The two graduate degrees offered in the United States are the master's degree and the doctoral degree; both involve a combination of research and coursework. Graduate education differs from undergraduate education in that it offers a greater depth of training, with increased specialization and intensity of instruction. Study and learning are more self-directed at the graduate level than at the undergraduate level.

Graduate courses assume that students are well-prepared in the basic elements of their field of study. Depending on the subject, courses may be quite formal, consisting primarily of lecture presentations by faculty members, or they may be relatively informal, placing emphasis on discussion and exchange of ideas among faculty and students. Seminars involve smaller groups of students than lecture courses, and students may be required to make presentations as well as participate in discussions. Class participation, research papers, and examinations are all important.

Degree requirements are stated in terms of "credits" (sometimes called "units" or "hours"), and each course usually earns three or four credits, generally reflecting the number of hours spent in the classroom and the amount of other work involved. A student will usually accumulate 24 credits per academic year if the university operates on a traditional two-semester system.

Master's Degrees
The master's degree is designed to provide additional education or training in the student's specialized branch of knowledge, well beyond the level of baccalaureate study. Master's degrees are offered in many different fields, and there are two main types of programs: academic and professional.

Academic Master's: The master of arts (M.A.) and master of science (M.S.) degrees are usually awarded in the traditional arts, sciences, and humanities disciplines. The M.S. is also awarded in technical fields such as engineering and agriculture. Original research, research methodology, and field investigation are emphasized. These programs usually require the completion of between 30 and 60 credit hours and could reasonably be completed in one or two academic years of full-time study. They may lead directly to the doctoral level. (See "Important Difference" below.)

Many master's programs offer a thesis and a non-thesis option. The degree is the same in both cases, but the academic requirements are slightly different. Students in non-thesis programs usually take more coursework in place of researching and writing a thesis, and they take a written comprehensive examination after all coursework is completed. Students in degree programs that include a thesis component generally take a comprehensive examination that is an oral exam covering both coursework and their thesis.

Professional Master's: These degree programs are designed to lead the student from the first degree to a particular profession. Professional master's degrees are most often "terminal" master's programs, meaning that they do not lead to doctoral programs. Such master's degrees are often designated by specific descriptive titles, such as master of business administration (M.B.A.), master of social work (M.S.W.), master of education (M.Ed.), or master of fine arts (M.F.A.). Other subjects of professional master's programs include journalism, international relations, architecture, and urban planning. Professional master's degrees are oriented more toward direct application of knowledge than toward original research. They are more structured than academic degree programs, and often require that every student take a similar or identical program of study that lasts from one to three years, depending on the institution and the field of study.

Professional degree programs usually require completion of between 36 and 48 units (one to two years of full-time study), and usually do not offer a thesis option. They do not always require that the bachelor's degree be in a specific field, but they may recommend a certain amount of prior study or coursework in the subject area.

Important Difference: One main difference between master's programs is whether or not they are designed for students who intend to continue toward a doctoral degree. Those that specifically do not lead into doctoral programs are known as terminal master's programs. Most professional master's degrees fall under this category. Credits earned in terminal master's programs may or may not be transferable or applicable in case you decide to continue toward a doctoral degree later on.

Some institutions restrict admission to certain departments solely to potential doctoral candidates, although they may award a terminal master's degree to students who complete a certain level of coursework but do not go on to their doctoral work. Other departments require a master's degree as part of the requirements for admission to their doctoral program.

Since policies vary from institution to institution and within various departments of each institution, it is best to check directly with individual graduate departments to determine the structure and admissions policies for their master's and doctoral candidates.

Doctoral Degrees
The doctoral degree is designed to train research scholars and, in many cases, future college and university faculty members. Receipt of a doctoral degree certifies that the student has demonstrated capacity as a trained research scholar in a specific discipline.

At the doctoral level, the Ph.D. (doctor of philosophy) is the most common degree awarded in academic disciplines. Other doctoral degrees are awarded primarily in professional fields, such as education (Ed.D. or doctor of education) and business administration (D.B.A. or doctor of business administration). Doctoral programs involve advanced coursework, seminars, and the writing of a dissertation that describes the student's own original research, completed under the supervision of a faculty adviser.

A comprehensive examination is given, usually after three to five years of study and completion of all coursework, and when the student and adviser agree that the student is ready. This exam is designed to test the student's ability to use knowledge gained through courses and independent study in a creative and original way. Students must demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of their chosen field of study. Successful completion of this examination marks the end of the student's coursework and the beginning of concentration on research.

The Ph.D. degree is awarded to those students who complete an original piece of significant research, write a dissertation describing that research, and successfully defend their work before a panel of faculty members who specialize in the discipline. This may take an additional two to three years. To earn a doctoral degree, therefore, may take anywhere from five to eight years beyond the bachelor's degree, depending on the field of study.

In the U.S, you will find a variety of nontraditional doctoral programs; these programs might have very different types of requirements from the traditional programs. Prospective students should be sure of what is required to enter any program they are considering, and what is required to obtain the degree. This information is usually available from university catalogs and Web sites or directly from individual departments.

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The academic year in the United States generally lasts nine months, from late August or early September until the middle or end of May, and it may be divided into two, three, or four academic terms depending on the institution. If the year is divided into two terms, these are called the fall and spring terms, or "semesters." Short breaks occur during both fall and spring terms, between terms, and on public holidays. An optional summer term is often available and provides the opportunity to continue courses if you wish to accelerate your program.

It is best to start a program in the fall term (beginning in August/September). Many courses must be taken in sequence, and time may be lost in completing the degree if you start in another term. It is also easier to become accustomed to studying in the U.S. and to meet other students in the department if you start at the beginning of the academic year. Lastly, scholarship opportunities may be more readily available to students starting in the fall rather than mid-year.

