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Apply to US Universities from Brazil

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Some of these public universities may be focused on particular disciplines (most often science and engineering). Two leading examples of this sort of specialized public university include Georgia Tech and Virginia Tech. Engineering. Similarly, it can be more difficult to get into business programs at some universities.

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Elon Musk plans to open a new university in Austin

University Business

The charity, called The Foundation, plans to use a $100 million gift from Musk to create and launch a primary and secondary school in Austin focused on teaching science, technology, engineering and math.

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Natural disasters, lack of interest leads to the closing of American University

University Business

The slog of private universities facing closure is extending beyond America’s mainland. The Board of Trustees of American University of Puerto Rico officially announced it is shutting down operations. The school will carry out its summer programs regularly until the closure.

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These are the top 10 colleges for cybersecurity education

University Business

Accredited by the Department of Homeland Security, the university utilizes technology that enables students to take a game-like approach to learn where they’re presented with simulations of cyberattacks and it’s up to them to solve them. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (3). George Washington University (4).

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Presidential moves: Strong appointments and 2 headscratchers

University Business

Previous to that she served as the associate dean for The Honors College at Arizona State University. Additionally, the private university is depending on her to build sustainable financial models and a steady stream of enrollment. Michael Avaltroni – Fairleigh Dickinson University (N.J.)

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3 Questions for Sue Lorenson, Vice Dean for Undergraduate Education at Georgetown

Confessions of a Community College Dean

My younger son studies engineering at a large public university; I’m a dean for liberal arts education at a midsize private university. His experiences, and those of his friends, remind me of the blessings and limitations of elite private education. I’ll be forever grateful for those days.

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Study Abroad Program Locations that Offer Economics Classes

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It is 4th in the world for graduate employability and is the top university in Australia. It is recognized as a top university for fields like International Relations, Asia-Pacific related studies, Engineering, STEM, Environmental Topics and Liberal Arts. View Economics Classes in Viña del Mar 4.