Hilary Cairns

Hilary Cairns is a graduate of SUNY New Paltz and has a BA in English/Creative Writing. She's an established freelance writer who also has a hand in marketing, social media, and editing for various businesses across the United States.
What is net price?
affordability & college cost

The Importance of Knowing Your Net Price

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
There are a lot of prices out there thrown around when it comes to your college education. From sticker price to tuition to room and board, it can be a bit confusing what these terms mean in relation to how much you’ll pay for a year at a particular school. That’s why it’s so important …
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scholarships

Scholarships for Zoology / Animal Biology Majors

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on February 27, 2025
Has the search for scholarships begun? Possess a passion for supporting wildlife? These are great scholarships for zoology / animal biology for students in those majors. Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Wildlife Leadership Awards Amount: $5,000 Deadline: April The Wildlife Leadership Awards program (WLA) promotes leadership among wildlife professionals. The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation (RMEF) hosts …
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college majors & minors

How to Discover the Best Major For You

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
If you’re struggling to decide on a major, you’re not alone. Many students aren’t quite sure what they’d like to study and those that are sure sometimes change their mind once they start attending school. It’s not uncommon for college students to change their major once or even twice before graduating. Here are some tips …
Greek life
college search

Should You Base Your Final College Choice on Greek Life?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
Are you thinking about joining a fraternity or sorority while you’re in college? Greek life might weigh heavily on you when it comes to choosing a college, but there are a few things you should be considering before you let it affect your final decision. Is it Important To You? There’s no denying it: Greek …
Here's how to pick between two colleges with another college visit
college search

How Another College Visit Can Help You Pick Between Two Colleges

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
Did you receive your acceptance letters? Congratulations! Now comes what could possibly be a tough choice: Which school do you pick? If you’re stuck between two, another visit to the campuses can help you decide. Here’s how to pick between two colleges with another college visit: You’ve Narrowed It Down If you applied to a …
Start your summer college prep as soon as possible!
college applications

10 Ways to Prep for College in the Summer

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on April 8, 2024
Summer break means no school and endless fun. But amidst the excitement, don’t forget the importance of planning for your future. College prep is all about getting yourself ready for the next step in your education journey. It involves a range of tasks aimed at helping you apply to colleges and succeed once you’re enrolled. …

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