Here's the question (edits in [here] for privacy purposes):

Dear Chad, 

Thank you so much for your program, it has been a huge help for me. My name is [REMOVED NAME] and like you were, I am trying to transfer from community college to a top business school. In fact the Stern School of Business is my top choice, however I wish I obtained your program from the beginning. Long story-short I am [REMOVED FOR PRIVACY] and did poorly my first semester at community college [REMOVED], didn't know what to study so I took a bunch of art classes where I got As and Bs. Then [REMOVED] I wanted to do business since then I have obtained all As and 1 B. I have a 3.4 but have two more semesters to go, which will likely raise it to a 3.6 or 3.7 when I ace them. I am about to get involved in student government and community service as well. I have work experience while attending community college. With one more 6 week summer semester and the fall semester left am I too late to become on the top business school radar?

Before I put my response, I just want give you the short answer, it's not too late!

Hey Marco,

Thank you for positive feedback And, congratulations on getting back on the horse after having some hardships. I know we can all relate to having a truly hard time at some point in our lives. I give you a lot of respect for getting on a path towards where you want to be. I hope I can help you out even more...

So, since you have two semesters left, this Summer and upcoming Fall, you are probably planning to apply as either a spring admissions transfer or for the following Fall. In either case, I strongly recommend that you take or retake your SATs if they are not above a 2100. Even if you don't score that highly, but you do improve, you will dramatically increase your chances of transferring to business schools like Stern, Wharton, MIT, Cornell, etc.

If you are planning to apply for the Spring, your time may be a little short, but it should be worth a try if admissions are a little bit flexible in dates (some schools are willing to take your application and wait on your scores before making a decision). But, that is time permitting.

However, if you are planning to apply for the following Fall, then you definitely do have the time to apply the methods in The 3 Word Truth and raise your SAT scores, thus increasing your chances of acceptance. If you have read that part carefully, you will know why it is so important

Either way, I think this will help you get on the radar for top business schools. Please let me know if you have more questions down the line and I'll be happy to help you out.

Thanks,

Chad

Hopefully, this will help some of you guys that may have already started community college. And, if you do have questions, you are also welcome to email me! It is way better than commenting

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Congratulations my man!! I'm so happy for you. Those are both amazing schools, teir 1 too! Whoo hoo. You should be really proud of yourself...

I'm not an expert on those two schools, but maybe I can offer some helpful insight. Consider which program is best for your educational needs. After you transfer, which school will give you the best internships, resources, jobs, recruiting, etc.?

Since both schools are very well known, I would choose based on the factors most important to me: program specialization, cost of attendance and location.

Program specialization - For example, if I was doing management/entrepreneurship, I would compare these programs directly and how they stack up against the competition. Also, look at their relationships with companies and who recruits on their campus. You're already accepted. Call them up and ask questions if you can't find something online.

Cost of Attendance - Well, here its a numbers game. I would try to save yourself some money and go for the program that will give you the most money in terms of overall price, financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc.

Location - This is huge. As you know, being a student at [Removed], location makes a huge difference. I know that BU's campus is right in Boston and I'm not too sure about Bentley. I don't think it is located in such a heavily populated area, just outside the city. This could make a difference as you want to make a next step in your career and professional endeavors.

Now, on a personal note, I know two people who went to BU and they both are really smart and they were academically challenged in the program, made good friends and loved the city. However, it seemed like that they did not get a lot of support in terms of finding a job and recruiting which you may not necessarily need if you are good at that yourself. On the other hand, I have a distant cousin who goes to Bentley but I haven't hear much good/bad from him.

Hope this helps a bunch.

**Everyone, please continue to send me emails as I have a really hard time keeping up with comments.

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Having skyped with this customer after his purchase, I quickly learned that he was very similar to me - had the capability but didn't apply himself as much as he could of at a younger age in high school. He was clearly motivated to do things right this time around. Although he was attending a private 4 year college, he was still able to apply the principles and steps in my eBook to get accepted into two better business programs after just one year of college.

So, he came to me with this dilemma...

Should he transfer right now after one year of college to a decent school? Or, try to continue improving at his current school and transfer to one of his top choice universities?

Why Stay The Extra Year Before Transferring

In this customer's case, he had to work on one major step that I provide in my eBook, which I recommend he does. But, there are many more reasons for staying the second year at his current school. I think most people would find this helpful too.

You deserve to achieve your goals.

First and foremost, you deserve to achieve all that you strive for in life. If your goal is to transfer to an elite business university, don't settle. Put all your energy and thought into making your goals a reality. So for that reason alone, don't transfer yet.

But, what if I transfer twice?

(Yes, you can transfer to a decent school and transfer again. However, I would say that is a lot of change and adjustment to deal with when most people would be better off being able to improve where they already are).

You'll save money, which matters.

Furthermore, the university that this customer is currently studying, like community colleges, is way cheaper than the transfer universities. It makes financial sense to stay the extra year because your end degree will be further discounted. In the long run, two semesters of savings add up!

Increase your transfer options.

Staying the extra year gives your transfer application a longer track record of proven academic strength. And by following the steps in my eBook, you'll be far more attractive to universities than someone not following a proven system. You can always apply to the schools again.

Keep Your Eyes On The Prize

In conclusion, never give up on your goals. If you're focused on what you want to achieve, you'll always be motivated and tackle challenges as they come your way. Without focus, you run the risk of becoming discouraged when you have to work hard. However, that's what will separate you from your competition - hard work driven by an intense focus (with a little help from a proven plan).

To protect this customer, I didn't name him or the universities, but after he completes his degree, I hope to swap out the anonymity for the real names. In any case, I'm proud of him. If you guys have questions, please email me as I've been terrible about keeping up with comments.

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Hi Chad,

Thank you for helping me , but I have one more question. I am senior in high school, passing with a D in my physics class. So, I want to know does top University gives importance to high school transcript or they just care about the grades you earn in college.

Most universities will look at your high school transcript. However, this can help you or work against you.

If you do well in high school and you go to community college, don't challenge yourself much and don't excel, the admissions counselor is not going to have much of a reason to want you at their school.

