Directions: Choose a broadcast and listen 3 times. First, listen but don't read. Next, listen again (don't read) and try to write 3-4 the words you don't understand. Finally, listen again and read to understand those words. You will have a test on the listening tomorrow.
- An Introduction
This is the first in our series of programs for anyone interested in higher education in the U.S. - First Steps
In part 2 of our series on American higher education, advice about where to get information on colleges and universities. - College, University or Institute?
Part 3 of our Foreign Student Series explains the different kinds of higher learning institutions in the U.S. - Public or Private?
In part 4, we look at an example from Oregon of price differences between a state university and a private college.Why do state schools cost less?
. What is the tuition for Oregon residents at the University of Oregon?
. What is the tuition for nonresidents at the University of Oregon?
. How much is the housing?
. How many students are at Lewis and Clark University?
. What is the tuition at Lewis and Clark University? - Colleges and Degrees
In part 5, we discuss how students can save money by attending a community college for their first two years of study. - Accreditation Explained
In part 6, we discuss the quality control process used in U.S. higher education. - Diploma Mills
In part 7, we look at the business of selling unearned degrees. - Getting a US Education From Home
In part 8, we offer advice for choosing an online program. - Getting a US Visa
In part 9, we talk about the steps needed to come to the United States for study. - What SEVIS Means to You
In part 10, we discuss the government system for collecting information on foreign students and exchange visitors in the U.S. - The Application Process
In part 11, advice to apply to at least three U.S. colleges or universities -- and give yourself plenty of time. - Thanksgiving in the US
College and universities may arrange for students far from home to spend the holiday with local families. Part 12 of our series. - Admissions Tests
In part 13, we start to discuss entrance exams. Also, a new report warns about the rising costs of higher education in the U.S. - The SAT and the ACT
In part 14, we talk about the two competing college-admissions tests in the U.S., and about schools that require neither. - TOEFL or IELTS?
In part 15, we look at the two major English language tests accepted by colleges and universities in the U.S. - The Business of the GMAT
In part 16, we discuss the Graduate Management Admission Test. - Answering Your Questions
In part 17, we answer questions about American higher education and about learning English. - Paying for School in the US
Foreign students must show they can pay for at least their first year of study. Part 18 of our series. - Working While Studying in the US
In part 19, we examine the rules about employment for international students. - Financial Aid
Offerings may be limited, but more aid is available for international graduate students than for undergraduates in the U.S. Part 20 of our series. - Becoming a Fulbrighter
In part 21, we discuss the Fulbright Program, which offers opportunities for students, scholars and teachers to come to the U.S. - Four Kinds of Financial Aid
Assistantships, scholarships, fellowships and grants are explained in part 22 of our Foreign Student Series. - Web Redefines the College Visit
Using the Internet to explore American schools is the subject of part 23 of our Foreign Student Series. - Grading Grades
In part 24 of our Foreign Student Series, we discuss evaluation systems at colleges and universities. - High Marks Just for Trying?
We continue our discussion of college grades in part 25 of our Foreign Student Series. - Helping Foreign Students Feel at Home
A college or university's international student office is a good place to start getting to know a school and the country. Part 26 of our Foreign Student Series. - Where To Live?
Housing policies differ from school to school. Part 27 of our Foreign Student Series. - Alcohol on Campus
Policies on drinking differ from college to college in the U.S. Part 28 of our Foreign Student Series. - Coming to Terms With Academic Titles
A guide to teaching positions in week 29 of our Foreign Student Series. - How to Avoid Being Accused of Plagiarism
We explain this intellectual offense in week 30 of our Foreign Student Series. - Beware of Essay Mills
We continue our discussion of plagiarism in Part 31 of our Foreign Student Series. - Writing College Papers
Writing college papers is the subject of Part 32 in our Foreign Student Series. - Growing Interest in Agriculture?
The area of study with the fewest international students had a big increase during the last school year. Part 33 of our Foreign Student Series. - Studying at an American University, Just Not in the US
Foreign campuses are the subject of part 34 in our Foreign Student Series. - A Lesson in Personal Finance
How much spending money should students budget for? Part 35 of our Foreign Student Series. - Getting a Military Education
Each of the Defense Department academies can have up to 60 international students. Part 37 of our Foreign Student Series. - Science Students Are Promised No More Visa Delays
The State Department sets a goal of two weeks' processing time for security clearances. Part 38 of our Foreign Student Series. - The Job Market
Employers are hiring fewer college graduates and fewer interns because of the recession. Part 40 of our Foreign Student Series. - Foreign Graduates and Jobs
An employment offer is needed to get an H-1B visa, but economic conditions may limit opportunities. Part 41 of our Foreign Student Series. - From 'In Loco Parentis' to 'Partnership'
Colleges used to act as substitute parents, until students and courts turned against that idea. Now, schools are forming a new relationship with the real parents. Part 42 of our Foreign Student Series. - Reviewing the Steps
We complete our Foreign Student Series.