Monday, October 31, 2011

University of Maryland, Baltimore County

The University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) is a member of the University System of Maryland and is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools.

UMBC is known for its programs that allow students to focus their education on intense study in the arts, information technology, engineering, humanities, sciences and social sciences.

The National Science

Best Masters in History Programs

Best accredited universities for Masters in History degree programs:

Columbia University
- Programs offered include the M.A. in International and World History; M.A. in History and Literature.
- The MA in History and Literature program trains individuals in historical approaches to the study of literature and in the interpretation of texts for the study of history.
- Columbia is one of the most

Sunday, October 30, 2011

United States Naval Academy Profile

The United States Naval Academy (USNA) is a four-year coeducational federal service academy located in Annapolis, Maryland, USA.

The Naval Academy is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle State Association of colleges and Schools. The chemistry major is accredited by the American Chemical Society. In addition a number of the engineering majors are professionally

Colleges with Youth Ministry Degrees

Following are the top colleges/universities offering the youth ministry degree programs:

Huntington University
- The Huntington University Department of Ministry and Missions offers the Bachelor of Science degree in youth ministry. The Graduate School of Christian Ministries offers Master of Arts degrees in youth ministry (both on campus and online) as well as related ministry fields.
- A unique

Saturday, October 29, 2011

Notre Dame of Maryland University Profile

Founded in 1873, Notre Dame of Maryland University (formerly College of Notre Dame of Maryland) is a leader in higher education in Maryland. In 1899, Notre Dame became the first Catholic college for women in the United States to award the four-year baccalaureate degree to the members of the first graduating class.

The University offers a range of undergraduate majors such as art, biology,

Top MBA in Latin America

In a survey of the top MBA programs in Latin America, the September 13th issue of AméricaEconomía, a leading business magazine published throughout Latin America, ranked The University of Texas at Austin (UT-Austin) partners ITESM in Monterrey, Mexico; Universidad Católica de Chile in Santiago, Chile; and FGV in São Paulo, Brazil three of the top four schools in the region. Additional UT partner

Friday, October 28, 2011

Salisbury University Ranking Profile

Salisbury University is a top ranking public university located in Salisbury, Maryland, USA. The University has the following schools: Fulton School of Liberal Arts; Henson School of Science & Technology; Perdue School of Business; Seidel School of Education & Professional Studies.

Salisbury University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The Commission on Higher

Leading Universities and Colleges in Maine

Following are the leading universities and colleges in the U.S. state of Maine:

University of Maine - UMaine is one of New England's premier universities, with world-class faculty members and nationally recognized research. It has one of the nation's oldest and most prestigious Honors College programs.

University of Maine at Augusta - It has been ranked among the top public comprehensive

Thursday, October 27, 2011

University of Maryland Eastern Shore

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is a land-grant, historically black college located in Princess Anne, Maryland, US. It was founded in 1886 as the Delaware Conference Academy.

UMES comprises the following schools: School of Agricultural and Natural Sciences; School of The Arts and Professions; School of Business and Technology; School of Graduate Studies; School of Pharmacy and

Top Mining Engineering Schools

Following are the top schools/colleges for mining engineering programs:

Michigan Technological University (USA)
- The Mining Engineering Graduate Program is overseen by a group of faculty from throughout the University; the Program is administered through the Department of Geological and Mining Engineering and Sciences.
- The MS degree program in mining engineering can provide either a general,

Wednesday, October 26, 2011

Engineering Universities in Hong Kong

Following are the top ranked engineering universities/colleges in Hong Kong:

Hong Kong University of Science & Technology (HKUST) - It is ranked No. 1 in Hong Kong in Engineering/Technology and Computer Sciences by Shanghai Jiao Tong University's Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) 2011.

The University of Hong Kong - The University is ranked 45th in the world for Engineering & IT (QS

Largest MBA programs in US

Following are amongst the largest MBA programs offered in the US:

Saint Mary's College - San Francisco Business Times named Saint Mary's College as the top 10 largest MBA programs in the San Francisco Bay Area for 2008, 2009, 2010. Saint Mary's faculty includes some of the brightest minds in business, with advanced degrees from top-ranked international universities.