On the other hand, if you happen to have a D on your transcript, but follow the steps my guide, succeeding at community college, maintaining a 4.0 GPA, retake your SATs and show who you are in your application, there is no reason why a transfer university should not accept you. In fact, it would most likely work in your advantage to show how you greatly improved from high school to college. You'll be able to show that you really are capable of performing at the collegiate level and you've changed since high school. And you don't have to mention that it was me who told you how to do it

Please let me know if you need any help moving forward. If you follow the steps in the Guide successfully, you have all the right to be a top candidate at any tier one or Ivy League university.

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Like many community colleges, CompTIA is a major provider of IT certifications, too. It offers its certifications through testing centers run by Pearson VUE. Ranging from the entry-level to the professional, these certifications demonstrate competence in various areas of expertise and are accredited by the American National Standards Institute. Professionals with CompTIA certifications find that their skills are readily accepted by employers.

Some of the best-known CompTIA certifications

The A+ certification: CompTIA's A+ certification helps prove a candidate's basic competence as a computer technician. It is a vendor-neutral certification - which means that it is available for products and platforms offered by every major vendor - Microsoft, Apple and so on. The A+ certification has been around since 1993.

The A+ certification exam is only open to experienced industry professionals - those who have at least 500 hours of practical work experience. The test itself is made of multiple-choice questions and covers everything from hard drives and processors to network cards and printers. The exam focuses on practical installation and repair skills, rather than theory.

You need to pass two examinations  receive an A+ certification,  - the Essentials exam and the Practical Applications exam. Each one requires a separate exam voucher. For this reason, you need to be prepared to pay twice the price listed on the CompTIA website.

The Network + certification: This certification helps networking professionals demonstrate their networking skills to employers. The test includes network hardware, software, LAN and WAN protocols and so on. While CompTIA recommends that candidates sitting for this exam come in  with nine months of professional networking experience, it isn't an essential. Once you have both the A+ and the Network + certifications, you get concessions on Microsoft's MCSA and MSCE certification tracks, too.

CompTIA has large number of other certifications for professionals in different areas of computer technology. Among other certifications, their Security + certification tests for expertise in enterprise-level access control and their Advanced Security Practitioner certification tests for expertise in building secure enterprise computing systems.

This certification can be an nice addition for anyone with an associates degree from community college. Even if you have transferred to university, the certification can only help your academic credentials. Read on to learn about how to obtain these credentials even without transferring to an Ivy League school.

The process to follow obtaining CompTIA certifications

CompTIA offers a straightforward certification roadmap. You simply need to select the area of expertise that you need certification in, select a training center and, when you're ready, select a location where you would like to sit for the exam. Since CompTIA provides certifications in a large number of areas, though, you may have to spend some time deciding on the exact area or subject where you would like to get started. It's a good idea to not overthink the process. Instead, you could simply choose to start in an area that's familiar to you. By the time you're done, you should be in a better position to choose the direction to take for your next certification.

Once you decide on a certification, it's time to train: It's important to approach your training using several differentlearning methods. You can use self-study books, courseware, video lessons and software (CompTIA accredits a variety of study materials), classroom training (specialized CompTIA learning destinations such as Countrywide Training provide a high quality instructor-led experience) and forum learning (where you visit online forums frequented by others preparing for CompTIA certifications). As with any other kind of learning, it's important to tap a variety of sources. When you find it hard to understand a concept in one place, the explanations in another book or class might hit home.

Learn about the way the exam works: While it's important to study to learn your subject as well as you can, you also need to train to deliver what you know in an examination. Similar to transferring to Ivy League, performing well in an examination requires discipline and the ability to work under pressure.

One of the best ways to prepare for the CompTIA examination is to find sample question papers and to take practice examinations to get in touch with the demands of the process

When you're ready, it's time to take the exam: CompTIA's certifications are recognized worldwide. When you have a few certifications under your belt, you'll find that your skills can find you employment anywhere in the world. You simply need to buy an exam voucher and select a testing location.

About The Author:

Travis Adams enjoys his career in IT. He often writes about effective strategies to a successful career.

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What Can You Do with a Language Education?

The ability to speak at least two languages is an asset. Although English is accepted as the dominant business language, the tourism sector, many companies, and the teaching community always want people who speak French, Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, or one of the more than 40 languages taught in North America.

Your studies could enable to you to teach English as a second language. They might prepare you to be a teacher at a French immersion school. Acting as a translator could be exciting. Having another language helps you to reach out to your multi-lingual congregation or clients at a community resource center.

Selecting a Program

Rather than moving from community college to a university and then having to move again, select an institution that can take you as far as you want to go. Some offer certificate programs. Others teach Bachelor's Degree or a post-graduate degree course.

Some Ivy League university programs might appeal to you in a non-academic sense. For instance, you could be moving from a community college to an ivy league university program purely for the sake of knowledge, which will help you in the job you do. Be aware, though, that certain language programs focus on business language, written language, conversational speaking, or literature.

You could be approaching the topic from another angle: as a business student who also wants to learn Korean. In this case, business studies take priority while you also expand the Korean you learned in college, this time with a focus on economics and management.

Community College to Ivy League University: Fees

Typically, Ivy League university courses are more expensive than community college ones. How are you going to pay for your course work? One way is to apply for bursaries, which are available from the university, but also to look outside the institution for grants. If you can prove the importance of the language studies you are taking, demonstrate good college grades, or offer some other incentive to a jury, this could help you continue your academic pursuits.

Another way to fund your ivy league transfer (and to fund studies, in general) is to apply for study abroad courses. Some universities even have students in foreign countries that have already achieved some level of college training but want to work and study simultaneously. This is a great way to apply what you learn as you learn it, and to excel as a student at the same time.

As a foreign language student, choose a transfer university which supplies funds to a percentage of students to help them travel overseas before their degree is finished. Using a language in an immersion setting is the best way to truly learn it.

Free Student Resources

After you move beyond college level Farsi or Portuguese, some resources will be obsolete. These include some of the free language training programs you can download via the college or local library. Community college and university students qualify for free access to online academic papers and periodicals. Chat sites open up lines of communication so that English students can help friends for whom English is a new challenge in return for the same help in that foreign student's language. Online resources include various websites with language learning software and translation services.

