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Choosing a College Major That Will Earn You Cash

July 10, 2024

Many people will advise that your college major should be something you feel passionate about, but you also have to factor in the job you hope to get after school. Some careers seem nice on paper but can’t even earn the necessary wages to pay back student loans. Here are a few things to remember that will help you …

College Applications Will Test Your Organization Skills

July 3, 2024

No, there won’t be a literal test. But if you are going to apply to a balanced list of colleges, you are going to need to be well-organized to accomplish …

College Application Essay Tips

June 26, 2024

You have to nail the essay on your college applications if you want to stand out among the piles of applications that come across an admissions officer’s desk. Of course, …

Essential Tips for Getting College Application Essays Started

June 19, 2024

Perhaps nothing intimidates students more during college application season than getting their essays started. Here are a few essential tips that can get you going in the right direction. Read …

How to Ask for a Letter of Recommendation for College

June 12, 2024

Your college applications may expect you to attach a letter of recommendation from a family member, coworker, teacher, guidance counselor, or someone else. But sometimes, the most awkward part of …

3 Things to Know About College Recommendation Letters

June 5, 2024

Some colleges will require that you submit letters of recommendation along with your application. What should these letters contain, and are they really vital to getting an acceptance letter? Here …

Hire a Private College Counselor to Get These Benefits

May 29, 2024

Maybe you have heard that some of your classmates are hiring private college counselors, and you were wondering what the benefits are when most high schools have an in-house counselor. …