Posted on Tuesday, September 12th, 2017 under Jobs, Money, On Campus
As you look for on-campus jobs at your college, feel free to think outside the box. You do not have to end up working at a coffee kiosk or in the cafeteria (though these jobs are great if they appeal to you)!
In fact, there may be some on-campus jobs that allow you to get experience in the field you intend to enter. Before you update your resume, get an idea of some interesting jobs on campus before you apply just anywhere.
Look through your options, including library jobs, cafeteria jobs and jobs for professors, and find which one is a good choice for you and your schedule.
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Posted on Tuesday, May 30th, 2017 under Money, Student Life
Whether you’re a high school student who just passed their driver’s test, or a college student whose been saving up, your first car purchase can be one of the most exciting moments of your life. But before you grab the keys and drive off the lot, make sure you’re getting the most for your hard-earned money.
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Posted on Wednesday, March 8th, 2017 under Money, Paying for College, Scholarships
College can be pricey, especially when you consider the fact that you not only need to pay for tuition but also textbooks, rent, extra-curricular activities, transportation, food and entertainment. Thankfully, there are various forms of financial aid at your disposal.
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Posted on Monday, February 13th, 2017 under Money, Paying for College, Study Abroad, Travel
The idea of studying abroad is popular among many students, but the main problem that often comes up is how to pay for it. Fortunately, there are lots of methods of paying for study abroad programs, ensuring that most students who want to travel while they’re in school can do so. As you start making […]
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Posted on Tuesday, December 6th, 2016 under Money
A monthly budget can easily help you see where your money is going, allowing you to set some aside and learn financial responsibility so when the time comes, you’re prepared
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Posted on Wednesday, November 5th, 2014 under Applying to College, Choosing a College, Money
Preparing for and applying to college is no joke — especially when it comes to your top choices. Not only do you want to get into college, but you may also hope to get into a college with a good application.
The application process is also no joke when it comes to your wallet. College application fees can easily cost you nearly $100 a pop, so you’ll need to pick and choose carefully.
Here’s a list of 20 highly ranked colleges that also happen to have free applications.
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Posted on Tuesday, July 16th, 2013 under Jobs, Money
Whether you’re still in college or recently graduated, you might need some help finding a job.
Instead of feeling intimidated by the process, check out our job applications tips and feel a little more confident about your chances of being hired.
The following tips are simple but essential, and may set you apart from the crowd.
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Posted on Friday, December 14th, 2012 under Graduation, Money, Paying for College
Now that you’ve graduated from college, you are faced with many decisions, including the age-old question of how much money your alumni donation should be.
Wait, what?
Your first response may be shock, since you just spent at least four years paying for college, and now you are being asked for more money.
But after about the fifth letter pleading for additional financial help, you might start contemplating what the right amount would be for your alumni donation.
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Posted on Wednesday, December 5th, 2012 under Money, Paying for College, Scholarships
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It’s the little details on the college application that suddenly become daunting as you begin to apply to schools.
An example is the box that asks if you will apply for financial aid. Should you check it?
Before you decide, you need to acquaint yourself with the basics of need-blind and need-aware admissions.
And no matter which one appeals to you, be honest about your financial situation when you apply to college!
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