About The Author

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Administration

Most people start out as an entry-level nurse within hospitals, clinics, and similar facilities. They are typically assigned to provide direct care to patients. This is a very rewarding job but it can be quite stressful as well. Over time, they may choose to shift to more administrative types of work and use their expertise to ensure that the facility runs smoothly behind the scene. They could eventually be given a supervisory or managerial role with the task of improving internal processes for the efficient delivery of services. This career path requires a high degree of organizational skills.

Home Health Care

Those who enjoy direct contact with patients but prefer a less turbulent setting may want to look into home health care. This nursing specialty calls for long-term arrangements with individual patients who are often among the elderly but may also be children having extreme difficulties. The objective is to monitor the patient's condition and hasten the progress of treatment. Ideally, the end result is a return to full physical independence. This means gaining back mobility and strength. Nurses who serve in this capacity should possess excellent interpersonal skills, lots of patience, and a sincere desire to help.

Travel

Free spirits don't have to be tied down to one location forever. They can apply in a nursing agency for temporary placement in medical facilities across the country in 4 to 13-week stints. International postings are also possible and may last for one to two years. It is a great opportunity to travel for free while working at the same time so the finances are taken care of. It's the type of job that works well for young and independent people who are embrace this near-nomadic lifestyle. It calls for a willingness to embrace the unknown.

Research

Obtaining a doctorate degree will be handy if one intends to delve deeper into health concerns through research. Nursing researchers design and conduct studies to shed light on nagging questions involving the practice. Such studies usually take a considerable amount of time and money to complete. Funding comes from the grants given by public and private institutions. There are limited funds and a surplus of applications. Writing a convincing proposal then following through with useful results will be necessary for success. Adherence to strict deadlines is a must.

Education

Most researchers supplement their income by teaching in a medical college. This works out well since they are considered as the primary experts in their field. With their help, students can gain a greater understanding of the latest developments in the field and the medical community as a whole. A career as an educator serves as a chance to return to the roots and give back by preparing the next generation of nurses. It is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who enjoy being in an academic setting.

Consultancy

There are quite a number of medical cases brought to the courts. Law firms need consultants who are knowledgeable when it comes to the inner workings of the field. Highly experienced nursing graduates can fill this role while working independently. Firms that specialize in these types of cases might have a whole department filled with former nurses who assist lawyers in data gathering, interpretation, and strategic planning.

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Sarah Daren is a writer who creates informative articles relating to the field of health. In this article, she describes the various careers in nursing and aims to encourage further study with a masters in science in nursing program online.

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Civil Engineering

Civil engineering is the field of study that focuses on work done that involves building, maintaining, and expanding the infrastructure of a society. Graduates who leave their universities with a degree in this field will be responsible for working on such essentials as buildings, transportation networks, and energy and water supplies. Students of this field learn to apply mathematical and physics based data into real world situations. Typically, such classes emphasize work on lectures and lab work, as working with a team is an essential part of work as a civil engineer.

Computer Engineering

A degree in computer engineering means that you will be working with a lot of digital information, specifically how to store it, process it, and transmit it electronically. Many practitioners believe that computer science is a foundational study, which means that it opens numerous possibilities as the basework for a lot of facets in modern life. Mobile telephones, satellite navigation, and the internet are all examples of computer engineering put into practice. Technical knowledge and proficiency are all important parts of getting ahead in this competitive field, and it is important to stay on top of the latest advances in digital technology.

Chemical Engineering

If you have ever been curious about how synthetic materials like nylon and polyester are made, or if you are interested in synthesizing materials that help preserve food and keep water cleaner, then a career in chemical engineering can be right for you. Overall, chemical engineering is the study of materials and how they are changed and managed to meet the demands of a modern society. Researchers who operate in this field work on things such as manufacturing materials, preserving foods and cosmetics, synthesizing fuels and energy, and crafting textiles. A strong background in chemistry and mathematics is crucial to the success in this field, and often students will focus on tackling financial and practical problems. Computer simulations and lab work comprises an enormous part of this field of study.

Mechanical Engineering

The field of mechanical engineering is a large one, offering numerous specializations for prospective students to choose from. Engineers in this practice can expect to work on anything from robots to microchips, from vehicles to power plants, this discipline plays an enormous part of the development of modern technology. Depending on what subspecialty you take in this field, you can expect to work with different methods of sustainable energy or even consistent and reliable agricultural developments. Because of how broad this field of study is, there are several overlaps that occur with other types of engineering, including civil, structural, and electrical. Much like with other engineering fields, it is important to be well versed in physics and mathematics to keep up with the curriculum.

Aeronautical Engineering

Aeronautical engineering is an exciting branch of engineering that focuses on the research, development, design, testing, and scientific understanding of air crafts. It also involves investigating the various aerodynamic characteristics of aircrafts, such as the effects of lift, drag, and airfoil on the machines that this field develops. For those who are enthralled by the methodology and development of flying machines, they will find no study more fascinating than this one. Typically, because of the nature of this field, it is important for students to come from a background that is heavy in physics in order to be able to efficiently graduate in this promising field.

On your way to transferring, be sure to take courses that will prepare you for your degree path. Get ready to work hard in your math and sciences. However, if you do well, you might be an ivy league transfer student.

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William Stevens is a writer who creates informative articles in relation to technology. In this article, he describes the different fields of engineering and aims to encourage further study with an online masters degree civil engineering.

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Emailing a Professional Requires Professionalism

Communicating through email is more efficient with fewer requirements compared to a handwritten or typed letter. Students can make the mistake of treating emails as informal means to contact a professional associated with their college such as a professor or administrator that should be treated accordingly in an email. Students should always use a proper salutation with a respective title or honorific like "Dear Dr. _." The body of the message should remain in a professional tone without improper language or slang terms that do not coincide with the purpose behind the message. Each message should end with a closing that would be found in a business letter such as "Sincerely" or "Respectfully". Some of the formalities might subside as a relationship develops. However, this should only occur at the request of the superior.