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"Course load" refers to the number of courses students take each term. The normal course load for a graduate student is three or four courses, which equals approximately nine to 12 credits per term. The U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service requires that international students take a course load that is considered full-time by the institution.

Credit, course load, grading systems, and requirements vary between institutions. Make sure you are aware of the policies of an individual program and institution before you apply.

Grades
American universities employ a system of continual assessment and assign grades for each course taken. Almost everything you do for a class will influence your final grade. Examinations and tests, essays or written assignments, laboratory reports, laboratory or studio work, class attendance, and class participation may all be used to determine your final grade. This means it is essential to keep up with the reading and course work and to attend classes on a regular basis.

Passing grades are typically awarded on a scale of "A" through "D," and "F" indicates a failing grade for a course. An average grade of "B" is usually the minimum required for completion of a graduate degree program. Other grading systems may include a grade-point scale from 0 to 3, 4, or 5; pass/fail; high pass/low pass; or other variations.

The following is a general percentage/letter grade scale for classes taken at U.S. colleges:

100 – 90% = A
89 – 80% = B
79 – 70% = C
69 – 60% = D
59 – 50% = E
49 – 0% = F

What is a GPA?
Each student completes his or her degree with a grade point average (GPA). A cumulative grade point average is the GPA for all courses taken throughout the degree program. Most universities use a GPA scale of 4.0, but a few universities use a scale of 5.0. To work out your GPA, take the numerical value assigned to the letter grade you achieve for each course (typically 4 points for an "A," 3 points for a "B," and so on), then multiply this number by the number of credits each course is worth. Finally, add these numbers together and divide by the total number of credits for all courses. For example:

Letter Grade	Numerical Value	Number of Credits	Total
A	4.0	3	12
B	3.0	3	9
C	2.0	3	6

27 divided by 9 = 3.0 GPA

Most universities will also offer some sort of honors degree. To qualify for an honors degree, you must fulfill additional credits or write an honors thesis; precise details depend upon the university and/or academic department. There may be different levels of honors: summa cum laude, magna cum laude, and cum laude, in descending order of distinction.

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General Information

The Nonimmigrant Visa (NIV) Unit processes the visa applications of Vietnamese nationals and third-country nationals seeking to travel to the U.S. temporarily for business, pleasure, study, or work. Please click here for our customer service statement to all visa applicants.

Visa Inquiries

The Information Team of the Consular Section handles all public inquiries regarding both nonimmigrant and immigrant visa information. For contact information and hours of operation, please click here.

Visa Processing Times

The average processing time is 2 business days. If approved for a visa, applicants usually receive their visas the next business day. All applicants should be aware that the time given above is an average, and that the processing time of a specific case can vary based on individual circumstances and other special requirements.

Because of increasing demand for visa appointments and increased processing requirements and times, we advise all applicants to apply well in advance of their anticipated travel dates. For the latest visa appointment wait times, please visit the Department of State website at http://travel.state.gov/visa/temp/wait/tempvisitors_wait.php.

Fees and Forms

Before the visa interview, each applicant must show a valid passport and pay the non-refundable application fee of $131 in cash (only US dollars accepted) at the Citibank office located at Sun Wah Tower, Ground floor, 115 Nguyen Hue Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. Citibank is open from 8:30 – 11:30 in the morning and 1:00 – 3:30 in the afternoon, Monday through Friday.

In addition to the visa application fee, student (F/M) and exchange visitors (J1) must also pay an extra fee called a SEVIS (Student Exchange Visitor Information System) fee. As of October 27, 2008, the SEVIS was increased to $200 for new I-20 SEVIS forms for students and to $180 for exchange visitors. Additional information about SEVIS fee procedures is available on the U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (USICE) website at http://www.ice.gov/sevis/i901/index.htm.

All application forms are provided free of charge from the Consulate or Citibank offices, as well as electronically on the Consulate website. Please note that all applicants must use the electronic version of the DS-156 nonimmigrant visa application form and print out the completed application on a laser-jet printer. For more information about the forms, please click here.

Application for Expedited Visa Interview

To request an earlier interview date, you must first schedule a visa appointment online. Once you have obtained an appointment, please complete the Application for Expedited Visa Interview and fax it to our office at (08) 3520 4232. Do NOT call or walk-in to request an expedited visa interview. Send requests by fax only. If your expedited visa request is approved, we will fax you back a confirmation that you can present for an interview on any regular business day.

If you are the holder of the APEC Business Travel Card (ABTC), you are entitled to an expedited appointment. You will need to follow the procedures above to request an expedited visa appointment; be sure to note on the application form that you hold an ABTC card.

Important Notices

Please keep in mind that your signature on any visa application form is your guarantee that all information you provide is true and correct. You are personally and legally responsible, even if a travel agent or someone else prepares documents for you. Any fraudulent documents or misleading statements may result in your permanent ineligibility for any future visa.

You are not allowed to bring electronic devices, including mobile telephones, into the Consulate General. We regret any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your cooperation.

As is standard practice around the world, we do not permit third parties to attend nonimmigrant visa interviews. This rule also applies to third parties who are American Citizens or Lawful Permanent Residents. If a third party has an interest in your case, please have them write a letter stating their interest and bring it to your interview. Minors may only be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Your interview can be conducted in Vietnamese or in English, as you prefer.

No assurance regarding the issuance of visas can be given in advance. Please do not make any binding travel plans until you have received your visa.

