International student buying a house in the U.S.?
Hi, I am an international student from Hong Kong and holding a student visa with me. I am planning to buy a house in the washington state which cost about $200,000. The reason I am buying the house is I really love this country and want to stay here forever. However, I am holding a student visa, does anyone know if I can get a green card if I buy a house and a car in the U.S? If not, can you suggest me any other way for becoming a U.S green card holder? Thanks very much
Studying Abroad - 1 Answers
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Buying a house and car in USA will NOT get you a green card. The best way to go about this would be to study hard and get your qualification. Use this qualification to find work with an employer who would be willing to sponsor you for a permenant (or work) visa. If I am correct, your study visa should also allow you to work a limited job while you study - try to find an employer in your area of study who would be willing to sponsor you for a working visa when your studying is over. Alternatives are to start your own business that will open up jobs for American citizens. This can get you a green card. Also, if you invest (A LOT, and I mean A LOT) of money into an American business, this can also qualify you for a green card.
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Friday, March 14, 2014
Friday, March 7, 2014
Mcdojang or not Mcdojang located in Hong Kong?
Mcdojang or not Mcdojang located in Hong Kong?
I asked a similar question earlier on this morning, but the answers I got back were a little off topic, probably because I didn't exactly phrase the question the way I meant it. Anyways, I have been taking ITF (International Taekwondo Federation) styled taekwondo for over 2 years and am very pleased with the results. I have also signed up for WTF (World Taekwondo Federation)taekwondo as my school requires all year 10/sophomore students to partake and continue a new sport for a period of one year. The place where I take my lessons in are very different to what I am used to and after reading several "99% of all taekwondo places are mcdojans"websitesI am beginning to worry if I am being cheated. I have been going there for ten months now and am getting my green belt tomorrow (that is three belts away from a white belt and six belts away from a black belt). The test costs $30, each lesson is $5 for 90 minutes and the new belt costs $4.5.I also have to buy equpiment after reaching green belt (as sparring becomes a neccessary component) and it costs $100 forbody armour (hogu), paddle, helmet, arm and leg proctectors and a groin protector.Joining the Hong Kong Taekwondo Association also becomes complusory and joining costs me $12 but its a one time payment. The classes need to be paid for every 3 months. The worst thing I fear for is that this WTF gym is a franchise- with more than 15 gyms throughout Hong Kong. There is 4 teachers in my class and 17 students. The youngest teacher is 23 and holds a 1st dan. The eldest is in his late thirties and is 5th dan. We do flexing in class, kicking, poomsae (fighting patterns) and some sparring. We are also taught to defend ourselves against rapists and lightly armed attacks (knives but no guns). According to your instincts, do you think I am attending a Macdojang and not getting what I am paying for? I do feel that I am noticeably fitter but don't know if learning this stuff will help me in an actual situation.... Thanks P.S. Please do not ask me why I am not doing kung fu...I am quarter Korean and really want to experience its culture by learning taekwondo. That and I used to learn Wing Chun anyways :P
Martial Arts - 2 Answers
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Since you don't want me to ask about why you are doing TKD, I can only offer the same comments about your Dojang, as I did in answering your first question. There seem to be several things that don't feel right about your dojang. I suggest you re-read my previous answer, and ignore the part about why TKD. Best of Luck! Edit: If your dojang is a franchise with 15 branches, that is a very bad sign. I've yet to see any TKD or karate franchise that is not a belt Mill/McDojo/McDojang. ...
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Thats why i always advise people to research the schools, their instructors, and their lineages before joining a school.