Oops-Wrong Name

One of the more common mistakes that students make while emailing a college or university professor or associate is storing a contact by a first and last name. This method is usually fine when adding contacts to an email address book. However, any friends, family, or professionals with the same first name can likely cause a click that will send a message to the wrong person with the same first name. Professor John Right might be listed in an address book as "John Right" along with a best friend named "John Wrong". Imagine sending a message or photos that were intended for a best friend, to a professor that does not share the sense of humor implied in the message or photos. This mistake happens with email programs that have auto-fill options that automatically fill in the rest of a contact name with a user simply typing the first letter of a name in the "To:" line of an outgoing email. This mistake can easily be avoided by storing a professional name as it should be addressed in person such as "Professor Right" along with checking the settings of an email program to turn off any auto-fill or auto-complete options that will require the manual spelling of an intended contact.

Remember the Purpose of the Email

Email is a way to communicate quickly with brief messages and attachments that fulfill the requests of the addressed professional. Students often make the costly mistake of forgetting an attachment that includes an important document that is usually time sensitive. Administrators are expecting important paperwork such as financial aid documents to be attached to an email, whereas professors are looking for attachments that include assignments or tests that are due on certain dates and times by email. The same guidelines for turning in a handwritten assignment are expected of an email communication. Students still have to be on time with the correct information included in the correspondence.

There are other mistakes that can be avoided by simply editing the message within an email. Proper grammar and spelling is often taken for granted by students that rely on spell-check to fix everything. Some email programs that are required by colleges might not have spell-check capabilities responsibility falls on each student to properly construct a professional email. Students should remain conscientious of the primary purpose of each email prior to clicking "send". Email will continue to be the most popular form of communication on college campuses. Students can only strengthen their professional relationships by practicing proper email etiquette.

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Ryan Ayers is a writer who creates informative articles in relation to education. In this article, he offers emailing tips to students and aims to encourage further study with a master in public relations.

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Abnormal Psychology

Abnormal psychology is one of the several branches of psychology and it deals with the study of unusual patterns in behavior, emotion, or thought process, which may be understood by mental disorders. While, culturally speaking, there are different understandings of abnormal behavior in the context of morality or social norms, this field of study takes the clinical approach in a medical and professional setting. To begin, the introductory approach identifies that there are multiple causes for different types of conditions, which can employ a wide variety of diverse theories from the general psychological field. Individuals who are interested in pursuing a career in this fascinating field of study will often find employment in clinics and other environments where they will have the chance to speak with and help patients through a diverse means of treatment methods.

Behavioral Psychology

Behavioral psychology is also known as behavioral neuroscience, and is the study of how the field of biology can be applied to the field of psychology. This allows for a wide variety of subjects to be observed, including the principles of biology, genetics, and developmental behaviors in both nonhuman and human subjects. Typically, the foundations of this branch study investigates at a cellular level, observing nerves, brain circuitry, and other base biological processes that typically underlie behavior. Employees in this field will often work in a laboratory environment and research non human animal models, such as mice, rats, and nonhuman primates, observing and controlling behaviors so as to better understand human pathology.

Applied Psychology

Applied psychology is the field of study that follows the application of psychological theories and principles in every day real life situations. This broad category features numerous areas of study, including mental health, business management and education, product design, health, and law as just some of the various fields that are affected by an understanding of applied psychological rudiments. Students who plan on studying applied psychology will find that the term can apply to a wide variety of careers and practices. These include clinical psychology, industrial psychology, organizational psychology, engineering psychology, forensic psychology, and healthy psychology as just some of the active fields that require the contributions of capable young men and women. While each of these fields vary vastly in terms of activity and specialization, they will all function on the same basic principles that can be picked up in an applied psychology classroom.

Health Psychology

Healthy psychology is a field of psychological study that observes the behavioral processes in health, illnesses, and general healthcare. Primarily, it focuses on how psychological and behavioral factors play a role in the physical health and the progression of illness in human beings, as well as other biological causes as understood by medical sciences. Researchers will observe how psychological factors can affect an individuals health and well being in both direct and indirect ways. Typically, this involves observing both the health and the psychological condition of various patients, while taking into account numerous factors that can each contribute a piece to the puzzle. Outside the broad field of research and careful consideration, health psychologists may also find employment in numerous locations, Some may aim to help improve the relationship between the doctor and the patient as well as provide consultation roles in clinic and hospital environments.

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Ryan Ayers is a writer who creates informative articles in relation to education. In this article, he describes the different fields of psychology and aims to encourage further study with an online masters in applied psychology.

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The challenge lies in the rising competitiveness in the market, inciting the need for graduates/students well versed in business intelligence. Not only does it serve as an additional bonus, it also allows outgoing transfer students to pursue their own ventures.

A recent survey indicates that a lot of organizations and enterprises believe that they lack in business intelligence. Furthermore, they highlight the need for business intelligence in education and services. At least 25% of the companies admit their business intelligence capabilities are ‘inadequate’.

Business intelligence & the knowledge economy 

In light of technological advancements, business intelligence can be designated as ‘knowledge economy’. Companies need to make intellectual capital a basic part of their organizational strategy, so there is a need for critical development, creation and encapsulation of value for knowledge and their related competencies.

Certain trends can help transfer students to follow the requirements of developing business intelligence. For example, certificates of business programs and training on business intelligence-related subjects can give a major boost to the career of a recent graduate in light of an above discussion. AOL points out professional certifications that are high in demand and mentions courses like project management, corporate training and professional sales, all of which aid in development of business intelligence.

Also, information on 6 Sigma green belt from the College Network shows companies are now focusing on what customers have to say and requiring tools that meet their needs. As a result, certifications that teach employees and suppliers about how to reduce wastage and increase quality (better intelligence) are being required by employers, while institutes are opening up doors to such courses to busy professionals online.

Researchers conducted a study on the efficacy of business tools at the National Institute for Health Research. The main purpose of the study was to decipher the importance of business intelligence and how it can impact the management of information needed in decision making processes.

