Schools.com News
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Information technology director salary & career outlook
June 14, 2011Learn more about this management position, including how you can prepare for the career, training options online, and salary statistics from across the country.
CollegeGrad.com lists leading entry-level employers for 2011
June 14, 2011According to a recent survey, 2011 will see an increase in hiring for the first time in two years.
New foundation launched to improve safety of study abroad programs
June 13, 2011The ClearCause Foundation was founded by Allen and Sheryl Hill, whose son Tyler died during a trip to Japan in 2007.
CollegeGrad.com Survey: Entry-level hires jump 22% from 2010 to 2011
June 13, 2011Despite a tepid economy and tight job market, the CollegeGrad.com Top Employers Survey 2011 shows a surge in entry-level hiring.
CollegeGrad.com Survey: top 5 employers for college-level grads
June 13, 2011We highlight the leaders in entry-level hires as revealed by the CollegeGrad.com Top Employers Survey 2011.
Certified public accountant salary & career outlook
June 10, 2011Get the facts on salaries for certified public accountant professionals and find out how training online or on campus can prepare you for an accounting career in markets across the country.
Study examines impact of mobile devices and tech on the college experience
June 10, 2011Almost three quarters of the students surveyed said they wouldn't be able to study without the assistance of technology.
Personal secretary salary & career outlook
June 9, 2011Personal secretaries are responsible for a variety of tasks in and outside of the office. Salaries for personal secretaries vary depending on location, training, responsibilities and more.
Twelve jobs that pay well and don't require a four-year degree
June 9, 2011Want to make a good living without putting yourself through four full years of college? These twelve jobs all have a median salary above $49,000 and none of them require a four-year degree.
College and university commencements going green
June 9, 2011Several institutions across the U.S. are now providing their graduates with eco-friendly caps and gowns.
Communications equipment operator salary & career outlook
June 8, 2011Get the facts on communications equipment operators, including wage information, career outlook, and how you can train for a career in the field.
Justin Bieber plans concert to benefit College Track
June 8, 2011The concert is planned for June 11 at The Mountain Winery in Saratoga, Calif.
Harkin calls gainful employment rules a 'modest first step'
June 7, 2011Education Department gets first chance to defend new regs, while key senator vows legislation to strengthen federal student aid requirements for for-profit colleges.
Obama administration intros new regulations for career college programs
June 7, 2011The regulations require the programs to better prepare students for gainful employment in order to get access to Federal student aid.
Clinical laboratory science professor salary & career outlook
June 6, 2011Teach in the important and fast growing field of clinical laboratory science. Professors are in demand in disciplines that include health specialties, chemistry and biology. Find out which states and cities pay their professors top dollar.
