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Imagine standing at a fork in the road, where each path leads to a different adventure. One trail is lush and well-trodden with signs of prestige—that's your Ivy League. The other path offers wide spaces filled with vibrant diversity and affordability—this is your state school route.
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As the cost of education continues to rise, understanding your student loan options is crucial. This month, we explore the various types of student loans, and their features, and offer insights into managing your student loan debt.
Understanding the Landscape of Student Loans
Student loans...
When it comes to college applications, letters of recommendation can make a significant impact. These letters provide insight into your character, achievements, and potential as a student. Admissions officers rely on them to gain a better understanding of who you are beyond grades and test...
The college application process can be overwhelming and stressful. From researching colleges to writing essays and gathering recommendation letters, there's a lot to manage. However, with the right strategies and mindset, you can navigate the process smoothly and alleviate some of the stress. In...
In today's competitive college admissions landscape, a strong academic record is just the beginning. Admissions officers are increasingly looking for well-rounded applicants who have actively pursued their passions and demonstrated leadership skills through extracurricular activities. In this...
The month of August marks a crucial juncture for high school students embarking on their journey towards higher education. With college application deadlines looming on the horizon, it's imperative to strategize effectively and make the most of this pivotal time. As a dedicated college...
After a stressful year of completing college applications and waiting for admission decisions, students and parents are relieved to make a final choice and send the enrollment deposit. But while the anxiety about getting into college is over, the emotional roller coaster continues as the family...
A is for the bank account you’ll want to open. Choose a bank with offices near both your home and your college, so your parents can easily add money.
B is for the budget. Create a realistic one that allows for unexpected expenses.
C stands for credit rating. Be wary of building up balances...
Americans are obsessed with food. We spend vast amounts of time and money in a quest for the “perfect diet.” None of us ever seems happy with our current self— we constantly seek to lose or gain weight. By choosing to avoid meat or by not eating veal, we use our diets to make...
Molecular biology is the study of biology at the molecular level. It focuses on the structure and function of the molecules that form the basis of life. Molecular biologists explore cells, their characteristics and parts, chemical processes, and how molecules control cellular activity and growth....
When you’re putting together a college list, you will probably find some things you love and some things you’re not crazy about at each school. It’s like choosing a partner. You might have a wish list of 37 characteristics, but if you hold out for every single one, you could be...
The opportunity to live and study in a foreign country is seen by students and parents alike as not just a fun part of college, but necessary preparation for working in a global economy. In fact, studying abroad is considered so valuable that a few colleges actually require students to go abroad...
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