As a sample, QlikView was used and the results were observed in the clinical research delivery arm. It was reported that the usage of business intelligence from employees and this tool led to better data assimilation as well improved quality of routine process.

This clearly shows organizations that are submerged in disciplines can positively benefit from business intelligence. It is also important to note that companies are realizing that the input of employees comes first compared to other tools – a reason why they’re raising the bar through six Sigma training and other certifications.

Modern transfer students have to think out-of-the-box for attaining credentials that lead to a better future. While transferring to Ivy League schools like Harvard or Cornell are great, your road does not end there. Precedents such as those described above will map a career that is not only adequate in the main field, but also decorated with the added edge of business intelligence.

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But according to a recent article in the New York Times, a “disparate group of colleges from across the country” are aiming to change this by encouraging community college students to become high-achieving graduates who can easily transfer to bachelor’s programs. Some students even transfer to Ivy League from community college.

A Coalition of Colleges

Building on a pre-existing program called American Honors, several colleges and universities which are both public and private, two-year and four-year, are aligning themselves to create an honors program that will help top community colleges students move on towards their degrees. Included in the list of colleges nationwide are 27 four-year schools ranging from heavy weights like Ohio State to smaller institutions.

Initial Success

In the spring, the program’s first group of 17 candidates graduated and was able to move on to prestigious “universities including Vanderbilt, Stanford and Georgetown.” Kasey Urquidez, an enrollment manager and the associate vice president of student affairs at the University of Arizona, believes that “there’s big potential” to be found in “community college transfers [who] are going to be more and more a part of the college picture.”

How the Alliance Works

One of the frustrating aspects of transferring form a two-year college to a four-year university is that many big institutions choose not to honor all the transfer credits because many community college courses are viewed as less rigorous. This ends up wasting time and funds for transfer students who must retake classes at the more expensive school.

In order to navigate this problem, many state universities have agreements with junior colleges within “their own states to automatically admit transfer students who meet certain academic standards and to accept certain credits.”

The alliance works similarly to this model. But it is bigger because it spans across the country with both private and state schools. While not all colleges in the coalition can “‘guarantee admission or transferring credits,’” the honors students will apply with a ‘“distinct advantage over other transfer applicants,’” Carolyn Dietel of Mount Holyoke College told the NY Times.

Options for Community College Transfers

For students who aren’t yet involved with the growing network of transfer schools, there are still many options open. While they will all require a fair amount of hard work and determination, these transfer school do provide competitive degrees and successful learning environments. Many schools like South University programs offer both onsite and online classes that work well for students who have daytime work schedules. Other options include looking at the state universities with which your community college is already connected.

As more policy makers and educators realize the value that community college transfers have to offer, programs like the nationwide alliance will hopefully foster more and more graduation success stories. You might be interested in checking out our resources on transferring to Ivy League schools like Harvard, Cornell or Stanford.

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Many transfer students make up a portion of their tuition through scholarships. They are the lifeblood of the college transfer hopeful and all but mandatory for most students who want to avoid loans as much as possible. Unfortunately, it has come to light that many transfer colleges are devoting a majority of their scholarship monies to wealthier students, which is to say students who might have an easier time paying out-of-pocket than their classmates. Why is it that schools are targeting wealthier students and how serious is the problem?

Scope of the Issue

According to a slew of articles published by USAToday, Bloomberg Businessweek, CBS Money Watch, and ABC News, colleges are shifting aid from poor to wealthy students at an alarming rate. As far back as 2004, USAToday reported that while 66% of high-income students were likely to go to college, only about 20% of low-income students were likely to attend. Put another way, a random selection of students from the average U.S. university will produce students whose families are in the top 25% in terms of income at a rate 25 times that of students whose families are in the bottom 25% in terms of income. The reason for this discrepancy is cost.

The problem of cost and rising fees has been exacerbate in recent years by two changes. The first change has occurred at the level of government aid. The U.S. government has shifted from primarily offering grants to favoring loans. Loans present two problems. First, they are less likely to be accessible by low-income families, especially now that the average interest charged has increased from a variable rate of 2-3% to a fixed rate of nearly 7%.

The second problem that loans present is that they sap money from grant programs. In the 1970's, federal Pell Grants for low-income families covered about 40% of the cost of an average four-year education. Today, a Pell Grant covers only 15% of total costs. The shift from grants to loans is taking a disproportionately large toll on lower-income college hopefuls.

The other, more recent problem to affect low-income families is a shift in how colleges award scholarships. According to information from ProPublica, scholarship awards to students in the lowest income quartile have shrunk from 34% in 1996 to 25% in 2012. Over the same time frame, awards to students in the highest quartile of income have increased from 16% to 23%.

When combined, the above two shifts in how money is awarded have had a tremendous impact on low-income families. To put the changes into perspective, consider Businessweek's report showing that 35% of low-income families get an average of $7,237 in scholarships while 36% of high-income families get an average of $10,213 in scholarships (grants are not included in these numbers). College costs are not only increasing overall, they are increasing at a disproportionate rate based on income. The rate of rise in costs is substantially greater for low-income compared to high-income families.

Root Cause

The cause of this shift can be traced back several decades to the advent of college ranking systems that depend heavily on graduation rates, GPA, etc. Transfer colleges compete fiercely with one another to maintain these rankings because they drive everything from money to prestige. In such a setting, investing a lot of resources in one student is less beneficial than investing few resources in a lot of students. In other words, colleges need to increase prestige and it is cheaper to do that with high-income students than with low-income students.

Offering money to high-income students allows transfer colleges to pick up a large number of high-caliber students because the investment, per student, is lower. Catharine Hill, the president of top-ranked Vassar College, has spoken out against colleges that use merit aid to attract talented middle- and upper-income families simply because it is less costly than pursuing similar prospects from poor families. According to Hill, Vassar takes a different approach to education and makes a concerted effort to uphold "our nation's commitment to equal opportunity and social mobility." As a result, Vassar offers some of the best incentives in the nation to low-income students.

Stepping Up

The good news is that Vassar is not alone in working to make education affordable. According to Bloomberg Businessweek, many colleges, like Amherst and Grinnell, pride themselves in making their educations as affordable as possible for everyone. On average, low-income students at Vassar pay only about $5,700 per year. At Amherst and Grinnell, low-income students pay almost nothing.

