College Application
Beware of the Turkey Drop
The “turkey drop” can be one of two things. It is often referred to when first-year students return home for Thanksgiving break and break it
November 25, 2009
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Coed Dorms = More Drinking?
Last week, a study published in the Journal of American College Health found that students who live in coed residence halls are more likely to
November 23, 2009
College Fees
$cholarship $cams — You Have Been Warned
It’s that time of year again, when students and parents are being solicited by all sorts of organizations who promise to find you a scholarship.
November 12, 2009
College Application
Land-Grant Universities Restructure for Budget
Public universities, including the land grant universities, are being hard hit by the economic downturn. An article in the Chronicle of Higher Education today (registration
November 12, 2009
College Application
Social Stereotypes & Campus Life at Carnegie Mellon
College campuses have social stereotypes: The geeky, intellectual campus. The very conservative campus, both socially and politically The earthy-crunchy campus where veganism is common The
November 6, 2009
College Application
Choosing a College Drama Program & Auditions
If you aspire to be an actor, you need to consider the sorts of university programs that can train you to become a professional actor.
November 5, 2009
College Application
Even Harvard Has Faced Budget Cuts
No more free hot breakfast? The dance team sharing space with Harvard Taekwondo? Recently, the NY Times reported on the budget adjustments being made at
October 29, 2009
College Application
College Admission is Getting Less Competitive?
Surprise! An article published on Inside Higher Ed discusses data released by the National Association for College and Admission Counseling that shows that the acceptance
October 28, 2009
College Application
Stressed About College Applications?
Going through the college application process can be extremely stressful. You may feel like it as taken over your life. As with any stressful life
October 21, 2009