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Graduate Debt-Free
Does paying for a costly, prestigious college guarantee success? Not necessarily.
Read More »Public Colleges and the Economic Crisis
An interactive map published by US News and World Report can help families determine which states are headed towards budget cuts. The map could also help students determine which schools may want to increase their enrollment of out-of-state students.
Read More »Tips for Making a College List
Making your college list can be one of the most daunting aspects of the college application process. A US News and World Report article may provide some helpful tips.
Read More »Who Will Clean Your Room At College?
Some colleges are eliminating or cutting back on cleaning services in residence halls.
Read More »Study Abroad Outcomes
A new study reveals positive outcomes of the study abroad experience.
Read More »Touring a Campus? Don’t Forget the Library!
The library is no longer just the place to check out books. It may play a key role in your college experiences. What should you be looking for in a college library? What questions should you ask about the library when visiting a college campus?
Read More »Some Cool Assitive Technology: Audible.com
Audible.com is an internet services that provides digital versions of audiobooks and audio programs (magazines, podcasts, speeches, etc). With Audible.com, users can listen to text in a variety of formats like CDs or MP3 downloads, so you can transfer downloaded titles to your iPod®, Zune®, or other player. You can also stream your titles from a computer or burn them on a CD. This product is great because it’s affordable, easy to use and engaging.
Read More »Only Being Taught By Adjunct Professors?
A new study finds an association between student retention and adjunct faculty. Who will be teaching you when you go to college?
Read More »College Admissions FAQ
Answers to common questions about the admissions process, applications, essays, and more.
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- How Many Colleges Should I Apply To?
- Early Decision or Regular Decision: Which is Better?
- SAT vs. ACT: What is the Real Difference?
- Do Your Students Get Into Their First Choice College?
- Accepted or Rejected? The Envelope Please….
- How Do I Calculate My "Real" GPA?
- If My Grades Are Bad, Can I Still Go To College?
- Division I vs. Division III: Sports as a Job, or Scholar-Athlete?
- Which is Better: AP or IB?
- Higher GPA or Harder Courses?
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