Creative College Cuts
Posted on Monday, June 29th, 2009 under News
Colleges that need to trim their budgets are finding creative ways to cut costs without sacrificing academics.
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Archive for June, 2009
Creative College Budget Cuts Save Schools Dollars
Posted on Monday, June 29th, 2009 under Current Events, On Campus
Colleges across the country are finding creative ways to cut their budgets. By chopping a little here and there, colleges may be able to avoid other, larger cuts that dramatically affect academics and student life.
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FAFSA Changes
Posted on Friday, June 26th, 2009 under News
A new FAFSA form aims to simplify the process of applying for federal financial aid for college.
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New FAFSA Makes Applying for Financial Aid Easier
Posted on Friday, June 26th, 2009 under Applying to College, Paying for College
Changes to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid aim to make the form for financial aid eligibility “shorter, simpler and more user friendly,” according to the US Department of Education.
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5 Tips for Summer SAT Prep
Posted on Wednesday, June 24th, 2009 under News
The SAT is next offered in October. Prepare for the SAT now to get your best score then!
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Prepare for the SAT: 5 Tips for Summer Prep
Posted on Wednesday, June 24th, 2009 under Applying to College, Summer, Testing
Whether you study vocabulary flashcards on your own or enroll in a prep class, if you begin to prepare for the SAT in the summer you will have a calmer school year come the fall. Here’s what to do!
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Gap Year: What to Consider
Posted on Monday, June 22nd, 2009 under News
Is taking a gap year right for you?
A gap year can give students time to earn money, volunteer or gain valuable life experiences. But without a plan, your gap year could turn into ten!
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Taking a Gap Year: Is It Right for You?
Posted on Monday, June 22nd, 2009 under Applying to College, Money, Paying for College
Taking a gap year allows students to save money, do volunteer work and get some life experience before enrolling in college. But a gap year isn’t for everyone. How do you know if taking a gap year is right for you?
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Improve Your Senior Year
Posted on Friday, June 19th, 2009 under News
A little college preparation now can make your senior year of high school more relaxing and fun.
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Preparing for College Applications Before Senior Year
Posted on Friday, June 19th, 2009 under Applying to College, Choosing a College, High School, Summer
Preparing for the college application process now gives you a head start on other applicants and makes your last year of high school more relaxing. Consider the type of school you want to attend and even visit a few campuses!
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12 Travel Idioms for Any Trip
Posted on Wednesday, June 17th, 2009 under News
Take these 12 American travel idioms with you when you put the pedal to the metal and hit the road!
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12 American Travel Idioms for When You Hit the Road
Posted on Wednesday, June 17th, 2009 under International Students, Learning English, Living in the US, Travel
American travel idioms are the gems of truck stops, motels and airports. “Get off the beaten path” and learn these 12 idioms before you put the “pedal to the metal” and “hit the road.”
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US Economy Affects College Students … and Colleges
Posted on Monday, June 15th, 2009 under Applying to College, Choosing a College, Current Events
The struggling US economy impacts not only college students with tight budgets, but also the colleges and universities who can’t admit them because they need too much financial aid.
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Summer College Prep
Posted on Friday, June 12th, 2009 under News
Your activities in the summer can tell colleges a lot about you when you apply in the fall.
Check out our 5 summer college prep activities that can strengthen your application.
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Summer Activities to Boost Your College Application
Posted on Friday, June 12th, 2009 under Applying to College, Summer, Testing
We know the pool beckons, but remember to also choose a summer activity that strengthens your college application! Whether it’s a sports camp, a photography class or a part-time job, summer activities can be both fun and constructive.
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