Another bit of good news has to do with scholarships. Private scholarships (those that are not awarded by colleges) tend to be awarded using more egalitarian means of assessing merit and need. Private scholarships, like those awarded by Kevin Kerekes, can be more attainable for low-income students because the people awarding them are not interested in padding institutional rankings.

What to Do

When choosing a transfer college, look carefully at Pell Grant awards. This information will provide a good barometer of how much need-based aid these colleges offer and how socially minded they are in awarding scholarships. Beyond that, consider that rank often has very little to do with the quality of the education that an institution provides. In fact, ranking may say more about scholarship opportunities than it does about the quality of the education provided. Whatever the value of rankings, focus first on colleges that work hard to make an education affordable and look for private scholarships to help fund your education.

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Peter Miles writes about investing and real estate. Spending much of his career as an investor, he's now retired to the eastern coast with his wife and three kids.

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Read why so many consider sorority membership each semester.  Is sorority life right for you?  The following benefits can’t hurt.

Charity

Charity work is helpful to others and intrinsically rewarding.  Sororities choose specific charities, lending funds and physical assistance for events and causes.  Philanthropic pursuits create great life lessons, teaching individual members about morals and ethics.

Leadership

Though sororities are communities, events and causes give members opportunity to take important individual roles.  Many women seek advanced roles in business settings, and leadership is learned through experience.  Sorority leadership experiences are great for one’s resume, making candidates appealing to management and hiring executives.

Academics

Academics is not just an expectation, put an investment.  Aside from social interactions, sororities give members opportunity to form study groups.  Sisters receive academic guidance from senior members.  In some instances, sororities prefer active members maintain a particular GPA.

Social Functions

Sorority members benefit, engaged in a solid and ongoing social circle.  Members build relationships with in-sorority sisters, but the extension of on-campus Greek society enables members to meets hundreds more.  Students benefit from socializing with people from different locations and backgrounds.

Athletics

Greeks often wear t-shirts from Greek Streak, a custom Greek apparel printer or other providers.  Athletics are popular with Greek societies.  Intramural sports games of kickball, Frisbee, bowling and more range from highly intense to social in purpose.  Good health and proper exercise fuels a prosperous social and academic life.  Sororities provide members with a well-rounded lifestyle, offering opportunities for engaging in a range of exercise.

Counseling

A large percentage of incoming freshmen change majors at least once throughout college.  While colleges accommodate fickle students, changing majors warrants different requirements, more classes and increased tuition.  Changing direction costs, but sorority sisters have access to elders, those who can give them sound and practical advice about life in the coming years, and how best to prepare.

Community

Depending on the size of the campus, one can feel lonely in after transferring to university.  Sororities offer sisters the assurance of community.  You’re never alone when sisters are a few rooms or a phone call away.  While academics is the main focal point, research shows well-adjusted students get better grades, hosting better study and life habits.

Why are many young women looking forward to future campus life?  Sororities offer:

• Opportunity to partake in numerous charities
• Chances to develop leadership skills
• A community for academic achievement
• Micro and macro window of social opportunity
• A range of intramural sporting events
• Younger sisters access to the wisdom of older members
• Immediate and long-term community

Read individual Web sites, request literature, and seek social media channels of interested transfer colleges and sororities within.  Sorority membership is permanent, so research ahead of pledging.

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Jaime Sunday is an experienced sorority leader. She often blogs about Greek life and its impact on success.

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Admission counselors at 4-year colleges are inundated with thousands of applicants from high school seniors who have similar characteristics, essays, and SAT scores. It is difficult to make your application stand out and, in many cases, students will be rejected. Instead, students should consider a different option—community college with a transfer to a 4-year college whether that is in pursuit of a bachelors in business temecula, an ivy-league institution, or an international university with your dream program.

Community college allows for students to smoothly transition from high school or work. Most students attending community college are local and the necessity of not having to commute or take out student loans is appealing. Because of this, students can take their GE requirements and seamlessly transfer to a 4-year college.

How to Get From Community College to Your University

Community college, as is any other college, is filled with unmotivated students who are not particularly interested in their classes. It is imperative, if you are serious about transferring out of community college, that you are motivated and have a clear plan ahead of you.

If you do not know where you want to transfer, begin visiting colleges and researching what programs different schools have that interest you.

It is never too early to work with a future school and determine what classes will in fact transfer as credit to a 4-year college. The biggest setback you could have as a transfer student is having taken classes that do not transfer. Talk to your community college advisor and work with them on the steps you need to make the most out of your time at community college for a successful transfer.

Research transferring. Online articles and friends or co-workers who have been through the process can aid in your transition.

How to Succeed in Community College for Transfer Success

Once you have your plan and are in communication with your advisor, focus on your studies. Just because you are attending college does not mean that you can take a disinterested approach to your classes.

As a transfer, colleges are now looking at your success at your previous school. Your grades do matter.

Communicate with your professors. If you have questions, go to their office hours. If you are not doing well on your papers, discuss with them areas for improvement. Be in contact with them because they will be a source for recommendation letters.

Retake your SATs if you did not score well on them the first time. Not only is this giving you a better shot at standing out, you are also showing your work ethic by your improvement.

By having a focused goal and a dedicated work ethic, community college can be a great tool toward your Bachelor’s degree.

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Planning Early for a Satisfying Career

Medical schools suggest thinking about your transfer at least one year ahead of time. This gives you the chance to enroll in the necessary college classes and achieve the credits you will require, unless you already have. It also reminds you to keep your grades up, knowing the average required of you will be well over 3.0, perhaps even 3.3 or 3.5.

Also, you will have to write an MCAT to get into medical school, and not during the early weeks of enrollment. The test should be written the previous autumn or earlier, but not too much earlier. Transfer brochures explain these details in full so you have plenty of time to get ready before leaving college.

