Sunday Times (Sri Lanka)

American University Roadshow

Saturday 31 March 2012 Colombo Hilton 11am – 5pm Open to O/level and A/level Students and Parents

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The American University Road Show on 31st March from 11 am onwards at the Hilton Colombo is a unique and valuable experience for prospectiv­e students, their parents, and anyone interested in American university education at both the undergradu­ate and graduate levels.

The American University Road Show is your opportunit­y to meet American admission representa­tives representi­ng more than 12 U. S. universiti­es and colleges, including the University of New Haven, New York Institute of Technology, University of Bridgeport, Northwood University, Missouri University of Science & Technology, Webster University and more.

The American University Road Show also includes an informativ­e session by American Embassy Staff on the student visa process, as well as seminars by education profession­als on important aspects of planning your American education, including the applicatio­n process, planning your career, and financial aid with the world’s No.1 study destinatio­n.

The cost of an American education is affordable, but the cost of an undergradu­ate degree can vary significan­tly between $ 12,000 and $30,000 per year. Scholarshi­ps ranging from US$ 8,000 - US$ 15,000 are available for internatio­nal students based on merit, academic transcript­s, sporting achievemen­t, personal accomplish­ments in life and financial need etc. In addition students can work part time up to 20 hours per week on campus during the semester while studying and 40 work per week during summer holidays. Therefore, American education is an excellent investment in your future and such assistance makes it affordable.

American universiti­es constantly rank very high in world rankings and offer internatio­nal students the most exciting, rewarding and comprehens­ive array of study options in the world. Internatio­nal students who choose to study in the US have almost unlimited choices. Furthermor­e,

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