Excel at a U.S. Liberal Arts School: University of Richmond
Tue, Jan 24 15:00-17:00
UG: Event hosted by FEAC
Undergraduate Admissions Training I: Wise selection, perfect match, generous funding
During this module you will get the opportunity to learn the art of identifying study programs in the U.S. that match your academic, social, and financial needs.
With around 4,900 U.S. higher education institutions to choose from, this interactive session will provide insights and tips for singling out American universities which can offer extensive financial aid to international students. You will learn effective strategies for establishing contact and marketing yourself to U.S. universities so as to increase chances of admission to a study program that will shape your future!
Tue, Jan 31 15:00-17:00
UG: Event hosted by FEAC
Undergraduate Admissions Training II: Enhancing your undergraduate application package
This module focuses on the quantitative and qualitative components of a U.S. successful application package that reveals your academic and extracurricular strengths.
You will get practical advice and examples on the effective management of the admissions process, as well as suggestions for enhancing your application through competitive test scores.
An eye-opening session which will help you put together an effective application package that will win over the admissions counselors.
February 2012
Tue, Feb 7 15:00-17:00
UG: Event hosted by FEAC
Undergraduate Admissions Training III: “Your route to U.S. admissions, as successful Romanian applicants see it” (video session)
A colorful, informative and inspiring two- video session that documents the successful approach to U.S. undergraduate admissions, as spelled out by Romanian applicants admitted and funded by Princeton University, Amherst College, Hamilton College, Duke University, Harvard College, Yale University, Jacobs University Bremen, and more.
The first video provides an engaging introduction to the U.S. higher education system and its unique features, while the second one offers post-admissions insights and strategies for a successful application package. All enriched by stunning U.S. campus shots!
Wed, Feb 8 16:00-17:00
ALL: Online event
EducationUSA Webinar: Managing Personal Expenses in the United States
Special guest: Jacqueline Girard Vogl, representing SUNY Plattsburgh
Register for free here!
Thu, Feb 9 16:00-17:00
UG: Online event
EducationUSA Webinar: Sports Scholarships for International Students
Special guest: Mike Donahue from the NCAA Eligibility Center
Fri, Feb 10 19:00-20:00
UG: Online event
EducationUSA Webinar: Financial Aid for International Undergrad Students
Special guest: Jonathan Edwards, representing Grinnell College
Register for free here!
Sun, Feb 12 13:00-14:00
UG: Outreach in Bucharest - World Education Fair
U.S. Undergraduate Study: Quality. Diversity. Financial aid.
U.S. universities are
constantly ranked high in every international educational ranking. Around 850 Romanian students are enjoying U.S. undergrad programs with funding from American universities. Learn how to get admitted and funded by U.S. universities during the interactive presentation offered by the EducationUSA Advising Center within the Fulbright Commission in Bucharest!
The session will highlight the unique features of university programs in the USA, will clarify the admissions process, and explain the financial aid opportunities offered on U.S. campuses.
More on the World Education Fair at http://www.world-education.ro/.
Tue, Feb 14 15:00-17:00
UG: Event hosted by FEAC
Undergraduate Admissions Training IV: The college essay that wins you admission
A balanced, comprehensive module that combines theoretical guidelines for writing your admissions essay with a selection of effective essays that won their authors top scholarships.
Perfect chance to learn about the only element in the application package that you have full control of and can polish to perfection. Will you miss the opportunity to win the admissions officers’ hearts with your powerful, insightful essay?
Tue, Feb 21 15:00-17:00
UG: Event hosted by FEAC
Undergraduate Admissions Training V: Romanian success stories
The final session in the series presents case studies of successful Romanian applicants, highlighting the main ingredients of their admission.
With their authors’ permission, actual official transcripts, application forms, admissions essays, and recommendation letters will reveal the chemistry of their success. You will enjoy one more FEAC-produced video featuring Romanian students admitted and funded by top U.S. schools including Duke University, Yale University, Hamilton College, Occidental College, etc. A perfect opportunity to learn about the Romanian students’ match with their U.S. universities and the generous financial aid it generated!
