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Why is Princeton University a Top-Rated School?

By Hilary CairnsPublished on September 26, 2023

Princeton University is regularly named one of the best schools in the United States by College Raptor, and for 2024, it made the list of Top 50 Best Colleges once again. Let’s explore why Princeton is considered such a good school. Princeton University Was Ranked #2 by College Raptor for 2024 College Raptor released our …

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State Grants for Pennsylvania

By Hilary CairnsPublished on September 26, 2023

Did you know that Pennsylvania offers several state grants to students to help make college more affordable and accessible? We’ve outlined some of their programs, plus provided details on how you can find out more information and apply below. Pennsylvania State Grants 1. Pennsylvania State Grant The Pennsylvania State Grant is hosted by the Pennsylvania …

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Colleges in Arkansas and Why It’s a Great Place to go to School

By Hilary CairnsPublished on September 26, 2023

Arkansas is known for its college sports teams, natural beauty, and many, many lakes. Nicknamed the “Natural State,” this is the perfect place to earn your college degree if you love the outdoors and want to experience everything nature has to offer during your free time.  We’ve put together a list of some of the …

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State Grants for Oregon College Students

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 6, 2023

Oregon has a number of grants dedicated to students who are going to college! If you’re interested in applying, we’ve outlined some of the details and qualifications below plus provide some links to help you get additional information. Oregon State Grants 1. Oregon Opportunity Grant The Oregon Opportunity Grant, or OOG, is a state-funded grant …

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Studying Abroad? Here’s How to Get a Student Visa

By Hilary CairnsPublished on September 21, 2023

Are you planning on studying abroad? While these programs provide unique opportunities to students who participate, you do need to take care of a few things before you head to another country. One step you may have not realized you had to complete? Getting your student visa. It’s a requirement for attending college in another …

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10 Least Common Majors

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on September 24, 2024

We’ve previously talked about the most common majors among recently graduated undergraduate students in the United States, but what about uncommon majors? Using the data published by the U.S. Department of Education, National Center for Education Statistics, Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) for 2020-2021, we’ve put together a list of 10 of the least …

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Tips for Students Who are Undecided on Their Major

By Hilary CairnsPublished on September 13, 2023

As you’re getting ready to graduate high school, the number one question you’re going to hear is, “So, what college are you going to go to?” That one will be quickly followed by, “What are you going to major in?” If you don’t have an answer to that second question, you’re not alone – and …

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How To Go to College Debt Free (Or with Less Debt)

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 15, 2023

No one wants to graduate college under a mountain of student loan debt that needs to be repaid. And as a result, some students are actually forgoing the college experience all together in order to save their future finances. While sometimes it is unavoidable if you want to go to a particular college or study a …

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Using ChatGPT as a tool – An Emerging Skill

By Hilary CairnsPublished on September 11, 2023

ChatGPT has been banned from many schools due to its ability to make cheating easier than ever. Students simply put in a prompt and the tool returns a full essay, completed math equations, and other finished school work.  While using ChatGPT can result in plagiarism and students simply not learning the lessons, there are upsides …