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2007
February 2007 - GRE: Graduate Record Examination
GRE is a standardized test administered by ETS that measures verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning, critical thinking and analytical writing skills that have been acquired over a long period of time. It is an admissions requirement for many graduate schools in English speaking countries. This article contains test information, advice from people who have already taken the test, and links to preparation materials and sample tests. You can also post your own questions, or add information that you feel is missing.
To read more or to make changes, please go to the Complete Article
January 2007 - Getting a Driving License
Procedures and regulations governing driving licenses vary from country to country and state to state. In general, issuance of a valid license involves passing a written test and a driving test in order to prove the required qualification and competence. In some countries, such as the United States, obtaining a license is fairly simple and easy, whereas in other countries, such as Germany or Dubai, getting a license may either be very costly and may require several attempts. While visitors are advised to carry an International Driving License before they travel abroad, the validity of such a license also varies by country.
To read more or to make changes, please go to the Complete Article
2006
July 2006 - Applying for a Visa
A visa (short for carta visa, literally: "the document having been seen") is a document issued by a country giving a certain individual permission to formally request entrance to the country during a given period of time. In most countries, such as the United States, it simply indicates eligibility to enter the country and doesn't guarantee permission at the port of entry.
Security clearance procedures are often part of the visa approval process. Recent changes in the U.S visa laws and regulations involving stricter security measures and more thorough checks have increased the amount of time it can take to get a visa. Most non-U.S. citizens who wish to study in the United States will seek an F-1 (non-immigrant) student visa, but there are other visa types that are sometimes authorized for this purpose.
For application procedure, requirements and tips on getting a U.S. visa, read the entire article.
June 2006 - The Fulbright Scholarship
The Fulbright Program is a program of educational grants (Fulbright Fellowships and Fulbright Scholarships), founded by United States Senator J. William Fulbright, and sponsored by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs to the United States Department of State, governments in other countries, and the private sector. The program was established to increase mutual understanding between the peoples of the United States and other countries through the exchange of persons, knowledge, and skills. It is estimated that over 1000 Pakistanis have already had the opportunity to participate in such programs. (read more...)