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Tuition
Language courses: USD 130 – 300/ week
Secondary: USD 8,000 – 30,000/ annual
Undergraduate: USD 4,000 – 40,000/ annual
Postgraduate: >USD 20,000/ annual

Living costs: USD 10,000 – 12,000/ annual

Note: all information is just estimated. Your actual expenditure will vary depending on schools and the type of accommodation you choose and your lifestyle.

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The programme is designed for high school students. Exchange students will be living in an host family, studying in a public high school.
If you are selected for the programme, you are entitled:
» No tuition fee
» Free accommodation and meals in an host family
» Be fluent in a second language
» Living in a new cultural environment
» Making new friends
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REQUIREMENTS
» High school students with the age of 14 or more
» GPA 75%

DESTINATIONS
U.K, America, Australia, Canada, New Zealand,
France, Germany, Japan, China

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Postgraduate Education involves studying for degree or other qualifications for which a first or bachelor’s degree is required.
The organization and structure of postgraduate education is very different in different countries, and also in different institutions within countries.

TYPES OF POSTGRADUATE QUALIFICATION
Graduate Certificate/ Graduate Diploma
Graduate Certificates and Graduate Diplomas are generally designed for specific vocational purposes, either for broadening of skills and knowledge already gained in an undergraduate program, or for vocational skills and knowledge in a new professional area.

Length of study: 6 months/1 year, full time

Academic entrance requirements: Bachelor Degree; or Advanced Diploma, and/or relevant employment experience.

Masters
The Master Degree involves enhancing specific provides a mastery of a relevant field of study or area of professional practice.

Various options for a Master Degree include:

The course work Master Degree program, which comprises of course work, project work and research in varying combinations, with entry from Bachelor or Bachelor Honours Degree or a Graduate Diploma.

The research based Master Degree program, which comprises of at least two-thirds research with a substantial, often externally assessed thesis outcome. Minimum admission requirement is a Bachelor Honours Degree or Masters preliminary year, a research-based Graduate Diploma or equivalent research experience.

The professional Master Degree program involves a work-based project, with entry from a relevant qualification and professional experience, or extensive relevant professional experience.

Length of study: 1 - 2 years, full time.

Academic entrance requirements: 3 year Bachelor Degree; or Combined Bachelor Degree; or Bachelor Degree with Honours; or Graduate Diploma; and/or relevant employment experience

Doctoral Degree
The Ph.D, or Doctoral Degree is the highest award offered by Australian universities. It recognizes a substantial original contribution to knowledge in the form of new knowledge or significant and original adaptation, application and interpretation of existing knowledge.

There is a choice of either a Research Doctorate, which is primarily achieved through supervised research, with entry from a research or part-research Masters Degree, or a Bachelor Honours Degree (First or Second Class, upper division), or a Professional Doctorate, which may be undertaken through varying combinations of course work and research. The latter requires significant professional practice, either prior to, or during the program.

Length of study: 3 - 4 years, full time.

Academic entrance requirements: Master Degree; and/or relevant employment experience in field of study.

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Undergraduate programs
Undergraduate education is the level following the completion of a school providing a secondary education. Colleges, Universities, Institution of Technology and Polytechnics are the main institutions that provide undergraduates programs for.

Associate Degree
An Associate Degree is a two year An Associate Degree is a two year qualification following year 12 or equivalent. It is a shorter higher education qualification offering an exit point at the sub-degree level, or a fully articulated pathway into the Bachelor Degree for further in-depth study and professional preparation, or articulation into an Advanced Diploma for specialist industry competencies.

This study emphasises the foundational, research-based knowledge of an academic discipline, is broad-based in conceptual and theoretical content, often multi-disciplinary and develops generic employment-related skills within these discipline(s).

Diploma in Business & Management in United Kingdom
University Transfer Program

University Transfer Programs are offered through colleges and technical institutes that have agreements or relationships with universities. These determine which of the college's programs are transferable to a degree program, where a student may transfer to, and which courses will apply towards the degree. Students can choose from a wide selection of University Transfer programs across Canada, including Business, Commerce, Journalism, Arts, Education, Engineering, Science, and Computer Science. The choice of programs, as well as the universities a student may transfer to, will vary by college.

Students find University Transfers appealing because they offer a chance to enjoy the advantages of a college education: smaller class sizes, greater access to instructors, competitive tuition fees, and a more personal atmosphere.

This may be particularly attractive to international students away from home for the first time, or those for whom English is a second language. Students have a chance to adapt to university-level academics in an intimate environment, before going to university to take the more advanced courses required by their degree. Upon successful completion of the program, they are recognized university graduates.

A recent study reveals that students who arrive at university through a college transfer are equally as successful as those coming straight from high school.

List of colleges which offer University Transfer programs in Canada & USA
» NorQuest College, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
» Camosun College, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
» Capilano College, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
» College of the Rockies, Cranbrook, British Columbia, Canada
» Conestoga College, Ontario, Canada
» Humber Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
» North Seattle Community College, Washington State, USA
» Green River Community College, Washington State, USA
» Mission College, California, USA
» Santa Barbara City College, California, USA
» Houston Community College, Houston, Texas, USA
» Brookhaven Community College, Dallas, Texas, USA
» Bunker Hill Community College, Boston, MA, USA

Bachelor Degree
A bachelor degree is the most traditional degree given by colleges and universities. It normally requires at least three years but not more than five years of full-time college-level coursework. The two most common classes of bachelor degrees awarded by schools are the bachelor of science degree (also called the B.S.) and the bachelor of arts degree (also called the B.A.).

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Secondary education is the stage of education following primary school. Secondary education is generally the final state of compulsory education. The next stage of education is usually college or university.
Secondary education is the stage of education following primary school.