Ask for transcripts from high school and your college in preparation for the inevitable interview. Look carefully into funding and housing options so you know living accommodations will be convenient. Living too far away is impractical during the grueling, exhausting months and years ahead of you. Many students will drop out, but do not let something as simple as living arrangements be the thing which holds you back.

Undergraduate Courses

You will be expected to have studied relevant courses prior to enrolling in medical school. These include several sciences and math, with particulars such as biochemistry, etc., listed by schools of medicine.

A medical school will expect applicants to have achieved their Bachelor's Degree as of June the summer before school resumes and no later, but possibly earlier. This degree must have been achieved within a certain length of time or it is considered outdated.

Application or Resume

In some ways, your application for medical school is much like a resume. Although you are not applying for a job, the board choosing medical students from their pool (of which there are usually more pupils than spaces) picks not just the smartest but also the best-suited applicants. These are students who have done more than bury their heads in science books. Pupils are not just filling in the blanks but are composing essays in a sense. These have to be enjoyable and factual. If writing is not something you enjoy or are very good at, ask someone to help you compose your CV without allowing this person to write it for you.

Well-Rounded People

Pupils most likely to stand out and gain attention from the selection committee are students who became involved in clubs, had hobbies, and volunteered with various organizations during college and before. They have shown a genuine interest in topics beyond medicine, science, and math.

These could have been after-school programs for kids, visiting elderly people in nursing homes, tutoring college students, or helping the local Red Cross during blood drives. Wherever a student donated his time, he learned something valuable about leadership, working in teams, and more.

Notably, professors are looking for the qualities, which create a well-rounded, approachable doctor who will see people as more than specimens to be examined. Moreover, with this range of interests and experiences, a college student transferring to medical school also learns to think from different angles and view problems creatively.

Applicants should have taken advantages of opportunities to grow by attending seminars, conferences, and other learning sessions beyond the college environment.

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Sarah Daren is a writer who creates informative articles relating to the field of health. In this article, she offers tips to medical students and aims to encourage further study with a UC Clinical Laboratory Science Degree Online.

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Law Schools accept students who hold bachelor's degrees in any field. The American Bar Association (ABA) doesn't recommend any particular undergraduate course of study to get admitted to Law School. A student who prepares for Law School could earn a bachelor's degree program that will help him specialize his law practice, such as a music or art degree if they want to pursue entertainment law. Also, liberal arts or social sciences degrees prepare you for general education.

Political Science

A bachelor's degree course in Political Science can help you learn about conflicts in political ideas, interpersonal interaction and societies throughout history. A Bachelor of Arts in Political Science program develops your knowledge and skills in writing papers about current political topics and in arguing controversial issues in front of an audience.

Philosophy

Philosophy undergraduate programs can enhance your analyzing and critical thinking skills by examining the nature of existence and knowledge. You can learn a lot about the history of philosophy, founders of philosophy and their philosophical ideas. Although a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy program, aspiring law school students learn to use logic to defend their ideas in a debate and to write clearly about complicated issues.

History

Majoring in history develops your skills in researching and interpreting objects and written documents from the past. History degree programs involve writing research papers, reading a lot of books and participating in class discussion. History courses also teach you how to verify reliable sources.

English

English degree programs can teach you how to become a better speaker, writer and critical thinker. You can also learn about the history of English and the structure of the English language. Most Law Schools require applicants to have a strong reading and writing scores, so English majors learn how to work independently, analyze texts and improve their public speaking skills.

STEM Fields

While many people don't associate the STEM fields--mathematics, engineering, science and technology--with lawyers, law schools nowadays love to see the combination. According to the University of Michigan Law School, students coming from STEM fields consistently do well at Law Schools. In fact, 80 percent of math and biology majors get accepted to law schools, compared to about 67 percent overall. A student with a STEM degree is especially popular in the area of intellectual property law.

The University of Chicago Law School encourages students to pursue their passions when choosing a college degree. Your interest often hones your abilities to work in a particular field of law. A student who holds a business degree, for example, will have a strong preparation to work in corporate law, while a student who majors in art history might go on to pursue legal work for a museum.

Undergraduate grades count for as much as half of a Law School's admission decision, according to the University of California, Berkeley. Thus, if you are sure that you want to pursue a law degree, it is worth choosing a major in which you can maintain a high GPA. But, your choice of major and undergraduate institution are also taken into consideration, so having strong grades shouldn't only be your deciding factor. Remember, choose a major for which you have real interest; it will be easier to put in the time required for high grades if you have interests in your classes, and your academic work will be more impressive and original.

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Ryan Ayers is a writer who creates informative articles in relation to education. In this article, he offers degree choices that can prepare a student for law school and aims to encourage further study with a TJSL Masters in Law Online.

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Respected Profession

One reason engineering is so respected is that a person has to be intelligent and disciplined to make any kind of career in any related industry. He probably went to college or university. There is plenty of work for people with the skills of an engineer, either in his chosen field or related ones. He has the gift of being able to understand how things work and often to fix them himself.

Types of Engineering

If a college carries engineering courses, which types of engineering do they teach? Examples include aeronautics, mechanical, electrical, and computer engineering. There are civil, robotics, and chemical engineers. Certain disciplines fall under the category of engineering technology, more specifically.

Besides these degrees, a college might also offer courses in management and consultancy so that you can take your interest in engineering to a new level. Many individuals who already have a career do this sort of thing to experience new challenges or upgrade their salaries. There are post-graduate degrees in these fields available, and one could become an engineering professor at a college or university.

Some professionals get their hands dirty. Lots of these individuals design machines, structures, or systems. They work in offices, inspecting a work site regularly.

Talk to a College Counselor

Before embarking on the second year of your college studies, you should visit the careers counselor for some advice about courses you should take. In fact, consider visiting the careers counselor at high school, although during the first year of university is not too late either. You probably need math and science credits.

This professional will help you decide what classes to enroll in which will satisfy entry requirements into engineering courses. This might mean you end up leaving town to enroll at a different college. You could have to retake some classes to upgrade your marks in certain areas. Start to chart your direction well in advance of your final undergraduate year by which time you might feel pressured financially to finish university and find work.

