Category Archives: February 2013
Your Applications Are In — What Happens Now?
Even if you have finished your college applications, and are enjoying that wonderful feeling of relief that comes with the last submission, don’t put away those user names and passwords. Many colleges allow students to check the status of an … Continue reading
Focus on Majors: Business
Business, the most popular college major, accounted for approximately 22% of all bachelors’ degrees awarded recently, according to The National Center for Education Statistics. As the cost of higher education rises and more students face greater job and financial pressures, … Continue reading
Financial Matters: An Online Search for Scholarships
The internet has vastly simplified the process of searching and applying for scholarships. Free scholarship databases abound; register at several sites since their search parameters may be different, giving you access to a greater variety of scholarships. One caveat: you … Continue reading
The Coming of the MOOCs
The chances look good that there’s a MOOC in your future. MOOC stands for “Massive Open Online Course”, and this new technology is likely to impact education as we know it. Many of you are familiar with online courses and … Continue reading
Athletes and College Recruiting
Are you an underclassman dreaming of playing your sport in college? Do you wonder how to make your involvement in athletics enhance your chances of admission? Here are some guidelines for prospective college athletes. Choose a college by following the … Continue reading