George Fox University - Its

Tuesday, October 25, 2011

PhD Programs in Hong Kong

The following universities in Hong Kong offer students a range of postgraduate education opportunities including the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree program:
- Chinese University of Hong Kong
- City University of Hong Kong
- University of Hong Kong
- The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
- Hong Kong Baptist University
- Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST)
- Lingnan

University of Maryland College Park

The University of Maryland, College Park is a leading public research university located in the city of College Park in Prince George's County, Maryland, USA. It is the flagship institution of the University System of Maryland.

University of Maryland College Park has the following Colleges and Schools: College of Agriculture and Natural Resources; School of Architecture, Planning, and

Monday, October 24, 2011

University of New England (US)

The University of New England (UNE) is an independent, coeducational university with campuses on the coast of southern Maine – University Campus in Biddeford and Westbrook College Campus in Portland. It is a leading educator of healthcare professionals and an innovator in biomedical and healthcare research.

The University receives grants from prestigious national sources such as the National

Delaware State University Rankings

Delaware State University (DSU) is an American historically black university located in the historic city of Dover, the capital of Delaware. DSU takes pride in its heritage as one of the country's first land-grant educational institutions, rooted early on in agriculture and education.

Delaware State University is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association

Sunday, October 23, 2011

Frostburg State University Profile

Frostburg State University (FSU) is a 4-year institution located in Frostburg, Maryland, USA. It is part of the University System of Maryland. The University has the following colleges: College of Business, College of Education, College of Liberal Arts & Sciences.

Frostburg State University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, an institutional accrediting agency

Business Schools in Maine

Following are the leading business schools in the state of Maine:

University of Maine (Maine Business School)
- It is the oldest internationally accredited business school in Maine. The undergraduate and graduate programs of the Maine Business School were the first business programs in Maine accredited by the AACSB International -The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.
- It is

Saturday, October 22, 2011

Mount St. Mary's University Profile

Mount St. Mary's University (MSMU) is a private liberal arts university located in Emmitsburg, Maryland. It is America's second oldest Catholic University.

Mount St. Mary's is fully accredited by the Commission on Higher Education Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools as well as the Maryland Higher Education Commission. It is recognized by the University of the State of New York.

Friday, October 21, 2011

Sierra Club Coolest Schools

Following are some of the top "coolest schools" as listed in Sierra Magazine's report:

State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry - ESF has earned a place on the 2010 Sierra Club list of “Cool Schools,” earning a rating that places the College at No. 45. It is the highest-rated State University of New York campus on the Sierra Club list. ESF received a perfect

Thursday, October 20, 2011

Bates College Ranking Profile

Founded in 1855, Bates College is a top private liberal arts college located in Lewiston, Maine, USA. It was the first co-educational college in New England.

Majors offered include African American Studies, American Cultural Studies, Anthropology, Art and Visual Culture, Biological Chemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Chinese, Classical and Medieval Studies, East Asian Studies, Economics, English,

Guide to Service-Learning Colleges and Universities

The Guide to Service-Learning Colleges and Universities is a premiere college guidebook that provides useful resources for the college-bound community to research schools that promote hands-on learning experiences, which are pertinent to success after college. Some of the leading colleges/universities selected for inclusion in this guidebook include:

Indiana University-Purdue University

Wednesday, October 19, 2011

Coppin State University Profile

Coppin State University is a model urban, residential liberal arts university located in Baltimore, Maryland, USA. It is part of the University System of Maryland.

Coppin State University is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. The Helene Fuld School of Nursing is an agency member of the Council of Baccalaureate and Higher Degree Programs of the National League

Top Genetic Counseling Programs

Top universities offering genetic counseling programs:

University of California, Irvine - UC Irvine was one of the pioneers in genetic counselor education. The Masters degree in Genetic Counseling program is based in the Division of Human Genetics and Metabolism, in the Department of Pediatrics at UC Irvine Medical Center. It is a two-year, full-time graduate program and is fully accredited by

Tuesday, October 18, 2011

Top Universities for Human Geography

Following are the top universities for human geography programs:

The University of Nottingham (UK) - The MSc Human Geography is an ESRC-recognised Masters program that covers current themes in critical human geography and research methods for social scientists. The School of Geography is one of the strongest in the UK and is listed amongst the UK's top five geography departments (The Times Good

University of Maine at Farmington

The University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) is a nationally recognized Liberal Arts college in the United States. It was established in 1864 as Maine's first public institution of higher education.