Resources for Pupils

Engineering schools offer lots of practical advice to students considering entering college to pursue a career in one of the exciting fields associated with their profession. For one thing, they advise pupils to talk with people who have already achieved their degrees and are working in the professions they had hoped to enter.

These are opportunities to ask if a job is what the person expected or less, maybe more. Find out about work hours, pay, intellectual stimulation, and challenges they face. Is the job boring or always changing and challenging? Perhaps an engineer will mention continuing college courses he is taking to further his career opportunities and earn more money.

Another resource is an engineering society. Some of these welcome enquiries for potential students who want to know more about a particular field. They comment on trends in engineering and international study or work opportunities for talented members of the community.

Subscribe to an engineering magazine, or several. These periodicals discuss certain fields in detail, assuming their readership is somewhat educated in technical sciences relating to computers, civil engineering, etc.

College Caveats

Be aware that a college must be accredited, an accepted facility in the engineering community. An unaccredited course might teach you things, but your accomplishments will not be recognized by professionals, associations, or further educational institutions when you seek a Masters in your discipline.

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William Stevens is a writer who creates informative articles in relation to technology. In this article, he offers information surrounding engineering degrees and aims to encourage further study with an OU Online Engineering Management Degree.

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Cyber security is one of the most important things that you need to understand and learn about. While technology and the internet has offered the world ease and convenience, it has also brought about a lot of dangers in terms of information theft. As a college transfer student here are some tips that would be useful for you to help prevent the risk of cyber security attacks and data loss:

Secure Your Devices

Nearly all students in a university now own a laptop where they accomplish almost 90% of their schoolwork and store almost all of their personal information. Be extra careful about where you leave your laptops. If you live in a dorm make sure to lock your room properly before leaving. For your laptop, give it extra protection from thieves by securing it with a cable lock tied around your bedpost. This is the only way to ensure nobody would ever be able to grab it and run away with it in just a matter of minutes.

Lock Your Device Operating System

You probably use your laptop for purchasing items from your favorite online shopping websites and to gain access to your favorite social networks. Do not leave these websites open for several hours without signing out. If you do not want to deal with the hassles of having to sign in and out of those websites, make sure to secure it by setting it to hibernation mode or by setting a lock screen.

Password Protect Your Devices

Password protecting your laptop is one of the easiest, most basic tip that you should follow to prevent information theft. As a college transfer student you are probably in the middle of filling out different secured websites in your new school so you will need to be extra careful. Do not just use any password, use a strong one that involves a combination of alpha-numerical characters. Also make sure to change your passwords every now and then to avoid unauthorized access to your information that might end up in the wrong hands.

Avoid Over-Sharing of Personal Information

Yes, you may now be in the process of finding new friends and becoming too comfortable with them. The thing is, you should not be too trusting with your personal information because it can come back to haunt you. Keep your student ID number, social security numbers, passwords, or any account information even to your closest friends.

Avoid Over-Sharing on Social Networking Sites

There are thousands of identity thieves lurking in their computers out there. You can take extra precaution by making sure that you set your privacy settings in such a way that only your friends and the people who matter to you can gain access to what you are sharing, especially your personal profile information.

Invest in a Reliable Anti-Virus Software

Protect your laptop from possible scams by using reliable anti-virus software. Also proceed with caution when you are downloading files off the internet. This is one of the biggest sources of computer viruses. This software may be quite costly but it is the best way for you to keep your laptop and all your personal information protected.

Avoid the pitfalls and the negative effects of this technology-driven world by having a good dose of common sense. Cyber security attacks are very much avoidable and now that you know all these tips you simply have to make it second nature to you.

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William Stevens is a writer who creates informative articles in relation to technology. In this article, he offers security tips to college students and aims to encourage further study with an Information Security Masters Degree.

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What are some of the benefits of participating in ROTC in college?

1.) Have Sufficient Financial Aid

This is the first and most obvious benefit that you can get from joining the ROTC and perhaps the primary reason why a lot of students enlist in the first place. With some research, you will find that there are a lot of colleges that offer full scholarships to ROTC cadets. Some schools offer partial tuition assistance while another part of your scholarship will go to free board and lodging. These scholarships will help pay for your books, educational expenses and living expenses thereby easing your financial burdens.

2.) Gain Leadership Skills

Army training will prepare you for just about anything that life's challenges will throw at you. Army ROTC will train you not just to become a leader but also to become a leader that leads by example. Yes, training involves a lot of physically draining activities but it also helps you develop the discipline, focus and motivation that you will need in any aspect of your life. As an officer you will learn how to lead other soldiers to respond effectively to fast-changing environments and to achieve success together as a group.

3.) Have Skills Development Training

It takes a strong, resilient and dedicated person to want to become a part of the military. Your participation in ROTC in college will make you a very holistic individual. The training that you will go through will help you learn management and leadership skills that you will not learn in any typical classroom setting. The rigorous schedule of ROTC training will help prepare you for the world out there. From time management skills to quick problem-solving skills and the development of high personal discipline, learning all these will set you apart and give you an edge in the real world. Ultimately, even if you do end up in the military, the skills you have developed in ROTC training will serve you well in just about any career that you end up pursuing.

4.) Gain a solid group of friends.

The rigorous activities in ROTC will make you and your co-trainees form a strong bond of friendship. The people you will meet here become your lifelong friends because of the many challenges and activities that you are exposed to. Training involves a lot of teamwork, which solidifies your relationships with these like-minded individuals with whom you share the same life perspective. Apart from your actual training, ROTC will also expose you to many activities such as parties, social events and volunteer work that further strengthen your bond.

5.) Be Physically, Emotionally and Mentally Fit

College is all about preparing yourself for the real world. Unlike typical classroom instruction alone, involving yourself in ROTC training will help you become a well-rounded individual. You will go through tough exercise regimen that will keep you in tip top shape at all times. In addition to that, you will also be exposed to simulation activities that will prepare you for the emotional and mental strength that you will need when you are out in the field.

Having the passion to serve your country and your people is the first step to becoming successful in ROTC training. Even if your plans to join the military will change in the near future, the training and education that you get from joining ROTC in college will pave the way for a brighter, more secure future for you.

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