“The Graduates/Los Graduados”, a Film Showcasing Latino Students Dropouts
In a report Published by PBS Newshour, Latino dropouts testimonies have been put into perspective based on crisis through the eyes of six Latino students. Filmmaker Bernardo Ruiz, showcases extraordinary children stories and used them as a metaphor based on the lives of 6 Latino kids, from different parts of the USA. Ruiz, said, that
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GW Admits That Considers Student’s Financial Need in Their Admission Process
George Washington University admitted publicly last week, that they place students on a waitlist each year if they can not pay GW’s tuition, according to the gwhatchet.com. The controversy arises because their admissions policy states that the University remained need-blind. In a report published by the gwhatchet.com, Associate Provost for Enrollment Management, states that “students who meet
Understanding Which Communities You Belong To
We see a lot of colleges/universities as the “Community” Question – Tell us about a community you belong to and what is your role within it. For those of you in need of answering this question, here is an interesting read on The New York Times referring to this topic. The article defines clients as
- Published in Diversity, EduPlan Recommends Reading About..., Immigration, Jobs
University Presidents Advocate for Immigration Reform
Presidents from various Florida colleges and universities are asking congress to pass an immigration reform that will allow international students to work after completing their advanced degrees. An article posted on WLRN.org states that more than 60 percent of students earning recent doctorates in engineering were non-citizens. The following article was published on September 17,
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Schools that Require SAT Subject Tests
All data provided on this list are current for the 2012-2013 school year. Special circumstances and unusual conditions are indicated wherever known, so please read this list carefully. In all cases, however, be certain to double-check with the school(s) to which you are applying to assure that information on SAT Subject testing is both accurate
Cal State Catastrophe
In case you haven’t heard, Californians can now say good-bye to affordable higher education. Due to drastic state budget cuts, the California State University system is being forced to take measures never before considered in its 51 years of existence. This fine institution, comprised of 23 campuses, has consistently provided low-cost, high-quality education to millions
Cuenta Regresiva para la Universidad
Por Claudine Vainrub, MBA y Principal de EduPlan Llego el momento, su hijo se va a la universidad! Qué momento tan emocionante para la familia! Hay tantas expectativas a lograr, tanta emoción y al mismo tiempo, tantas cosas desconocidas. Compartimos conocimientos y opiniones expertas para apoyar a padres y nuevos alumnos universitarios en lograr una
The Entrepreneurial Immigrant
This is an outstanding article that evaluates business opportunities for Latin American immigrants in the USA by Robert Vainrub PhD, a Senior Fellow at Pino Global Entrepreneurship Center, College of Business Administration at Florida International University. A must read article for immigrants planning to start a business in the USA. Roberto Vainrub PhD Senior
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Free College Money
Are you looking for scholarship money for college and grad school education? Then learning about school endowments can make a difference for you! University and College Endowments allow schools to provide merit and need-based scholarships for admitted students. Here is some information on College Endowments, what they are and the amounts available… University Endowments Endowments
- Published in College Admissions, Immigration, MBA Admissions
Radio Interview on Job Search
Radio Interview to discuss Job Search, Personal Branding, how to differentiate yourself from the competition when looking for jobs! Sorry – only in Spanish! Entrevista radial con Eli Bravo y Claudine Vainrub, Principal de EduPlan, para conversar acerca de la busqueda de trabajo, como diferenciarse de la competencia, Branding Personal y como ser efectivo en
- Published in Diversity, Immigration
CNN interviews EduPlan
Just last week, our Principal, Claudine Vainrub, was invited live to CNN en Español to talk about job search. Here is the interview – sorry, only in Spanish!
- Published in Immigration, Jobs
Study in USA
How to achieve college and graduate admissions as an International Student Applying for a college or university in the United States is a big opportunity for many students from abroad. It’s actually quite exciting because you would be studying in a place so different from your own, which can be a very enriching experience. If
- Published in College Admissions, Diversity, Immigration, MBA Admissions
Immigration law reform á-lá-Bill-Gates
Are tough immigration laws impeding leading corporations from hiring the talent they require to maintain their leading positions? Highly-skilled immigrants have it as hard as ever these days, to legally adjust their status to work in the U.S. Could this have a negative effect in the U.S. economy? Undoubtedly YES! There is a registered shortage
- Published in Diversity, Immigration
H1-B Visas
Now is the best time to start your H1-B Job Search! “Every year – over 80% of H1B job hiring and recruitment takes place between January and April. Get An Advantage – start preparing now to find H1B Jobs before they are released on the open market and your competition increases ten-fold. (…) Due the
- Published in Immigration