UMF offers a wide variety of majors as well as minors and certificate program. Degrees offered include the Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Bachelor of General Studies (B.G.S.)

Most Interesting Colleges

The following universities/colleges have been named the "most interesting colleges" in the nation:

Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) - It has been named as one of the nation's "Most Interesting Colleges" in the 2012 edition of The Fiske Guide to Colleges. In the 2011 edition, the Fiske Guide named WPI as one of 10 colleges and universities that "should be on the radar screens of all

Monday, October 17, 2011

Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences

The Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) is a leading health science university run by the U.S. federal government. It is located in Bethesda, Maryland, an immediately adjacent northern suburb of Washington, DC.

USU School of Medicine has a year-round, four-year curriculum. Doctoral and masters degrees in the biomedical sciences and public health are awarded by

University of Southern Maine Profile

The University of Southern Maine (USM) is a public urban comprehensive university located in southern Maine, a region cited as one of the most livable in the country. It is a member of the University of Maine System.

The University has the following academic units: College of Arts and Sciences; School of Applied Science, Engineering, and Technology; School of Business; College of Education and

Faculty Scholarly Productivity Index

The Faculty Scholarly Productivity Index (FSPI) is a metric designed to create benchmark standards for the measurement of academic and scholarly quality among US research universities. The index is partly financed by the State University of New York at Stony Brook and produced by Academic Analytics. Following are some of the highly ranked US colleges and universities:

University of California,

Sunday, October 16, 2011

University of Maine at Augusta Profile

The University of Maine at Augusta (UMA) is a regional state university located in Maine, USA. It is part of the University of Maine System.

UMA's academic programs are organized and administered through the following colleges: College of Arts and Humanities; College of Natural and Social Sciences; College of Math and Professional Studies. The University also offers degree programs by distance

Kaplan's Cutting-Edge Schools

The following colleges/universities have been named "cutting-edge schools" by the Kaplan guide:

Loyola Marymount University - It has been named one of the “25 cutting-edge schools with an eye toward the future” in Kaplan's 2008 edition of “You Are Here: A Guide to Over 380 Colleges & Unlimited Paths to Your Future”. Among its praised programs, the School of Film and Television is seen as a “

Saturday, October 15, 2011

University of Maine Top Rankings

The University of Maine (UMaine) is among the most comprehensive higher education institutions in the Northeast, offering bachelor's degrees, master's degrees, doctoral programs and one of the oldest and most prestigious honors programs in the US. It is the "flagship" University of the seven member University of Maine System.

The University of Maine has been accredited since 1929 through the New

The Economist Full-Time MBA Ranking 2011

Dartmouth College Tuck School of Business is ranked No. 1 globally in The Economist's 2011 ranking of full-time Masters of Business Administration (MBA) programs, followed by University of Chicago - Booth School of Business in 2nd place and IMD (International Institute for Management Development) in 3rd place.

Two Australian business schools are rated in the global top 50 for their MBA programs

Friday, October 14, 2011

Accounting Schools in Hong Kong

Following are the top leading accounting schools in Hong Kong:

Chinese University of Hong Kong - The School of Accountancy at Chinese University of Hong Kong is the first accounting school in Asia to be accredited by both The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International) and the Federation of Schools of Accountancy, the two premier international accrediting agencies

Top Universities for Pharmacy

Following are the top ranked universities for pharmacy degree programs:

University of California–San Francisco (USA) - The UCSF School of Pharmacy is ranked No. 1 among Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree programs in the United States according to the U.S. News & World Report America's Best Graduate Schools, 2009 Edition. In addition, the UCSF chapter of the American Pharmacists

Thursday, October 13, 2011

Top Dental Schools in Australia

Following are amongst the top dental schools in Australia:

The University of Queensland - The School of Dentistry is recognised nationally and internationally for its provision of leading-edge dental education. It is a state-of-the-art teaching campus incorporating full laboratory, computer, library and clinical facilities. It offers a five-year undergraduate course leading to the degree of

Top Universities in France 2011-2012

École Normale Supérieure is the top rated institution in France, ranked 1st in France and 59th in the world, according to the Times Higher Education 2011-2012 world university rankings. A total of 8 French institutions ranked in the global top 400. École Polytechnique is ranked 2nd in France and 63rd in the world, followed by Université Pierre et Marie Curie (84th).