High school completion program in the US & Canada
Program

• Graduate in just 2 years with a Washington State High School Diploma and an Associate of Arts (A.A.) Transfer degree.
• Use your associate degree to transfer to a 3rd year American university
• Perfect for high school students interested in finishing their final high school year in the U.S to save time and money.

For students who are mature and academically motivated at the age of 16 or 17
Some of schools which offer high school completion program:
» Green River Community College, Washington, USA
» North Seattle Community College, Washington, USA
» Edmonds Community College, Washington, USA
» Seattle Central Community College, Washington, USA
» Durham College, Ontario, Canada
» Capilano College, British Columbia, Canada
» Vancouver Community College, British Columbia, Canada

The International Baccalaureate (IB)
Study for an internationally recognised qualification in preparation for university
The international Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma is an internationally recognized senior high school diploma. It is challenging two year programme of international education, primarily aimed at students aged 16 to 19. Once completed students have a qualification that is widely recognised by leading universities throughout the world.

Who is it for? High school Years 11 or 12 graduates aged 16+
Program Length: 2 years / 6 terms

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Language literacy classes are designed for students who are not yet literate in second languages such as: English, French…. Students work on development of sound/sign correspondence, word and sentence level literacy, pronunciation, simple sentence structure and basic conversation skills. Academic language programmes help students to gain the essential tools to succeed in major while achieving a solid understanding of its principles & terms in marketing, business, communication, arts, history or engineering…

English courses which are offered in the U.S, U.K, Australia, Canada:
» General English
» Intensive English
» Exams preparations: IELTS, TOEFL, TOEIC, Cambridge…
» Business English
» English in Information Technology
» English in Tourism & Hotel
» English in communication
» English in health science

Course duration: 2- 52 weeks
Starting date: Every mondays

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American education offers a rich field of choices for the international student. From abroad, and even from within the U.S.A., there is such an array of institutions, programs and locations that the choices may overwhelm the student. To simplify the choices, a student must carefully study how each program and location can fulfill the student's goals. In order to make informed decisions, a student will need to know how the U.S. education system is organized.

Let's start by examining the educational structure.

Most Americans attend twelve years of primary and secondary school. With a secondary school ("high school") diploma or certificate, a student can enter college, university, vocational (job training) school, secretarial school, and other professional schools.

Primary and Secondary School: Begins around age six for U.S. children. They attend five or six years of primary school. Next they go to secondary school, which consists of either two three- year programs or a three-year and a four-year program. These are called "middle school" or "junior high school" and "senior high school" (often just called "high school"). Americans call these twelve years of primary and secondary school the first through twelfth "grades."

Higher Education: After finishing high school (twelfth grade), U.S. students may go on to college or university. College or university study is known as "higher education." You should find out which level of education in your country corresponds to the twelfth grade in the U.S.A. You also should ask your educational advisor or guidance counselor whether you must spend an extra year or two preparing for U.S. admission. In some countries, employers and the government do not recognize a U.S. education if a student entered a U.S. college or university before he or she could enter university at home.

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Towson University is the largest university in Baltimore and second rank in Maryland. Established in 1966, Towson university is recognized in the large scale of federation in preeminent training program in some fields such as: science and arts, communication, business, medical, education, art and computer science. Besides Towson provides more than 100 the program of Bachelor, master and doctorate.

Located out side of Towson urban, with the gigantic landscape, puralbe enviornemt, Towson build up the favourite studying enviornement along with various living conditions in the campus. Student has many favourale advantages to approach the equipments as well as other resources supporting for community.

Towson University always creat favourable opportunities to help student get in touch with lecturers and creat the environment to encourage the individual to explore and develop. Lecturers in Towson are much more experienced, dynamic and friendly.

With beautiful landscape, friendly people and high quality education, there are hundred thousand of student come from over 100 countries to choose studying here.

Intake

Autumn course	15 weeks	Beginning the end of August and finishing among Ocotber
Spring course	15 weeks	Beginning the end of January and finishing among May
Summer course	10 weeks	Beginning the end of May and finishing among August

Tuition fees Towson

Towson University sponsors many scholarship policies for international student. However, this scholarship will base on the academic sheet and some requirements of IELTS score and TOEFL scores met by Towson.

Spring tuition fee

Tution15 weeks and 6 classes	$ 3,600.00
Activity fee	$ 125.00
Living fees	$ 3,765.00 (Including the material fees)
Total fees per semester	$ 7,300.00
Insurance fee (obligation)	Nearly $ 470

Summer tuition fee

Tution10 weeks and 4classes	$ 3,200.00
Activity fee	$ 125.00
Living fees	$ 2,800.00 (includes textbooks)
Total fees per semester	$ 5,855.00
Insurance fee (obligation)	$ 450

Training majors including:

Finance and accounting

Information Technology

Business management

Human management

Medical science

Musical art

Sculpture arts

Multi media and Marketing

Graphics design

Sculpture and printing art

Lving and transportation

There are many choices for student to live in dormintory or apartment with reasonable expenses. Public transportation systems is available in the campus. Towson is safety and friendly community with some services conveniently to shopping, library and entertainment.

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GRE.ORG - Graduate Record Examinations
The official site for the GRE examination used for entrance into graduate level programs in the USA.

TOEFL - Official Site
The official web site for the TOEFL test.

How to Prepare for the TOEFL with CD-ROM
Students getting ready to take the Test of English as a Foreign Language will find comprehensive preparation from Barron's. The manual presents eight full-length model TOEFL exams that reflect the current computer-based TOEFL

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Toefl Workbook
Kaplan's TOEFL Exam Workbook with 3 Audio CDs provides practice for the TOEFL exam and a complete review of all the material on both the paper-based and computer-based TOEFL exam.