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I asked a similar question earlier on this morning, but the answers I got back were a little off topic, probably because I didn't exactly phrase the question the way I meant it. Anyways, I have been taking ITF (International Taekwondo Federation) styled taekwondo for over 2 years and am very pleased with the results. I have also signed up for WTF (World Taekwondo Federation)taekwondo as my school requires all year 10/sophomore students to partake and continue a new sport for a period of one year. The place where I take my lessons in are very different to what I am used to and after reading several "99% of all taekwondo places are mcdojans"websitesI am beginning to worry if I am being cheated. I have been going there for ten months now and am getting my green belt tomorrow (that is three belts away from a white belt and six belts away from a black belt). The test costs $30, each lesson is $5 for 90 minutes and the new belt costs $4.5.I also have to buy equpiment after reaching green belt (as sparring becomes a neccessary component) and it costs $100 forbody armour (hogu), paddle, helmet, arm and leg proctectors and a groin protector.Joining the Hong Kong Taekwondo Association also becomes complusory and joining costs me $12 but its a one time payment. The classes need to be paid for every 3 months. The worst thing I fear for is that this WTF gym is a franchise- with more than 15 gyms throughout Hong Kong. There is 4 teachers in my class and 17 students. The youngest teacher is 23 and holds a 1st dan. The eldest is in his late thirties and is 5th dan. We do flexing in class, kicking, poomsae (fighting patterns) and some sparring. We are also taught to defend ourselves against rapists and lightly armed attacks (knives but no guns). According to your instincts, do you think I am attending a Macdojang and not getting what I am paying for? I do feel that I am noticeably fitter but don't know if learning this stuff will help me in an actual situation.... Thanks P.S. Please do not ask me why I am not doing kung fu...I am quarter Korean and really want to experience its culture by learning taekwondo. That and I used to learn Wing Chun anyways :P
Martial Arts - 2 Answers
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Since you don't want me to ask about why you are doing TKD, I can only offer the same comments about your Dojang, as I did in answering your first question. There seem to be several things that don't feel right about your dojang. I suggest you re-read my previous answer, and ignore the part about why TKD. Best of Luck! Edit: If your dojang is a franchise with 15 branches, that is a very bad sign. I've yet to see any TKD or karate franchise that is not a belt Mill/McDojo/McDojang. ...
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Thats why i always advise people to research the schools, their instructors, and their lineages before joining a school.
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Saturday, March 1, 2014
What Chinese city would you recommend for an American student to study abroad in?
What Chinese city would you recommend for an American student to study abroad in?
I have a very low understanding of Mandarin now but am taking a class in it so I will have time to improve before I leave. Which city would help me learn Mandarin while still being the most english-friendly city in China. I'm mostly looking at Beijing, Hong Kong, or Shanghai, but if you have other suggestions let me have them. Don't worry about me missing out on anything as I will visit all these cities while there. Only which is city is best to live in. Thanks! I really hope Zoe is joking.....
China - 10 Answers
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tokyo, yo!
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Shanghai is more cosmopolitan and I think have a higher number of westeners (chinese version of San Francisco mixed with new york). Beijing is also a good city with plenty of universities to study in (and the olympics is being held there next year). Hong Kong is not really a good choice if your plan is to study mandarin, since english is widely used and cantonese is the spoken dialect on the streets, so you'll just end up confused.
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I always liked Xi'an,. Xi'an is an ancient capital almost in he geographic centre of China, away from the hectic export-zone coast. Moreover, there are four exact seasons in Xi'an, four different regions of food bordering it, the desert with it's dates and mutton, and dried fruits, the East with it's rice and seafood, the Northeast with it's flour and noodles, etc. Xian has it all, (albeit gritty and full of cars now)... There are also places like Ankun nearby where they still mine Jade, and Panda habitats not too far away, too, and don't forget the Terracotta soldiers... I'd head to Xi'an. Plus, their local college, where you may study Mandarin, is called, "Northwestern University" Still, , to feel much less isolated, Beijing, or Shanghai are at least trendy cities with more western ideas floating around, albeit costly... HongKongese understand Cantonese more than Mandarin.
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Well communication wise, Hong Kong would be a good choice since their signs are all in Chinese and English and many people speaks English. But learning Mandarin might not a good idea although the city offers Mandarin in their universities and the city is dominated by Cantonese speaking. I would say any of the Mainland cities would suit you learning Mandarin if you want to be in a Mandarin environment. But if you find Hong Kong better suit for you, then go ahead and take a tour at the world class city while you are there to learn Mandarin.
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i have heard harbin, heilongjiang (spelling??) is a huge university city as well
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also, Hangzhou is a very nice city; great food and and near many places of interest. Nanjing is another great city with many fine universities.
