Planning for College Archives — Page 4 of 11 — College Planning Center and Guides
For a long time, lecturing has played a major role in education. However, you’ve probably had the experience of seeing students nod off as you’re talking. Verbally conveying information to students is useful at some points, yet constant lecture is dull for most learners. Instead of continuing to merely talk at your students, employ some […]
Everybody deserves the right to education, especially if it means you can reach your dream career by gaining a new qualification. Going to college is all about starting a new chapter in your life and working hard to achieve your goals. However, before you can get too excited about this new adventure, it is important […]
In the fall of 2017, state colleges and universities became tuition-free for New York residents whose families earn less than $100,000 a year. The limit will go up to $125,000 by 2019, meaning nearly 1 million families will be eligible. New York is the first state to offer free tuition to four-year universities. Other states […]
If you’re a non-traditional student, you may feel a certain apprehension about applying to college. When you’ve been out of school for some time, it can be hard to get teachers to write recommendation letters for you. If you never took college entrance exams, you may be rusty on some of the material you need […]
College is a stressful time for many students, but it is also a time to learn and prepare for a future career. In order to make college more fun and less stressful, there are several things you can do to make good use of your time and reduce stress. This article will provide some tips […]
In the simplest terms, standardized tests refer to exams in which those being examined are presented with identical sets of questions. Remember, the set of questions might not appear in the same order. While you might have started with the reading and comprehension bit, your friend might have tackled the math bit first. Essentially, standardized […]
Today, it’s far more common to see a college student walking around campus with a smartphone as opposed to a textbook. Social media plays an integral role in campus life, with social media platforms and apps being used as an important means of communication and staying connected. However, this spike in online activity on campuses […]
Transitioning from living at home with your parents and being in high school to living on your own and taking college classes can be stressful. Many aspects of your life may change within a very short period of time, and you will be forced to take on responsibilities that you may not yet be familiar […]
If you are in the midst of your college career, you may be experiencing some doubts. Are you absolutely sure you’re on the right path? You may have started with a definite vision in mind. However, if you are not positive that you have been going about it in the right way, you should know […]
In a world of rising uncertainty, poverty, and conflict, health science and medicine seem to be increasingly popular among up-and-coming generations of young, mindful individuals hell-bent on making the world a better place. With the rising popularity of health sciences among aspiring individuals, the problem of maximizing your chances of entering a desired medical school […]