Planning for College Archives — Page 39 of 40 — College Planning Center and Guides
Single-gender education institutions and programs have been making a comeback since the No Child Left Behind Act decreased the restriction of single-sex programs in 2006. But do single-sex schools really give your child an advantage? According to the experts, it depends on the institution and your child. Sending your son or daughter to a single-sex […]
Sending your kids off to school for the first time is an exciting time, but it can also be frightening. Ease the transition for both you and your child by preparing him or her. Avoiding culture shock is the best way to prepare for a new school in a new environment. Making sure your child […]
The wage growth for workers with high school diplomas, undergraduate degrees and graduate degrees was evaluated over the last decade. The wages of high school graduates plummeted while the wages of bachelor degree holders remained stagnant and graduate degree holders had a rapid pay increase. With the accessibility to financial aid and dual enrollment programs […]
College admission is the next important stage in a student’s life once the tertiary education is over. However, this is definitely not an easier decision to make as you have to look for the right course in the right institution to ensure a secure future. Despite the fact that college admission is a critical step […]
The early days of searching for a college are exciting and fun. Once it comes time to actually fill out the applications, the process becomes quite stressful; it’s a reality check that reminds students about the important decision they are about to make. As a parent, it’s important to lay the groundwork for a smooth […]
Although there are many things an individual can do in order to lead a more productive and positive life, attaining a college degree may be the most significant. This is the case for several reasons, including the fact that the college environment provides people with networking experiences they can use to begin their careers after […]
So you’re thinking about going to law school and now you’re trying to figure out how to tackle the LSAT. The LSAT, or Law School Admission Test, is administered four times a year for prospective law school attendees. A high score on the LSAT exam can make the difference between getting into your top choice […]
The SAT test is about to change. Again. The College Board announced in March 2014 that the current test format would be changed with the new test arriving in Spring 2016. The College Board is also eyeing leveling the playing field, by making test preparation materials available to the Khan Academy. In turn, Khan would […]
Whether you’re about to take the SAT or ACT for the first time or have decided to retest for a better score, you’re probably devoting a lot of time to test-preparation and study. While performing well on the ACT or SAT does take a lot of time and dedication beforehand, there are a few simple […]
The Law School Admission Test (LSAT) is a challenging exam that tests the verbal, logic, and reading skills of those who wish to enter law school. This exam is offered several times a year and is a necessary hurdle to overcome on the path to becoming a lawyer. If you are planning on taking the […]