2016-08-30 In Michigan City, College Is Free for Many High School Graduates
Emily Olivares was surprised when a friend told her she is $50,000 in debt after paying for four years of college. “I almost had a heart attack,” Olivares said. “That’s…
2017-01-14 For Poor Students, Getting into College Is Harder Than It Seems
Many people believe a college education can help any hard working person. But not everyone is able to attend a college or university. One common barrier is money. The College…
2016-05-07 Fewer US Students Are Ready for College
Fewer high school students in the United States were ready for college in 2015, say recent test results. Only 37 per cent of seniors scored at or above proficiency level…
2008-09-25 Foreign Student Series – 03. College, University or Institute?
This is the VOA Special English Education Report. Americans use the term “college students” to mean students either in colleges or universities. Not only that, Americans almost never say “going…
2006-09-21 Foreign Student Series – 03. Choosing Between a College or a University
This is the VOA Special English Education Report. What is the difference between a college and a university? This is the subject of part three in our series for students…
2005-04-28 Foreign Student Series – 34. For Blind Students, College Means Learning to Help Themselves
I’m Gwen Outen with the VOA Special English Education Report. We continue our reports for students around the world who want to attend college in the United States. This week,…