Free ESL .Net
Welcome to Free ESL .Net ! Free ESL Net, based in Canada, is one of the free TOEFL resources on the net. With our online-based TOEFL exercises, our TOEFL-writing tips, and other useful information for ESL students. We would like to help you prepare well for your next TOEFL exam. Good Luck!

American Language Programs
(Campbell, California) The TOEFL course focuses on the language skills and test taking skills that are needed for taking and passing the TOEFL exam.

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Thoreau Language Institute
(Boston, Massachusetts ) Our TOEFL instructors are specialists in the program and they will prepare you to achieve high scores in tests taken under pressure. Instructors will administer mini-TOEFL tests. This process allows the instructor to identify your problem areas, concentrate on those areas, and help you to achieve success as quickly as possible.

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UC Berkeley Extension
(San Francisco, Berkeley, California) While all English Language Program courses improve general communication skills, many courses emphasize business or academic English. Some courses include specialized classes in TOEFL preparation, business writing and English skills for universities. Other courses emphasize American culture or combine English studies with sports instruction. Educational field trips and lectures by Bay Area professional are also important features of the English Language Program.

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Film Studies in the USA

American Film Institute (Multiple Locations) Chapman University (Orange, California) New York University (New York, New York) Indiana University, Bloomington (Bloomington, Indiana)

Law Schools in the USA

Golden Gate University - School of Law (San Francisco, California) Loyola Marymount University - Law School (Los Angeles, California) New York University - School of Law (New York, New York) Pace University - School of Law (New York)

MBA Programs in the USA

Monterey Institute of International Studies (Monterey, California) The Fisher School's MBA Program is unique. We consider each student's background and career interests in designing his or her course of study. For example, students with previous academic background in business may complete the Advanced Entry MBA in one year. Students with little or no previous business experience complete the Two-Year MBA - the first year focusing on core business skills, the second year on specific areas of interest. Other students may design their program around an assignment in the Peace Corps. Clarkson University (Potsdam, New York) We offer a one-year MBA or MSMS graduate business program providing students have met all the business foundation requirements. Tracks within our MBA are General MBA, Global Supply Chain Management, Operations and International Competitiveness or Innovation and New Venture Management. Our application deadline is rolling. University of Bridgeport - MBA (Bridgeport, Connecticut) The Bridgeport MBA program emphasizes the management skills and includes a mixture of lecture, case study, and experiential learning in developing leaders in business industry and government with an international focus. It taps the resources of the corporate laboratory in which the school is located, through cooperative education placements and internships. Babson College - MBA (Babson Park, Massachussetts) The F.W. Olin Graduate School of Business at Babson College continues to gain worldwide recognition for its innovative curriculum. The quality of incoming MBA students has soared, the Evening MBA program has been rated in the top ten nationally by U.S. News & World Report, the career placement and internship opportunities continue to rise, and for the fifth consecutive year, U.S. News & World Report has named Babson as the top entrepreneurship program. Our admitted students rate us "excellent" on access to faculty, areas of specialization, program structure, international study, field-based programs, and team-based learning. Arizona State University - MBA (Tempe, Arizona) The Arizona State University College of Business promotes interdisciplinary research activities that provide the basis for intellectual growth of faculty and graduate students and, at the same time, offer innovative solutions to business problems. The academic programs of the College are international in scope, entrepreneurial in approach, interactive with the business community and responsive to the social, economic, and technological changes that shape the business environment. University of the Pacific - MBA (Stockton, California) The MBA program at the University of the Pacific is committed to the cultivation of the leadership skills and innovative spirit of our students.The program teaches these skills necessary for effective mangement in the 21st century through a unique curriculum focusing on leadership development and innovation. The dedicated faculty, integrated curriculum, and small class sizes offer students an excellent opportunity to learn and to grow.

Graduate Nursing Programs in the USA

California State University, Long Beach (Long Beach, California) Pace University - Leinhard School of Nursing (New York City and Pleasantville New York)) Indiana University, Bloomington (Bloomington, Indiana)

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Experience America LLC
(San Francisco, Bay Area, California) We will find you an internship with a company in the San Francisco Bay Area. Internships are non-paid, but the experience is worth the investment. We personalize the search to fit your academic background and work experience. We also arrange your housing, provide airport pick-up, escort you on the first day or work, and present you with a Certificate of Completion. You can apply on-line at our web site.

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INTRAX Internship Programs
(San Francisco, California)

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San Francisco Internship Connection
(San Francisco, California)

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Golden Gate Homestay
(San Francisco, California) After hosting our first international students over ten years ago, our family at Golden Gate Homestay has continued to provide a quality homestay experience, that is both safe and affordable for the many students and professionals that have come to our home from all over the world. We are located in the Mission District of San Francisco, just blocks away from all public transportation and ten minutes away from down town San Francisco via BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit).

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World Homestay Friends
(Seoul, Korea) A directory of people and families in the USA offering homestays directly to students and visitors.

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UAH Pty Ltd
(Multiple Locations) Teacher In The Homestay, is learning English confidently because it is one on one lessons in your own personal qualified teacher's homestay. Learn English at your own pace and level. Be totally immersed in English, you live in your own teacher's home and join in family life.

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Just Like Home International Homestay Placement
(Silver Spring, Maryland) We provide quality and affordable Homestays for adult students and business professionals studying in Washington D.C., Maryland and Virginia. Our pre-qualified host families live in safe neighborhoods and are committed to helping visitors improve their English language skills. We offer a variety of Homestay options.

