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Hi Elizabeth, I am writing in order to ask you some questions about receiving scholarships for undergraduate studies in the States. Namely, I have been accepted to American University in Washington DC. However, they are offering me only $15,000, and the cost is $42,137. So, do you know someone I could contact in order to receive the necessary amount via scholarship or some other form of financial assistance? Thank you in advance. Hope to hearing from you soon. Best, Marko

I'm planing on studying philosophy or political science (undergraduate studies). Thanks for the advice.

Hi Elizabeth, I have a problem with George Washington University. Namely, I have applied there since it's a strong university, and when I contacted them they said that inernational students are considered for an academic scholarship that can range up to full tuition. However, yesterday one of the admission committe officers contaced me, saying that I am required to deliver them the financial certificate (I have sent it alreday, since they said I don't have to write the full amount) which confirmes that I have the necessary 52000$ for tuition! I emailed her explaining what they told me, and she replied that the maximum sum I can get is 15000$. What should I do? Thank you in advance. Best, Marko

It helps a lot. Thank you both...

Hi Elizabeth, I want to ask you a few question about the admissions interview. Namely, I am interested whether international applicants have an interview (I heard that most have a phone interview) and what types of question does the admission committe ask? Thanks. Best regards, Marko

Thank you Elizabeth. All the information you have given is quite useful. I am a senior at high school (in Novi Sad), so I am considering undergraduate studies in the US. To tell you the truth, I have already applied to some schools and I am considering FDU as a final option (if I don't get accepted). I have checked out their web site, and I think it is a good school to go to. I remember you once said that you majored in history, and I am interested in philosophy and history, so I value your opinion. However, the only problem is financing college. I am planning on emailing them to see what are the possibilities of financing undergradute international students and then I will make my decision. Nonetheless, thank you for the information.

Hi Elizabeth, I have been contacted by the Fairleigh Dickinson Univ. to apply to their school, thus I was wondering if you could tell smth about this University, for instance: is it a good school to go to? what is the campus life there (NJ)? can someone get a good education there and possibly transfer to another university afterwards? Thank you. Best regards, Marko

Hi Elizabeth, Thanks for such a detailed answer. My friend went to the States and that family told her about Berea. But, I was most worried whether they would talk about God and try to convert me. Franky, I'm not a "party animal" and it wouldn't be a problem living there (but, as you say I can always go elsewhere to have a drink). What's most important to me is the education that I would gain there, if accepted. I'll apply to other colleges as well, but that's another story. If it's not too much of a problem, you could ask them about the campus life and what is the percent of students being accepted to some prestigious graduate programs, esp. Harvard. I have to go study for the SAT. I'm taking it on October 14th, so I'm a bit scared. Thanks for all the information. Marko

Dear Elizabeth, I am considering of applying to Berea College. I have found most of the information about this college on the internet, but a friend told me it is quite religiously affiliated. I was wondering do you know something about this? Thanks. Best regards, Marko

Elizabeth, I want to ask yous something about some colleges. I was wondering about applying to Gallaudet University and University of the District of Columbia, besides other colleges (I don't know if you remember, but I was at your Centre last Tuesday and I'm planing of applying to Harvard). What do you think about Gallaudet and UODC? I am planing on applying to two, three ivy league and some top schools, and a few less selective schools like the ones I just mentioned. Thanks. Best regards, Marko

Dear Elizabeth, No, I haven't attended a school in the states. I just wasn't sure whether I have to send the transcripts from my second and third year (and mid year school report from my senior year), or from the first, second and third year. Yes, this answers my question. Thanks. Best regards, Marko

Dear Elizabeth, Do colleges require transcripts of student's grades from the first year of high school or only the last two years? Thanks. Marko