Wed, Feb 22 16:00-17:00
ALL: Online event
EducationUSA Webinar: Campus Employment for International Students
Special guests: Miriam Moeller from Northern Michigan University and Samantha Pitler, representing Sacred Heart University
Register for free here!
Fri, Feb 24 16:00-17:00
ALL: Online event
EducationUSA Webinar: Planning a Budget for U.S. Study
Special guest: Tim Tesar from Iowa State University
Register for free here!
Tue, Feb 28
16:00-17:00
GRAD: Online event
EducationUSA Webinar: The Fulbright Program
Special guest: Tony Claudino from the Institute of International Education
Register for free here!
17:00-19:00
GRAD: Event hosted by FEAC
Graduate Admissions Training I: Wise selection, perfect match, effective communication, full funding
This interactive session will cover the main criteria for selecting U.S. universities which nurture academic growth and offer financial aid to international graduate students.
Main highlights of the session include the competitive advantage of researching in-depth the study programs so as to be a good match, marketing yourself effectively, and developing a solid relationship with a professor in the program so as to increase chances of attracting a graduate assistantship. The session will also introduce you to the optimal time frame of the application process and to the benefits of holistic evaluation for U.S. admissions purposes.
Wed, Feb 29
16:00-17:00
GRAD: Online event
EducationUSA Webinar: Financial Aid for International Graduate Students
Special guest: Scott King, representing The University of Iowa
Register for free here!
March 2012
Tue, March 6 17:00-19:00
GRAD: Event hosted by FEAC
Graduate Admissions Training II: Enhancing your graduate application package
The second module will focus on the components of a successful application package.
You will see what it takes to attract admissions and financial aid, learn strategies for enhancing your application, and discover behind-the-scenes admissions advice that has inspired Romanian Master’s, MBA, and Ph.D. applicants over the years. As a result, participants in the Graduate Admissions Training program improved their application and attracted generous financial aid from U.S. universities. Become admissions savvy and join their ranks by applying efficiently with FEAC support!
Tue, March 13 17:00-19:00
GRAD: Event hosted by FEAC
Graduate Admissions Training III: Golden rules of the graduate admissions essay/statement of purpose
A powerful graduate statement of purpose can tip the scales of your application to U.S. programs and enhance your chances of attracting admission and financial aid.
Explore the most important qualitative element of the application package and discover its far-reaching impact on the graduate admissions decision. You will also have the opportunity to engage in practical activities highlighting competitive statements of purpose by Romanian students currently enrolled on graduate programs in the U.S. With FEAC support you too can craft an A+ statement of purpose!
Tue, March 20 17:00-19:00
GRAD: Event hosted by FEAC
Graduate Admissions Training IV: Romanian graduate success stories
This session will present case studies of successful Romanian graduate applicants, highlighting the main ingredients of their admission.
With their authors’ permission, you will have access to their application packages, which spell out the chemistry of their success. Join us for this exploratory session to discover how your can set off your personal and professional strengths in a U.S. graduate application that wins you admission and financial aid!
Tue, March 23 17:00-19:00
GRAD: Event hosted by FEAC
Graduate Admissions Training V: “Inside Graduate Admissions: The admissions committee’s perspective” (video session)
This session will provide the admissions committee’s insights and their tips on enhancing your application.
A great video with tons of eye-opening information that will set the stage for discussions meant to clarify, expand, and reinforce the message in earlier modules. The best way to wrap up the training program and set you on your path to academic success in the U.S.!
Participation in all FEAC activities, training programs, and events is free of charge
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or call us at 021 231 9015. Mention your name, school, phone number, and e-mail address. You can also visit us during public hours and sign up in person. 20-25 participants are admitted to each session. Participation is on a first come, first served basis. If you are unable to attend the session you have signed up for, please notify us by e-mail or phone so that we can make the opening available to somebody else. Thank you! As a courtesy to the other participants, you are kindly invited to be on time. Thank you!
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