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New York Accommodations Centre
(New York City) New York Accommodations Centre is a premier housing placement service for domestic and international travelers and student visitors. We place fellows, students, businessmen, businesswomen, interns, medical students, groups and all travelers with housing needs.

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Happy Family Homestay
(Rancho Cucamonga, CA) Welcome to Happy Family Homestay in Southern California. The Ng family is offering an introduction to American culture in the beautiful city of Rancho Cucamonga. We guarantee that you will have a wonderful time while learning to improve your English skills. We hope you will gain a great deal from you experience with us. Our family invites you to be a part of us.

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International Housing Placement Service
IHPS is a premier International Housing placement service for international students and visitors. IHPS can arrange for Housing in a private room with a local host family while you pursue your studies in the USA. Our main office is located in Pasadena, CAlifornia which is about eleven miles from Los Angeles. We have Housing Coordinators for each major city ready to assist students and visitors with their Homestays.

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Live in Languages
(Seattle area) English tution in the home of a qualified teacher on the West Coast of the USA.

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Sara's New York Homestay LLC
(New York City) Sara's New York Homestay has over 200 homestay families for short and longer term all over the New York metropolitan area. All neighborhoods covered. Great family atmosphere and 24/7 assistance.

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Homestay Florida
(Punta Gorda, Florida) Daily English lessons, clean furnished bedrooms and a safe beautiful environment near the beach.

Homestay USA
(Santa Barbara, California) For International Students, Businesspersons, Professionals Everyone wanting to improve American English Conversation

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Homestay International
(Orlando, Florida) Since 1993 Homestay International has provided high quality homestay programs for hundreds of Japanese students and young adults. Features include volunteer host families, sightseeing at Disney World, Universal Studios, Sea World, Islands of Adventure, fun activities and shopping, English classes and activities with American college students. American and Japanese staff are ready to help you have a great experience. Many participants decide to come on this program again since they have such a good experience.

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Homestay DC - Serving Washington DC, Maryland & Virginia
(Washington DC, Maryland & Virginia) Homestay DC offers reasonably priced housing, pre-approved homes, safe neighborhoods, and a choice of housing options Homestay is a great housing opportunity for international students, interns and business professionals. We have placed more than 2,000 guests from over 75 countries. We are celebrating our 5th year of providing quality homestays 1998-2003. We look forward to hearing from you.

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International Student Placements
(California, Hawaii) International Student Placements (ISP) coordinates host home placements for international students wishing to experience the American way of life and build cross-cultural friendships. ISP has been in business for over ten years and has placed thousands of international students with host families in both Northern and Southern California and Hawaii. Living with a host family enriches the student's experience and allows a first-hand look at American culture and customs.

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AFS Summer Homestay Programs
(Multiple Locations)

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Hawaii Homestay
(Hawaii)

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AEC Homestay in California
(California)

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Council's Educational Homestays Program
(Multiple Locations)

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Beamsley Homestay Riverside, California
(Riverside, California) We offer safe, low-cost room & board for international students in Riverside, California. Centrally located to all Southern California tourist attractions.

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Homestay Orlando
(Orlando, Florida) We work in cooperation with local Japanese Churches in Japan. As a ministry, we keep the cost to a minimum. Also, in cooperation with local missionaries in Japan, we can sometimes offer our Homestay Program at a very low cost to Japanese students and or families who normally couldn't afford to come to America. We offer one, two, three and four week custom programs. During their stay they may visit many of the Orlando Theme Parks and Area Attractions. We also have Conversational English Classes. Weekends are always kept free for the Host families activities.

International Housing Placement Service
(Pasadena, California) We provide safe, quality and economical homestays for international students in the Southern California area.

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Drexel e-Learning
(Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) Provides online degree programs for working professionals in nursing, business, engineering, information sciences, and teaching.

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University of Phoenix Online
(online programs) Whether you are looking to finish your degree, advance your career or start a new one, the University of Phoenix Online offers bachelor's, master's and doctoral programs specifically designed for busy professionals who need to balance work, family, AND an education

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LiveFire Labs - Hands-On e-Learning
Learn advanced computer topics by performing hands-on exercises on our lab servers from any Internet-connected computer. Courses developed by experienced technology professionals. Test-drive our sample course.

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AMBER UNIVERSITY
(Garland, Texas)

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Golden Gate University - Cyber Campus
(San Francisco, California)

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City University - Distance Learning
(Bellevue, Washington)

Golden Gate University - Cyber Campus
(San Francisco, California) Golden Gate University's CyberCampus offers online courses that allow students to earn full degrees, professional certificates, update their skills, or accelerate the completion of degree programs without the inconvenience and expense of commuting to class. Students can apply, register, attend class, and interact with their professors and fellow students without ever setting foot on campus. All this can now be done from home or office in either a Windows or Macintosh environment.

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City University - Distance Learning
(Bellevue, Washington) The Distance Learning option makes most of City University's degree and certificate programs available through traditional correspondence and electronically through the World Wide Web. Students who choose the electronic distance learning option must have an email address, a computer with CD-ROM reading capability, a modem and internet access. Electronic distance learning students receive information by logging on to City University's Online Instructional Center. The university requires that each course be completed within a 20-week term if the student is studying outside of North America.

City University - Distance Learning
(Bellevue, Washington) The Distance Learning option makes most of City University's degree and certificate programs available through traditional correspondence and electronically through the World Wide Web. Students who choose the electronic distance learning option must have an email address, a computer with CD-ROM reading capability, a modem and internet access. Electronic distance learning students receive information by logging on to City University's Online Instructional Center. The university requires that each course be completed within a 20-week term if the student is studying outside of North America.

