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SAT Subject Tests: Physics

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

You’ve taken (or will take) the SAT or ACT, but have you considered the benefits of the SAT Subject Tests? If you have a strong background in physics and are wishing to pursue a career in this science field, you can give your college applications a strong boost with the Physics test. Here’s a rundown …

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What NOT To Pack For College

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

As you’re making your packing list of what to bring to college this year, you’ll probably write down quite a few items that you end up not wanting to bring or you shouldn’t be taking to the dorm at all. Here are a few things you should definitely not pack for college: Prohibited Items Your …

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SAT Subject Tests: Mathematics Level 2

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

If you’re interested in a particular subject and want to let your school know about your passion for it and your knowledge of the subject itself, SAT Subject Tests are a great way to do just that. In this previous article, we covered Mathematics Level 1, but here’s what you can expect from Level 2. …

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How to Determine Your “First Year Salary” For Student Loans

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

You may have already heard that it’s a smart idea to keep your student loan debt under your first year’s salary after you graduate. This tactic can help you save money and pay off your debt in a shorter time frame. However, you’re not a psychic and most likely no one in your family is …

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3 Myths About Financial Aid

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

There are plenty of misunderstandings when it comes to financial aid for college, particularly when it involves the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, also known as the FAFSA. Here are just three you may have heard: FAFSA Equals Free Money Some parents and students apply for the FAFSA under the impression that any offers …

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How To Avoid Packing Too Much for Freshman Year of College

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

As you enjoy the summer before your freshman year of college, you should also remember that there are a few things you need to be thinking about. One of those is “what to pack.” However, one of the big problems students make is packing too much. There are a few ways to avoid that. Make …

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How to Prepare for Student Loans Over This Summer

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

You should definitely be enjoying your summer before you head off to college, but there are a few things you’ll need to take care of. Between the vacations and college orientation, you’ll want to remember to think about your student loans. Here’s how you can prepare: Keep All Documents Together You’ve likely received a lot …

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What Does It Really Mean To Have “Financial Need?”

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

You probably see a lot of documents, articles, or websites talking about “financial need,” especially when it comes to FAFSA, student loans, and scholarships. However, there is a bit more to financial need than you may realize. This is a quick run down dispelling some of the myths and explaining the terms that surround demonstrated …

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Why You Shouldn’t Take Both the ACT and SAT

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

It’s often suggested that you should take both tests to see if you do better on one than the other, but this isn’t the rule of thumb for everyone. In fact, taking both may be detrimental to your scores. Here’s why taking both the ACT and SAT may not be the best decision for you. …