In another international

Wednesday, October 12, 2011

Best Universities in Puerto Rico

The University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez (Universidad de Puerto Rico Mayaguez) is the top ranked university in Puerto Rico (rated 723rd in the world), followed by Universidad de Puerto Rico in 2nd place and Universidad de Puerto Rico Río Piedras in 3rd place, according to the Webometrics ranking of Top Colleges and Best Universities of Puerto Rico (July 2011).

In another league table, 4icu.org

Top Universities in Europe 2011-2012

The University of Oxford is rated top in Europe (ranked 4th in the world) according to the Times Higher Education ranking of Top European Universities 2011-2012, followed by University of Cambridge in 2nd place regionally and 6th globally.

A total of 31 European universities ranked in the world's top 100 list, with 11 in the world's top 50. United Kingdom has 12 institutions ranked in the

Tuesday, October 11, 2011

Arkansas State University College of Business

The College of Business at Arkansas State University (ASU) offers high quality business graduate degrees that are built on challenging programs of excellence with emphasis on leadership, global business, technology, and entrepreneurship.

The ASU MBA Program is a professional degree program designed to prepare students for management positions in all types of organizations. The program of study

Top Universities in Asia 2011-2012

The University of Tokyo (Japan) is the highest ranked Asian university for 2011-2012, ranked 1st in Asia and 30th in the world, according to the Times Higher Education World University Rankings. University of Hong Kong is the second highest rated Asian university (34th globally), followed by National University of Singapore (40th globally).

Ranking Analysis:
- A total of 9 Asian institutions

Monday, October 10, 2011

Leading Liberal Arts Colleges in Arkansas

Following are some of the leading liberal arts colleges in the U.S. state of Arkansas:

Ouachita Baptist University - It is a private, liberal arts, undergraduate institution. OBU has been named the No. 1 “Great Schools, Great Prices” Baccalaureate College in the South by US News (2010).

Central Baptist College - It is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association

Top Universities in Canada 2011-2012

University of Toronto is the highest ranked university in Canada, ranked 1st in the country and 19th in the world, according to the 2011-2012 Times Higher Education World University Rankings. The rankings use 13 indicators to measure the university's performance in teaching, research, research influence, innovation and international outlook.

The University of British Columbia (UBC) is ranked

Sunday, October 9, 2011

Harding University College of Business Administration

The Paul R. Carter College of Business Administration at Harding University offers a range of degree programs at the undergraduate level as well as an MBA at the graduate level. Some of the major fields of undergraduate studies include: Accounting, Economics, Finance, Global Economic Development, Health Care Management, Human Resources, etc. The MBA program is available on-ground at various

Top Universities in Netherlands 2011-2012

Utrecht University is the top rated university in the Netherlands, ranked 1st in the Netherlands and 68th in the world, according to the Times Higher Education 2011-2012 world university rankings. A total of 12 universities from Netherlands ranked in the global top 200. Wageningen University and Research Center is ranked 2nd in the Netherlands and 75th in the world, followed by Leiden University

Saturday, October 8, 2011

Arkansas Baptist College Profile

Arkansas Baptist College (ABC) is a private, historically black, four-year liberal arts college located in downtown Little Rock, Arkansas, near the River Market area and the Clinton Presidential Library. Originally known as the Minister's Institute, the College was established in 1884 by both white and black religious leaders. In April 1885, the name of the school was changed to Arkansas Baptist

Top Universities in Germany 2011-2012

Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München is in Germany (rated 45th in the world), according to the 2011-2012 Times Higher Education World University Rankings. Georg-August-Universität Göttingen is ranked 2nd in Germany and 69th in the world, followed by Universität Heidelberg (73rd globally), and Technische Universität München (88th globally). A total of 12 German institutions ranked in the world's