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Faulkner State College
(Gulf Shores, Alabama) The Hotel/Restaurant Management program at Faulkner State provides educated and trained individuals for hospitality management positions along the Gulf Coast of Florida, Alabama, and Mississippi. The program offers students real-life experiences through paid internships with more than 100 companies. The program boasts a 98% placement rate for graduates.

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Tampa Bay Institute of Culinary Arts Management
(Tampa, Florida) The Culinary Program will prepare you for employment as a manager of restaurants, kitchens, bars, catering agency or a fast food service. An option gives you skills you will need to be employed as a cook or chef. The program is transferable to any Florida University for further studies for bachelor or master degree in Culinary Management.

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American Academy of Aeronautics
(Sacramento, San Jose, California) Career pilot training part 141 approved Global aviation degree program The largest training facility in the US On campus housing Job placement program Federal funding Internship program Large factory new airplane fleet, Equipped with GPS, Moving maps & auto-pilot, Advance cockpit training part 125 Next generation cockpit training B737 Multi-engine training in C310 Turbine transition B200 FAA recurrent training Category and class training

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Wright Flyers Academy
(San Antonio, Texas) Wright Flyers Academy is San Antonio's premier flight school and Global Aviation Degree Center. Wright Flyers, established in 1982, is also San Antonio's Cessna Pilot Center. San Antonio, Texas is known for it's excellent year-round climate, rich aviation history and reasonable cost of living. And training alongside airliners, corporate jets and military aircraft in San Antonio International's active Class C airspace gives you the experience and confidence to fly anywhere in the world. Our career training program can lead to a first officer position with a regional airline or scheduled air freight operator in as little as 14 months. And thanks to UVSC's Internet-based college degree program, you can earn an accredited Associates or Bachelors degree at your convenience while paying in-state tuition rates.

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Pan Am International Flight Academy
(Ft. Pierce, Florida and Phoenix, Arizona) Pan Am International Flight Academy provides professional flight and simulation training, including career pilot programs, business aviation and airline crew training. FAA and JAA programs, financing, visas, housing.

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Executive Flyers, Inc
(Sacramento, California) Pilot training from private license to ATP. Single and multi-engine aircraft. FAR 141. VA approved. Same location since 1980. Excellent maintenance. Friendly, experienced instructors.

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Wings International
(San Jose, California) Professional flight training academy to be an airline pilot. FAA 141 approved. Located in the San Francisco Bay Area of California. Excellent weather through out the year.

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MasterCFI, Flight Training Wing
(san jose, bay area california) Professional ground and flight training for private, instrument, commercial, flight instructor, cfi, cfii and mei, single and multi engine airplane. International students welcome.

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GG-PILOT Flight Training Information System
GG-PILOT provides Professional Information and Services for Student and Career Pilots looking for Airline and Helicopter Flight Training in America.

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International Flight Center
(San Antonio, Texas) Stop Dreaming and Start Fying at International Flight Center. Private Pilot through ATP. Conveniently located at San Antonio International Airport, San Antonio, Texas.

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AirRudder Aviation LLC
(San Jose, Califormia) Professional flight instruction in California. Flight instructors focused to provide quality individualized instruction and guaranteed pilot programs to military IFT candidates, student, private, instrument and commercial pilots.

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Russell Aviation L.L.C.
(Buena Vista, Colorado) Our accelerated 18-day Private Pilot or our 9-day CFI course is the adventure of a lifetime. You are the pilots and you seek a bit of adventure and are eager to explore new territory. Your instructor/guide becomes your trusted friend, providing local information, history, and technical help throughout your flight training. In only a few days you could be a Certified Private Pilot or Certified Flight Instructor. Training stops include Aspen and Leadville (highest airport in North America) You will also be trained in mountain and canyon flying during your flight training. Non US students need to apply at least 2 months before perfered training date.

Pelican Flight Training Center
(Pembroke Pines, Florida) Pelican FTC is a FAA 141 approved flight training organization and accredited by ACCSCT. Our Professional Pilot Diploma Program offers you the opportunity to build experience in the USA as a Flight Instructor on our J1 Visa.

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Guaranteed Flight Training
(San Diego California) San Diego based flight training business offering all levels of instruction, pilot training and scenic flights. We have a professional consulting service for flight schools and financing is available. Guaranteed Flight Training has a fly for free training agreement.

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Shenandoah Aviation Services
(Weyers Cave, Virginia) Learn to fly in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. Private pilot to Commersial Airline Transport ratings offered. Financing and housing available.

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Sunstate Aviation
(Kissimmee, Florida) Offering accelerated pilot training for Private Pilot through Airline Transport Pilot. Cessna Pilot Center located in central Florida.

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Pinnacle Flight Academy
(Bethany, Oklahoma) Pinnacle Flight Academy is a FAA part 141 and 61 professional flight training school offering Private through ATP courses at competitive rates. We also offer aircraft rental and courses tailored to your specific needs. Contact us today to find out how we can help your dreams become a reality.

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A.T.C. Flight Training Center
(Ft. Washington, MD Washington DC) Located 10 miles from our nations capitol. One of the few groups of pilots allowed to fly and train in this airspace

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Royal Aviation
(Santa Ana, Ca/ Orange County Airport) Flight training and rental aircraft availible at Orange County Airport.

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Sky Ark Inc.
(Buena Vista, Colorado) Here is a unique chance for you to not only build multi engine flight time, but to help save animals and to help people. Any rating or career-oriented person knows the pressure and difficulty involved in trying to build flight time. If you're just getting started, or if you have agonized over building time, Sky Ark can provide you with a fun way to achieve your goals. This program is designed to provide an atmosphere of helping, learning and giving

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Blue Sky Aviation
(Venice, Florida) Personalized flight training offered since 1997 in beautiful and historical Venice Florida. We are located right by the beach offering a scenic setting to enhance your flight training.

