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You Got In! Now What?

By Katelyn McAdamLast updated on December 22, 2022

Congrats! The envelope you’ve been waiting for came in the mail, and the letter said exactly what you’d hoped. You got in! You might have spent months or weeks crafting the perfect personal statement to set you apart from other applicants. You waited, hoped, and dreamed that this day would come, and it finally has! Everyone has been …

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Universal College Application (UCA): Should You Use It?

By Katelyn McAdamLast updated on January 24, 2023

College applications are a unique beast. Depending on how many schools you’re applying to, your applications could take an afternoon or an entire month (or 3). You have to know all your personal information, list out all of your extracurriculars, select a major, and, of course, write the essay. And since each school has its …

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When a M.Ed./MAT Pulls Double Duty: College Credits and License Renewal

By Katelyn McAdamLast updated on December 22, 2022

Professional development, continuing education, and licensure renewal, oh my! Teachers have approximately zero hours of free time in a day, but they also have lists of things they have to accomplish before each day is over. There is lesson planning, paper grading, seat rearranging, and so much more, but it’s worth it — it’s all for …

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4 Ways to Optimize Your Summer While Working on Your M.Ed.

By Katelyn McAdamLast updated on December 22, 2022

Everybody thinks teachers have the easiest job because they get summers off. Those of us in the schools know that this is far from the truth. Yes, teachers have the summer “off”, but that just means they aren’t getting paid, not that they aren’t working. Some teachers use their summer months to rework curriculum, revamp …

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7 Scholarships for Education Majors

By Katelyn McAdamLast updated on December 22, 2022

Getting a degree in education to become a teacher is great until you see your bill. It’s no secret that teachers don’t make top dollar. Digging your way out of student loan debt with a teacher’s salary isn’t easy. That’s why you should try to find as many scholarships for education majors as soon as …

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7 Scholarships for Students in Missouri

By Katelyn McAdamLast updated on December 22, 2022

Searching for scholarships can take a lot of time. Thus, we’re sorting through the billions of dollars worth of award money for you! Here are a few Missouri scholarships you should apply for if you’re a student there: 1. Missouri Mayflower Society Scholarship Amount: Varies Deadline: TBD for 2021 This scholarship is open to high …

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The 10 Best Scholarships for Christian Students

By Katelyn McAdamLast updated on December 22, 2022

There are many scholarships available through religious organizations. These can come from the colleges themselves, or your local church. The scholarships discussed on this list do not include local-level church scholarships, so be sure to ask your pastor if there are any award opportunities in your area or through your church. 1. Colorado Christian Scripture …

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5 Cheerleading Scholarships to Apply For

By Katelyn McAdamLast updated on December 22, 2022

The age-old debate of whether or not cheerleading should be considered a sport is still in full swing. But good news, many colleges and universities are also starting to give scholarships for cheer. While many cheerleading scholarships won’t cover your entire tuition, any money you don’t have to repay means taking out fewer loans. Here …

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The Common Application: Should You Use It?

By Katelyn McAdamLast updated on December 14, 2023

Working on college applications can be a daunting process. It’s your senior year of high school and you have a lot on your mind (mainly the future) not to mention all the social events taking place. And we all have those relatives–every time you’re at a family gathering it’s “where are you going to college …