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Beijing, HK, Shanghai are great cities, but they are huge and it's easy to get lost in them. Smaller cities such as Suzhou or Nanjing and still big, but compared to Shanghai are much smaller. That way you still are in a normal town, not the middle of nowhere. Suzhou and Nanjing are really close to Shanghai, about 3 hour car ride. Both cities are very similar. Suzhou is a great city to live and study in. You'll probably be at Suzhou University, the major college in Suzhou. It has a great location in the middle of the city and it's close to almost everything. It campus has a very relaxed atmosphere because it combines the old history and the modern renovations. There are a lot of international students that study there, especially from Japan and Korea. Suzhou is a great historical city with canals throughout the city. There are imperial gardens and it's close to Tai lake--a relaxing place a few hours outside the city. Public transportation is great in Suzhou. There are a lot of buses and come around often, but they can get really really crowded. The best thing would be a moped because the city is relatively big in area. The weather is humid and hot during the summer time and cold in the winter. You don't need to take a lot of things because you can just buy them in Suzhou. Since the exchange rate is so good for one USD, things are very cheap and you can find everything from Colgate toothpaste to Pringle's potato chips.
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For your own convience, i would choose Hong Kong. But they speak cantonese there. Most people understand english. if you want a mandarin speaking city, i would recommend shanghai. Its probably the closest thing to hong kong.
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Dalian Hangzhou Qingdau
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David, Try cities in northern China cz' its dialect is the closest to standard mandarin. When you are learning a language, you want to practice it as much as possible, right? Beijing is the best place. It has the best universities in China, a good size of expat population and diverse culture. You will never get bored. But it could be very expensive too. Cheaper choices are Harbin, Dalian, Shenyang and Changchun. The major drawback of northern cities is the weather and pollution. Southern cities have less pollution, but their dialects are very different from mandarin.
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I have a very low understanding of Mandarin now but am taking a class in it so I will have time to improve before I leave. Which city would help me learn Mandarin while still being the most english-friendly city in China. I'm mostly looking at Beijing, Hong Kong, or Shanghai, but if you have other suggestions let me have them. Don't worry about me missing out on anything as I will visit all these cities while there. Only which is city is best to live in. Thanks! I really hope Zoe is joking.....
China - 10 Answers
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tokyo, yo!
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Shanghai is more cosmopolitan and I think have a higher number of westeners (chinese version of San Francisco mixed with new york). Beijing is also a good city with plenty of universities to study in (and the olympics is being held there next year). Hong Kong is not really a good choice if your plan is to study mandarin, since english is widely used and cantonese is the spoken dialect on the streets, so you'll just end up confused.
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I always liked Xi'an,. Xi'an is an ancient capital almost in he geographic centre of China, away from the hectic export-zone coast. Moreover, there are four exact seasons in Xi'an, four different regions of food bordering it, the desert with it's dates and mutton, and dried fruits, the East with it's rice and seafood, the Northeast with it's flour and noodles, etc. Xian has it all, (albeit gritty and full of cars now)... There are also places like Ankun nearby where they still mine Jade, and Panda habitats not too far away, too, and don't forget the Terracotta soldiers... I'd head to Xi'an. Plus, their local college, where you may study Mandarin, is called, "Northwestern University" Still, , to feel much less isolated, Beijing, or Shanghai are at least trendy cities with more western ideas floating around, albeit costly... HongKongese understand Cantonese more than Mandarin.
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Well communication wise, Hong Kong would be a good choice since their signs are all in Chinese and English and many people speaks English. But learning Mandarin might not a good idea although the city offers Mandarin in their universities and the city is dominated by Cantonese speaking. I would say any of the Mainland cities would suit you learning Mandarin if you want to be in a Mandarin environment. But if you find Hong Kong better suit for you, then go ahead and take a tour at the world class city while you are there to learn Mandarin.
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i have heard harbin, heilongjiang (spelling??) is a huge university city as well
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also, Hangzhou is a very nice city; great food and and near many places of interest. Nanjing is another great city with many fine universities.
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Beijing, HK, Shanghai are great cities, but they are huge and it's easy to get lost in them. Smaller cities such as Suzhou or Nanjing and still big, but compared to Shanghai are much smaller. That way you still are in a normal town, not the middle of nowhere. Suzhou and Nanjing are really close to Shanghai, about 3 hour car ride. Both cities are very similar. Suzhou is a great city to live and study in. You'll probably be at Suzhou University, the major college in Suzhou. It has a great location in the middle of the city and it's close to almost everything. It campus has a very relaxed atmosphere because it combines the old history and the modern renovations. There are a lot of international students that study there, especially from Japan and Korea. Suzhou is a great historical city with canals throughout the city. There are imperial gardens and it's close to Tai lake--a relaxing place a few hours outside the city. Public transportation is great in Suzhou. There are a lot of buses and come around often, but they can get really really crowded. The best thing would be a moped because the city is relatively big in area. The weather is humid and hot during the summer time and cold in the winter. You don't need to take a lot of things because you can just buy them in Suzhou. Since the exchange rate is so good for one USD, things are very cheap and you can find everything from Colgate toothpaste to Pringle's potato chips.