Friday, October 7, 2011

Top Theatre Colleges

Following are the top colleges and schools for theatre programs:

Florida State University - Florida State has one of the top-tier theatre training programs in the nation. The School of Theatre provides its students with a wide variety of theatrical and educational opportunities. Alumni of the School include Academy Award-winner Alan Ball, Broadway star Davis Gaines, Emmy award-winner John

Top Universities in Hong Kong 2011-2012

The University of Hong Kong (HKU) is the top ranked university in Hong Kong, ranked 34th in the world according to the 2011-2012 Times Higher Education World University Rankings. Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) is ranked 2nd in HK and 62nd in the world, followed by Chinese University of Hong Kong (151st internationally). A total of 6 Hong Kong institutions ranked in the

Thursday, October 6, 2011

Times Higher Education University Rankings 2011-2012

California Institute of Technology is ranked as the world's top university and ahead of Harvard University (rated 2nd in the world), according to the Times Higher Education world university rankings 2011-2012.

The University of Oxford is rated top in the UK and Europe (4th globally), ahead of the University of Cambridge (6th). A total of 7 UK institutions ranked in the world's top 50 list. The

Wednesday, October 5, 2011

Universities with Most International Students

Following are some of the top US colleges and universities with the most international students:

Hawai`i Pacific University - It was recognized by U.S. News as one of the top universities in the western region with “Most International Students”. In addition, the University is consistently ranked one of the top Master's Universities around the world for international diversity by the Institute

Tuesday, October 4, 2011

List of Universities and Colleges in Illinois

Illinois has some of the top ranking universities in the nation. According to the US News & World Report National Universities Rankings 2011, three Illinois universities are ranked in the top 50 nationally: University of Chicago (9th), Northwestern University (12th), University of Illinois--Urbana-Champaign (47th).

List of universities & colleges in Illinois:
Aurora University
Benedictine

Great Colleges For The Real World

"Great Colleges for the Real World: Get In. Get Out. Get a Job" is a popular college guidebook that ranks schools based on convenience, quality and cost, aiming its targeted information at career-minded college seekers. Following are some of the leading colleges and universities featured in the guidebook:

Barry University - It has received a strong rating in the 2002-2003 edition of Great

Monday, October 3, 2011

Australian University Research Rankings

In February 2011 the Australian Research Council (ARC) released the research strength ratings of Australian institutions, with Australian National University rated on top of the list and followed by University of Melbourne in second place and University of Queensland in third place.

The top 8 positions are occupied by the Group of Eight Australian Universities (Go8). Macquarie University is

Sunday, October 2, 2011

Philosophical Gourmet Report

The Philosophical Gourmet Report is a ranking of philosophy departments in the English-speaking world, and is edited by the Philosophy and Law professor Brian Leiter.

Following are some of the top ranked philosophy departments in the US:

The University of Chicago - The Philosophical Gourmet Report ranked Chicago Philosophy Department 1st in the field of continental philosophy. Author Brian

Study MBA in Australia

There are many top ranking universities and business schools in Australia offering internationally recognized MBA programs, such as the Melbourne Business School, Macquarie Graduate School of Management, Monash University, to name a few. Some of these prestigious MBA schools also offer scholarships to international students who are willing to study for an MBA in Australia.

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Saturday, October 1, 2011

Nursing Schools in Australia

Following are some of the leading nursing schools in Australia:

University of South Australia - The School of Nursing and Midwifery at the University of South Australia offers the highest quality education to nurses and midwives throughout the range of undergraduate and postgraduate coursework programs.

The University of Queensland - UQ School of Nursing and Midwifery is the only nursing and

Top Universities for Geophysics

California Institute of Technology is ranked No.1 nationally for Geophysics and Seismology in the US News & World Report rankings (2011), ahead of Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2nd), and Stanford University (3rd). The University of Texas--Austin and Harvard University are ranked 6th and 7th respectively among the best earth sciences schools for geophysics and seismology.

The Ph.D. in