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US Educational Group is heading to the following countries in MARCH 2011 with a number of US Colleges, Universities, and English Language Centers. We encourage you to register and attend the events where you will meet with international student admissions officials and speak to them about your interest in studying in the USA.
Learn about the American higher education application process, I-20 issues, university costs, housing, and more. Speak with representatives about admissions tests and test preparation including TOEFL®, SAT®, GRE®, and GMAT®. …
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US Colleges and Universities confirmed for the Al Jamiat/USEG (US Educational Group) Middle East college fair in March 2011. See the dates that you will be able to speak with the representatives of these schools and REGISTER to receive a newsletter and information before the fair!
Learn more and read short profiles on the schools attending in our guide (coming soon!).
Associates in Cultural Exchange – Seattle, Washington
Albion College - Albion, Michigan
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University – Daytona Beach, Florida /Prescott, Arizona
Fairleigh Dickinson University – Teaneck, New Jersey
Foothill-DeAnza Colleges – Cupertino / Los Altos Hills, …
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When I was a high school senior applying for colleges, choosing a major (field of study) seemed like the most intimidating decision I had to make in my short 18 years on this earth. I talked to counselors, parents, and friends and none of it seemed to make me rest easy. I thought that once I made the decision I would not only be trapped in that major for four years or more, but that I was also determining the rest of my life. If you feel that way, breathe …
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Han Chen is a student from American University of Washington D.C. and recently had the opportunity to study in Cairo, Egypt. Her trip overseas has given her the experience of a life time. Here is a sneak peak of Han’s experience in a new country. Look for the full interview in Al Jamiat’s fall issue!
About Studying Abroad
What helped you decide to study abroad?
I had funding through my fellowship with the Institute for International Public Policy. Some previous fellows had studied in Cairo, and HIGHLY recommended it. If any other students of color …
Al Jamiat Magazine, College Lifestyle, featured »
While I went to Cairo to experience a new culture and a new way of life, I think a part of me really believed I would just be an observer. It is, however, important for us travelers to realize that there is no such thing as observing your surroundings. We are all active participants of the world around us, even if we are quietly sitting at the outskirts. At first, I didn’t believe that I would be treated badly, even as a woman. After all, I was only an observer. …