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For your own convience, i would choose Hong Kong. But they speak cantonese there. Most people understand english. if you want a mandarin speaking city, i would recommend shanghai. Its probably the closest thing to hong kong.
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Dalian Hangzhou Qingdau
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David, Try cities in northern China cz' its dialect is the closest to standard mandarin. When you are learning a language, you want to practice it as much as possible, right? Beijing is the best place. It has the best universities in China, a good size of expat population and diverse culture. You will never get bored. But it could be very expensive too. Cheaper choices are Harbin, Dalian, Shenyang and Changchun. The major drawback of northern cities is the weather and pollution. Southern cities have less pollution, but their dialects are very different from mandarin.
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Friday, February 28, 2014
How do you feel about people who make fun of or heckle handicapped or disabled people?
How do you feel about people who make fun of or heckle handicapped or disabled people?
I always saw kids in school making fun of or shunning the kids who were handicapped or disabled. I even saw a bunch of rich "religious" kids start a fight between a jock and a kid who was mentally handicapped. They thought it was hilarious. What I found to be hilarious about the situation was that there was a black belt in karate from Hong Kong (foreign exchange student) watching and stepped in and whooped the jocks butt. Anyway, how do you feel about people that make life even more difficult on the ones who already have it the hardest?
People with Disabilities - 21 Answers
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I think that it sucks. It makes me upset because you can just imagine what they are feeling and how bad thier life already is. Not that it means thier life is bad or anything but just saying. They don't need people messing with them.
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They're stupid. You can educate the ignorant, but the stupid tend to stay that way.
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it makes me sick, angry, and afraid. Afraid for my own child.
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They have lived a foolish and selfish life with courage that will someday turn on them I would not want them to be on the other side of the offense but some people jump that fence with their high minded words.
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This is something that drives me crazy! People say and do things without even realizing it sometimes. For example, when somebody thinks something is bad and they say, "That is so retarded." Is it really? I didn't know that a concept or thought could actually be mentally retarded... Obviously, the people who purposefully try to make life more difficult for others (regardless of their mental capacity) have issues of their own. Just remember that you're not the only one out there who doesn't like to see things like this!
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The amazing thing I have observed about the mentally handicapped is their ability to brush off bad things and take joy out of what is good in life. Plus, mentally handicapped people (or at least the ones I know) are pretty physically strong (I saw one crush a basketball with their bare hands)... I know I wouldn't ever pick a fight with one.
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it makes me sick and breaks my heart. i wish someone would stand up for these kids in schools. i'm to old to do it (not in school anymore) but i hope there are brave kids out there that will stand up for them. there's no excuse for making these people's lives more difficult. they're people too. in my high school, there was a handicapped guy, Steve, whose situation made him spin in circles when he walked. his freshman year, people made fun of him but by his senior year everyone got to know him and loved him and his impact on the school was so far reaching that we NEVER saw any handicapped person get made fun of. Steve had a real impact on that school and the kids in it.
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I hate them. If they yell rude things at me I will beat them with my cane even tho that will only cause me more physical pain than they will feel. At least maybe they think twice before they think they can harass a cripple because we're "weak and helpless"
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It's not right. I'm not a kid but I'm disabled; I can't walk like I could before. And sometimes I have to drag my left leg when I walk, I have to have a cane. The kids, people who do this should be made to copy or have to do like the person they are bullying's disability for a month. That would teach them.
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They should be given a taste of their own medicine.
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It is so sad that people make fun of and shun people who are disabled or handicapped. Everyone deserves to be treated equally regardless of what condition they are in. I think people who make fun of or shun disabled or handicapped people do it because they are insecure or uncomfortable around them and for self satisfaction. I bet if they just address their concerns to the disabled or handicapped person it would be best for both sides. I bet they would make a great new friend if they are just honest with that person it would be great for both of them.
