Do you think a liberal arts education is wrong for you? We’re here to show you why it might be the best education for you. Unfortunately, it’s common for people to underestimate the value of a liberal arts education. Whether it’s believed that liberal arts is connected to a political affiliation or that this form …
It’s a misconception that a niche degree narrows your career possibilities, and we’re ready to disprove it Planning for college always leaves parents in this stressful haze fueled by constant research and the direct or indirect consulting of wiser parents. While it’s helpful to read the customer reviews of college planning, doing so can fill …
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what to do as a young person at an entry-level job in a post-covid world It’s an understatement to say that Covid-19 reeked havoc on what people knew as the workplace environment. People all over the world were out of a job or forced to work within the confines of their own desktop computer screens. …
The general media consensus might make it seem like you will pay more for private colleges and universities, but that isn’t always the truth It has become a common belief that you will always end up paying more money if you attend a private college or university than if you attend a public one. However, …
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The first few weeks of college are uniquely exciting . . . and stressful. Luckily, there are proven ways to ease your transition so you can launch into your college years with optimism and confidence. Here we’ve gathered some or our best advice from years of counseling and thousands of college students. Get involved!! This …
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You’ve been accepted into the college of your choice. Great news!But your financial aid award is not enough to help you afford the college. Not great news.So, what can you do? You can appeal your financial aid award to try and get more aid from the college. A financial aid appeal is your formal request …
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How can you tell if a college is the “right fit” for you? Visiting really helps. So, it’s important to plan your college visits strategically and make sure you gather as much information as you can about each school you visit. Here are a few tips for making sure you get the most out of …
Summer is the perfect time for experiences that will better prepare you for college and the college admissions process. Hey high school sophomores and juniors—it’s almost summer! Time for fun, sun…and having experiences that can enhance your college search and college applications. While you don’t need to fill your summer with work and learning, you …
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When children turn 18, they are legally considered to be “adults.” With this designation, they gain a few rights, such as the right to vote, and join the military. As parents, you also lose a few “rights”, even if you are still financially responsible for them. Yes – even if you are paying their tuition, …
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Most students are finishing up their college applications or have already submitted them. So, now you can just sit back and wait. Right? Now is a great time to start finding college scholarships to defray the cost of that school you hope to attend. You’ll be surprised how many scholarships are available and how much …
Is there anything that hasn’t been impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic? From the way we go to work to the way students learn, it’s been a game-changer. It should be no surprise then, that changes are coming to the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) that is used to determine financial aid eligibility each …
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“Where do you want to go to college?” This seemingly simple question can elicit reactions from boredom to bewilderment to full-blown panic attack. While some students identified their “dream school” in early on, others don’t even know where to begin when it comes to a college list. If you are the oldest child, or in …
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