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college search

People You Should Meet During a College Visit

During a college visit, you will most likely be meeting with a member of the admissions team or even an alumnus that will help you and your group view the school. While you probably have a ton of questions for them, you should also be designing questions for other people. These are just a few …
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tips tools & advice

College Freshman Move In Day FAQs

If you’re moving into your college dorm, you may have a few questions prior to the move in date. Here are just a few of the most frequently asked questions. When Do I Move In? College students’ move in date depends entirely on their specific school. Your college should have it listed on their website …
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financial aid

Different Forms of Federal Financial Aid

By now, you’ve probably heard of FAFSA, or the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, but do you know all the different forms of federal aid and how they can help you? Read on to see the different types you may qualify for: Student Loans The most well known result of FAFSA is loans. However, …
college applications

FAQ About College Application Essays

Most likely, one of the mandatory aspects of your college applications are the essays. If you have a few questions, these commonly asked ones may help you out when it comes to writing. What Do I Write  About? This is probably the most commonly asked question when it comes to college applications. In most cases, …
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college search

FAQ About Community College 2+2 Programs

Some students decide to go to community college for two years for their Associate’s and then attend a four-year college to focus on their major and earn their Bachelor’s. Attending community college for two years, then transferring to a college or university for another two years is known as a 2 + 2 program, and …
Follow these three packing tips for when you're moving to your dorm room
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3 Unique and Helpful College Packing Tips

You may know by now: packing too much when you’re heading to your freshman year of college is super easy. However, not all planning and packing skills are going to be known to you right away, especially if you’re the first person in your family who is going to college. Here are three unique and …
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scholarships

3 More Scholarships for LGBTQ+ Students

We recently talked about seven scholarships for LGBTQ+ students, but those aren’t the only ones available. There are dozens of scholarship opportunities out there. We’ve found three more LGBTQ+ scholarships to help continue your search. Victor Agnoni Visual Arts Foundation Scholarship Amount: Varies Deadline: April 24, 2020 Nicholas Agnoni created the Victor Agnoni Visual Arts …
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college search

Pros And Cons Of Starting College In The Spring

Some 4-year colleges and universities, but not all, allow students to start in the spring semester. Starting college in the spring can give you a headstart on your education. However, students could find themselves overwhelmed in their new environment without preparation. Most college students start college in the fall. Many “moving in day” pictures take …
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student life

5 Things All Students Must Do At Their College Orientation

Attending college orientation can be exciting and nerve-wracking at the same time, but plenty of students will be in your shoes. You’re all in this together. There are plenty of things to do during this event. Here are 5 things all students should do at their college orientation: Participate There are going to be a …

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