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I can't stand people who do things like that. I am physically challenged, and am sad to say that even handicapped people pick on each other. We are all human, and we all have our limitations. No one is perfect.
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I find them to be absolutely pathetic & stupid, and they are meant to be pitied.
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I believe that people who make fun and tease the handicapped are selfish. They do not realize that they really do hurt other people because they are to busy being ignorant. I personally know it bothers me when people do this because of my mom. She is handicapped and people are always staring at her. There is nothing wrong with her... she is a person just like everyone else and they are going to have to accept that. Its rude and disrespectful.
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Personally - I feel like going up to that person and beat the crap out of them and make them handicapped (say, from a broken leg and a broken jaw so they can't talk) for a few months so they can go around in wheelchair and so I and my friends can come around and make fun of them. They can also see how hard it is to get into a car, catch a bus, go up to sales counter and no one understand them. So they can see what life is like for a PWD. Realistically though, I know I can't do that. But I am very passionate about treating PWD with dignity and respect. Cheers But I feel ENRAGED when I see that.
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The last time I witnessed a disabled person getting picked on was by a former supervisor of mine. This *sshole picked on a former co-worker of mine who had Down's Syndrome. I handle this by wiping the floor with this punk *ss that called himself my supervisor.
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yeah I really don't like people to tease DA or HC about that, it is mean!
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I am a believer in Karma. Someday,they will get their just rewards.
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It makes me hope karma is real.
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If you see this happening,Why don't you help the kids that are being made fun of....I bet if your among your friends and there laughing,I bet you are also making fun of the disabled...Am I right....
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I also believe in karma. It is more of a b***h than I choose to be.
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Friday, February 14, 2014
Can I go to Princeton with these stuffs?
Can I go to Princeton with these stuffs?
I have a GPA of 4.3 (scale of 4.5)(I take all honor classes)and 31 in my ACT. I am a sophomore and I am an oversea student from Hong Kong. And I am a member of Chorale and I have wrote an essay on my school's newspaper. I decide to write a book in the future( I hope so=]). Can I go to Princeton with these stuffs? Thanks for answering.
Higher Education (University +) - 1 Answers
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You have a chance, but again there's no guarantee with Ivy League Schools.
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Friday, February 7, 2014
What do universities consider as an "International Student"?
What do universities consider as an "International Student"?
I have a friend who's born, lived and studying in Hong Kong her whole life. But she's been attending International school there that follows the british system and all subjects are taught in english. Would she still be considered as an internation student if she were to apply to a US university? and will she still need to take her SATS? thanks in advance! jess
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A student who is a citizen of the country in which the college is, is considered a regular student. Anyone who is not, is considered an international student
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I have a friend who's born, lived and studying in Hong Kong her whole life. But she's been attending International school there that follows the british system and all subjects are taught in english. Would she still be considered as an internation student if she were to apply to a US university? and will she still need to take her SATS? thanks in advance! jess
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A student who is a citizen of the country in which the college is, is considered a regular student. Anyone who is not, is considered an international student
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Saturday, February 1, 2014
How to get into James Ruse Agricultural High?
How to get into James Ruse Agricultural High?
I am a student in Hong Kong, currently in my 4th yr of high school (Year 10). I am considering my opportunities in other countries if i dont do too good in my public exam, and James Ruse can into mind, as I am an Australian citizen. I am in a top school here and in the elite class, so i think my marks are good enough. If I want to start year 11 in 2010, can anyone tell me what can I do? Thanks
Primary & Secondary Education - 1 Answers
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In order to get into ruse, you have to be academically qualified. You apply in June/July and you submit a form with all your acheivements, certificates etc... Then in September they tell you if you're successful or not. Good luck!
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I am a student in Hong Kong, currently in my 4th yr of high school (Year 10). I am considering my opportunities in other countries if i dont do too good in my public exam, and James Ruse can into mind, as I am an Australian citizen. I am in a top school here and in the elite class, so i think my marks are good enough. If I want to start year 11 in 2010, can anyone tell me what can I do? Thanks
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In order to get into ruse, you have to be academically qualified. You apply in June/July and you submit a form with all your acheivements, certificates etc... Then in September they tell you if you're successful or not. Good luck!
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