Journal — College Planning Center and Guides
The job market is now more competitive than it has ever been before. Even people with college degrees from top universities are finding it hard to get a job that pays well and has room for advancement. However, there are several careers that are good for college graduates to pursue because there is a national […]
You’ve just graduated from high school, and everyone is expecting you to declare your college major. The only thing is, you don’t have a clue as to what you want to major in at this point in your life. Should you choose a major that will command a high salary? Or, should you choose something […]
Many college students find themselves with few monthly bills—a portion of tuition is being taken care of by their parents, another portion through a scholarship or loan, and housing is paid twice a year instead of once a month. Most of the money they make goes toward their morning coffee and the latest movie. If […]
Going to college is a huge step in a young person’s life. Whether you are moving a half hour from home or three hours, the change will be an adjustment at first. Those that move long distance to college have to mentally and physically prepare themselves for a successful transition. Pack Early In today’s society, […]
Need a flexible job while completing your degree, but really don’t want to work in the food services industry? Here are six job ideas that can earn you a little extra income and build your resume. 1: Customer Service Customer service encompasses a large portion of the job sector, from reception positions to sales associates […]
Online classes have made it possible for students to pursue careers they never thought possible. What started off as a few online classes in only a few select schools has now evolved into a common and very popular thing, with more degrees offered every day. There are even some law degrees you can earn online. […]
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 […]
Many people exercise their bodies, but they forget to exercise their brain too. The brain needs stimulation and training each day in order to work properly later on in life. If you do not keep your brain in proper shape, then you will start to struggle with critical thinking, memory, and logic as you get […]
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 […]
Are you indecisive about the degree that you want to pursue in college? If you are trying to select the best major where demand for graduates is high, engineering may be the best choice. As you are comparing your options, you need to consider projected growth within specific industries, as well as your potential for […]