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SimCenter-Carolina, LLC
(Charlotte, NC) SimCenter-Carolina is a FAR 142 Training Center offering First Officer Programs and type-ratings.

Squadron 2 Flying Club
(San Jose, Ca) Complete Flight Training from basic to Airline Transport Rating. Instrument - Rotorcraft. We use the stable S300C with a govenor. Turbine transitions available. Housing Available.

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Florida Aviation Academy
(Pompano Beach, Florida) Based out of Pompano Airpark in Greater Ft. Lauderdale, Florida Aviation Academy is a FAA Part 141 Professional Pilot Training school offering accelerated courses from Private Pilot to Air Transport Pilot in one of the most modern facilities in South Florida.

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Aviation West Flight School, Inc.
(Long Beach, CA ) Aviation West offers professional quality flight training for career minded individuals. Our programs are designed to allow students to pursue their Professional Pilot career path from the Private Pilot certificate to the Airline Transport Pilot certificate.

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Airman Flight School
(Norman, Oklahoma) Full Service,flight training academy with flat rate pricing. Frequent start dates,Key Loans and Sallie Mae loans available. Approved for Veterans Benefits; Laser Grade Testing Center; Cessna Pilot Center. We offer packages for our courses, that allow the student a discount for multiple courses. Self-examining authority for most courses.

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Seattle Flight, Inc.
(Seattle, Washington) All-inclusive training courses with a guaranteed check-ride pass. Get actual IFR experience. Professional pilot and turbine SIC programs.

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Russell Aviation
(Denver, Salida and Buena Vista Colorado) Enjoy getting your accelerated private pilot training in 18 days in colorful Colorado. We also provide mountain flight training in our private course. You will train at some of the most beautiful aiports in the country, including Leadville, Aspen and other resort towns.

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Mid-Atlantic Helicopter Services
(Charlotte, North Carolina) Helicopter Flight Training in North Carolina. We offer training through professional Flight Instructor.

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Sky Walk, Inc.
(Sacramento, California) Sky Walk, Inc. is authorized under Federal law to enroll non-immigrant foreign students. Come fly with us.

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Pittsburgh Flight Training Center
(Pittsburgh, PA) PFTC the oldest flight trainning school in the Pittsburgh, PA area. Offering training under part 141 and part 61.

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American School of Aviation
(san jose) Professional flight training school of all FAA pilot certificates. Private, instrument, commercial, CFI, CFII, MEI, multi rating etc

Falcon Flight Center LLC
(Daytona Beach, Florida) Flight Training Aircraft Rental Aircraft Sales in Daytona Beach and Sanford Florida

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Skyline Aviation, Inc.
(San Angelo, Texas) Offers beginning through advanced flight instruction in a variety of aircraft. Private through Airline Transport Pilot.

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Helicopter Adventures, Inc.
(Space Coast Regional Airport, Titusville, Florida) Helicopter training courses for Private, Instrument, Commercial, Flight Instructor and Instrument Instructor ratings. External load and mountain courses too. FAA and JAA approved.

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MVP Aero Academy
(Houston, Texas) MVP Aero Academy offers flight training from private through ATP for both US and International Students. Conversions and time-building also available.

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Mazzei Flying Service
(Fresno, California) Personalized professional pilot training in sunny California. Over 50 fixed & rotary wing course options: Ab initio thru ATP & all CFI ratings. FAA Part 141 examining authority. CFI internship Career Prep Program. Approved for Veterans & foreign students.

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Aviation Aspirations
avasp.com's aim is to Guide Students through the process of Choosing a Flight School or a Flying course. Learn how to make the best choice

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Pro Aircraft Flight Training
(Fort Worth, TX) Part 141 approved flight training. Private, Instrument, Commercial Single and Multi, All Instructor Ratings, Airline Transport Pilot. Approved by INS to issue M-1 visas.

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Tomlinson Aviation, Inc.
(Ormond Beach, Florida) Professional Helicopter Flight Training. All Ratings PPL-ATP. Tomlinson Aviation, Inc. offers year-round flight training in Ormond Beach, Florida. By limiting the number of students, Tomlinson Aviation, Inc. is able to provide personal attention and superior training standards that you will not find in the large "pilot mill" operations.

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A & M Aviation, Inc.
(Bolingbrook, Illinois)

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Ahart Aviation, Inc.
(Livermore, California)

Commercial Aviation Corp
(Stow, Ohio) All certificates available. Kent State University Airport.

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Aquila Aviation Services Inc.
(Keystone Heights, Forida) We provide helicopter and fixed wing flight training.

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American Aviation Institute, Inc
(Middletown, RI) AAI is a professional flight training school based in Middleton, RI at the Newport State airport. For more information, please link to our website.

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Dbar Helicopters Flight Training & Lift Support
(Stockton CA ) Helicopter Flight Training in Stockton CA

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Corona Flight Academy
(Corona, California) Corona Flight Academy offers professional flight training from Private Pilot through ATP. We offer student loans and a 4-year Bachelors program through Utah Valley State College's Global Aviation Degree Program.

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Wright Flyers Academy
(San Antonio, Texas) Established in 1982, Wright Flyers is one of the largest and most respected flight schools in the United States. Wright Flyers offers Part 141 and Part 61 professional pilot training at San Antonio International Airport. Wright Flyers accepts VA benefits and is San Antonio's oldest Cessna Pilot Center. College degree programs, B737 Ratings, turbine first officer programs, student financial aid and international student visa applications are also available at Wright Flyers.

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