completely ready with all the nitty-gritty of their study-abroad journey. For flying abroad during the fall intake of 2024, students should start planning in July-September 2023.
To learn more - https://www.financialexpress.com/business/investing-abroad-studying-abroad-things-to-know-while-taking-education-loan-3132052/
Red flags parents must not miss when students chase foreign dreams - The Economic Times
The plight of the 700 students caught in a fake admission letter scam has caused immense mental agony not only for the students themselves but also for their parents, who invested their life savings and endured countless sleepless nights in hopes of securing a bright future for their children.
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Is College Worth It? Recent Analysis Says Yes
According to a report released by the Institution for Higher Education Policy Wednesday, a college degree still has value for about 93 percent of students. The analysis shows that for the majority of students, especially those attending a public institution, having a college degree leaves them better off financially in comparison to peers who did not pursue postsecondary education. About 2,400 institutions, enrolling about 18 million undergraduates nationwide, reach a minimum level of value return that makes the cost of college worth the investment, the report says. However, another 500 institutions, enrolling nearly 1.5 million undergraduate students, do not meet the same standard.
To learn more - https://www.insidehighered.com/news/business/financial-health/2023/06/22/college-worth-it-recent-analysis-says-yes
Governor DeSantis Sues Biden Administration to Ensure Freedom in Higher Education
Governor Ron DeSantis and Attorney General Ashley Moody sued the Biden administration over its attempts to undercut Florida’s nation-leading higher education reforms. Throughout Governor DeSantis’ time in office, Florida has ranked number one in the nation for higher education, yet the U.S. Department of Education has unconstitutionally collaborated with accreditation bodies to try to block the Governor’s efforts to bring increased transparency and accountability to public colleges and universities.
To learn more - https://www.flgov.com/2023/06/22/governor-desantis-sues-biden-administration-to-ensure-freedom-in-higher-education/
New program in York provides scholarships for people affected by gun violence
A new program in York is all about second chances. York police are partnering with Harrisburg Area Community College to offer educational opportunities to those affected by gun violence, including victims, witnesses and perpetrators.
Those that are selected will receive scholarships for training or classroom instruction in more than 20 career programs. The hope is that by providing educational support, students will be able to earn a livable wage. That will then mitigate the financial risk factors for future violent behavior.
So far, $50,000 has been set aside for the initiative. The mayor said he plans to ask city council for an additional $500,000.
To learn more - https://www.wgal.com/article/york-new-program-provides-scholarships-for-people-affected-by-gun-violence/44304193#
Full-ride scholarships for some first-generation college students will be life-changing
The success of Houston's young Black and Hispanic people will impact the overall success of the city of Houston. That's according to demographics expert and founding director of Rice University's Kinder Institute for Urban Research, Dr. Stephen Klineberg, who has spent decades studying the Houston population.
The latest Census data shows that 70% of all people under 20 in Harris County are Black or Hispanic. Dr. Klineberg says those are the two groups most likely to be living in poverty, which has huge impact on a person's ability to succeed in the public school system. Census data confirms nearly 25% of both Black and Hispanic families are living below the poverty level in Harris County.
To learn more - https://abc13.com/kipp-students-full-ride-scholarships-questbridge-program-rice-universitys-kinder-institute-for-urban-research/13411541/
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