Schools.com News
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Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Career - Schools, Salary & Outlook
February 23, 2011The mean diagnostic medical sonographer salary in 2009 was $63,640, with the highest paid 10% earning more than $85,950. Find out how you can get online training for this rewarding career.
Electrical Engineer Career - Schools, Salary & Outlook
February 22, 2011Electrical engineer salaries vary based on training and experience. Learn how electrical engineer training online can help you land a top salary.
Sewanee Cuts Tuition by 10 Percent
February 22, 2011The university has announced plans for a $4,600 reduction in tuition, fees, and room and board for the 2011-2012 school year.
Systems Engineer Career - Schools, Salary, Outlook
February 18, 2011Salary.com reports that systems engineering managers can earn an average salary of $94,928, while systems engineering directors earn $153,573. Find out more about this lucrative career path.
Wisconsin Governor Proposes Eliminating UW Faculty's Right to Unionize
February 18, 2011Scott Walker wants to repeal a law giving University of Wisconsin faculty and academic staff the right to collectively bargain.
Registered Nurse Salary, Career Forecast, Trends, and Training
February 17, 2011The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the median registered nurse salary in 2009 as $63,750, though factors include employer, location, experience, and training. Learn more about your earning potential as an RN.
UCLA, Lincy Foundation Announce $200 Million Dream Fund
February 17, 2011The fund will support medical research and academic programs at the university, as well as a wide range of charitable projects nationwide.
Fashion Designer Salary, Career Forecast, Trends, and Training
February 16, 2011The latest fashion industry reports show that fashion designers with formal training are preferred by employers. Find out how fashion design online classes can help you achieve your career goals in this exciting field.
House Republicans Seek to Slash Education Spending
February 16, 2011According to FinAid, the cuts would make 1.7 million students ineligible for Pell Grants.
Personal Trainer Salary, Career Forecast, Trends, and Training
February 16, 2011Are you interested in an active and rewarding career as a personal trainer? Check out education requirements, job duties, and the average personal trainer salary in 2009.
Counselor Salary, Career Forecast, Trends, and Training
February 15, 2011Discover the latests counselor salary information and see how earning a degree can increase your earning potential in this important field.
Nutritionist Salary, Career Forecast, Trends, and Training
February 14, 2011The need for nutitionists is growing as more Americans seek treatment for obesity and other lifestyle-related illnesses. Find out the latest nutritionist salary data and plan your future career as a nutritionist.
High School Teacher Salary, Career Forecast, Trends and Training
February 11, 2011Get comprehensive information on high school teacher salaries, job duties, and education requirements, including how to get high school teacher training online.
College Professor Salary, Career Forecast, Trends, and Training
February 10, 2011Do you have a passion for teaching? If you'd like to combine it with the most attractive salary in the teaching world, then teaching at the post-secondary (or college) level is the best bet for you. You will have to invest a significant amount of time to obtain a Ph.D. in your field, but you can look forward to a tenure-track position, an attractive salary, and paid sabbaticals.
Online Teacher Salary, Career Forecast, Trends, and Training
February 9, 2011Online teaching is a new and rapidly growing field. If you enjoy teaching in a virtual environment and are very tech-savvy, then read on to find out more.
