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5 FREE College Resume Templates

Key Takeaways A college resume can be defined as a brief, one-page summary of a student’s high school accomplishments that highlights relevant education, extracurriculars, work experience, and skills. Important sections in a college resume include contact information, a summary statement, education, extracurricular activities, work experience, and relevant skills. Essential tips for creating a college resume …
college search

How to Choose the Right Safety Schools

Key Takeaway: A safety school is a college or university where you are likely to be accepted because your grades and test scores are higher than the average student. Applying to two or three safety schools that offer your major, fit your budget, and meet your personal preferences can ensure you have good options if …
scholarships

Scholarships with November Deadlines

November is National Scholarship Month, a month dedicated to raising awareness and excitement of all the scholarships that students can apply for! And in the name of getting excited about scholarships, why not check out these opportunities that all have November deadlines. There are several scholarships available, including: A full financial support scholarship for high-achieving …
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college search

The Best Culinary Schools in the World

Key Takeaway The Culinary Institute of America, Le Cordon Bleu, Institute of Culinary Education, Johnson and Wales University – Providence, Sullivan University National Center for Hospitality Studies, Kendall College of Culinary Arts, and the Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts are some of the best culinary schools in the World. These top rated institutions offer …
majors & industries

A Beginner’s Guide to Navigating Medical School Admissions and Acceptance Rates

The overall allopathic medical school acceptance rate is about 43%. Key factors that influence a med student’s acceptance are overall academic performance (including MCAT scores), extracurricular activities, and a strong personal statement. Acceptance rates for med school varies by institution and other factors like in-state vs. out-of-state, public vs. private, and undergrad major. Understanding medical …
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careers & internships

The 25 Highest-Paying Jobs in the World

The highest-paying jobs in 2024 include physicians and surgeons, CEOs, engineering managers, financial managers, corporate lawyers, software engineers, data scientists, project managers, architects, and web developers. Although, location, company, experience, and level of education all play a factor. If you want to land one of the highest-paying jobs in the world, read on! Learn more about …
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tips tools & advice

How To Write a Thesis Statement (With Examples)

Key Takeaways A thesis statement is the sentence at the end of your introduction. It states your position on your topic and summarizes your overall argument. To write a strong thesis statement, you’ll need to start by phrasing your topic as a question. Then, answer it to get a clear stance and add specific details …
scholarships

9 Scholarships for Current College Students

Scholarships are awesome in that there are scholarships you can apply for all year round, it’s money to use towards your education costs that don’t have to be paid back, and there are scholarships available to current college students! We know that, between classes, homework, and balancing a social life, things can get busy—so we’ve …

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