Posted on Monday, June 7th, 2010 under Applying to College, Choosing a College
Visiting a college campus gives you an insider’s perspective of what it’s like to attend that particular school.
What are the students like? Do you like the dorms? Where’s the best coffee shop in town?
Only a campus visit can tell you if the college of your dreams is really your dream college. And it’s important to be prepared! Here’s what you need to know.
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Posted on Monday, May 24th, 2010 under Applying to College, Money
If you’re taking out a loan for college, there are important questions you must keep in mind before signing any papers!
College is expensive. The costs of tuition, food, and living in a dorm or off-campus apartment really rack up! Loans are sometimes necessary — just make sure you’re getting the best deal!
Shop around, do some research and ask the right questions before deciding on which private student loan is right for you.
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Posted on Wednesday, May 19th, 2010 under Applying to College, Choosing a College
Wish you had a directory of colleges at your fingertips to help narrow down the choices of where to apply?
We’ve got it! Our new college database of 4,500 colleges throughout the nation will help you determine where those applications should be sent.
When deciding on which college is right for you, you have to know what you’re looking for. Our directory of colleges shows you where to start.
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Posted on Wednesday, May 12th, 2010 under Applying to College, On Campus
Would you rather live in a single-sex or coed college dorm? Though most colleges offer both options, coed college dorms are (for what may seem like obvious reasons!) the popular choice for on-campus housing.
Though that may seem like the better option, you may not have thought carefully about everything that living with the opposite sex entails. Before making your decision, take a look at the pros and cons of living in a coed dorm.
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Posted on Monday, April 19th, 2010 under Applying to College
As the number of applicants to prestigious colleges continues to grow, so do the waiting lists. And now, the Ivy Leagues are more difficult to get into than ever.
If you’ve been wait-listed this year, don’t panic! We’ll tell you this year’s statistics, how wait-listed applications are judged and what you can do to increase your chances of getting in.
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Posted on Wednesday, March 31st, 2010 under Applying to College, Choosing a College
To decide on a college, you’ve got to do more than just flip through a catalog.
What is probably the most important step in the college application process — deciding where to apply — can be a confusing process.
Stay calm! There’s a fun and easy way to breeze through the steps of the decision process. Here’s how to make choosing a school a little easier.
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Posted on Wednesday, March 24th, 2010 under Applying to College, Graduate School
Writing a resume for graduate school is not the same as writing a resume designed to get you a job interview.
Usually, a graduate school resume accompanies your application to a college/university, and is designed to give the admissions committee some extra info for deciding whether or not to admit you.
Don’t know what to include? Stay calm! We’ll tell you what you need to know.
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Posted on Monday, March 22nd, 2010 under Applying to College
If you’re applying to college, you’re probably complaining about having to pay a heap of application fees, as well as writing those application essays.
So what if application fees were eliminated and application forms were made easier?
Find out what happens when colleges eliminate the hardest part of the application process, as well as making it easier on your wallet.
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Posted on Friday, March 19th, 2010 under Applying to College, Study Abroad
If you’re a hopeless romantic, we know the best study abroad place to keep that fire burning.
Ever wondered which country has the best wines and hundreds of variations of gourmet cheese? And techies, ever hear of the shinkansen, or “bullet train,” which goes up to 186 miles per hour? We have the answers!
In the third and final part of our list, we’ll tell you the best study abroad places for you techies and romantics out there!
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Posted on Wednesday, March 17th, 2010 under Applying to College, Study Abroad
Are you a party animal? We know the country with the best nightlife!
Whether you’re interested in learning about the inner workings of the fashion world, or if you’re studying culinary art and want to meet the masters–we know what countries will best satisfy your appetite.
Check out part two of our best countries to study abroad in list for our top picks.
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Posted on Friday, March 12th, 2010 under Applying to College
To ace the college admissions interview, you have to know what to expect.
The interview is not meant to be intimidating! Nor is it the main basis for whether or not you will get admitted to the school. It’s simply a way for colleges to see whether you’re a good fit for the institution –- and vice versa.
Use this opportunity to your advantage. Here’s how to prepare.
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Posted on Monday, March 1st, 2010 under Applying to College, Money
Are you trying to avoid paying application fees? There are schools that allow you to apply for free.
For this year’s college applicants, here is a list is of schools that don’t charge the standard application fees when applying online.
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Posted on Wednesday, February 17th, 2010 under Applying to College, Moving, Off-Campus Housing
Whether you’re an international student or planning on studying locally, it’s important to consider your student housing options.
You can choose to live in college dorms or in an off-campus apartment. Either way, there are plenty of resources that can help you find the right accommodation for you.
Finding comfortable housing is an important part of the college application process. Don’t know how it’s done? Take these steps to find the best option for you.
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Posted on Monday, January 25th, 2010 under Applying to College, Paying for College
Many people think that FAFSA forms should only be filled out by parents are in the lower income bracket, and cannot otherwise afford to send their child to college. Think again!
FAFSA forms should be filled out by everyone applying to college, because you never know what aid might be available to you.
In this blog post, you’ll find out the reasons to fill out a FAFSA form–regardless of what income bracket you fall under.
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Posted on Friday, January 22nd, 2010 under Applying to College, Choosing a College
Parents want to participate in the college decision process. They are concerned about your future and want you to find that perfect fit college.
If you enlist their help, you’ll free up your time to concentrate on your application essay, preparing for the SAT, admissions interviews and completing the application itself.
The college admission process can be overwhelming at times. While some students may have the “do it myself” attitude, parents can be quite helpful in the process. Find out how!
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