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College Students Busy Schedules Make Them a Great Target for Service Providers

admin — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 07:29:47 +0000

Many businesses are reluctant to advertise to college students because they feel that college students lack the extra funds to spend on services that are considered luxuries. The fact that many businesses sense that leaves an opening for businesses that are willing to take the time and money to t...

Applying to Universities And Colleges

admin — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 05:38:03 +0000

It is always advisable to fasten the process of applying in colleges and/or universities, as sometimes many college courses fill up quickly, which is why early applications often stand a better chance of acceptance and also if you apply early then in that case then there are fair chances for you ...

College Survival Tips - It Helps to Stay Positive

admin — Sun, 08 Jun 2008 06:33:16 +0000

Discover the trait likeable people are known for. Your college and career success depends on it.

In all of the 3 semesters Linda had been at school, she'd chosen classes that had "a bunch of jerks" in them. Hmmmm. . . Imagine that. In a year and a half of school, in meeting hundreds of p...

Safely Save for Your Child’s University Studies Using An Education IRA!

admin — Sat, 07 Jun 2008 05:28:20 +0000

This investment retirement account (IRA) is useful to you as an investor to understand because it may be a good way for you to save for your kid's education AND save on taxes. These plans are now called Coverdell Education Savings Accounts in honor of the late U.S. Sen. Paul Coverdell. Individua...

College Tip What Never to Admit, Even If You’re Being Honest

admin — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 05:09:48 +0000

College tips that no one will tell you, but that are critical to your college success are the essence of my guides for college students, including my book "College Success Your Way" What Your Professors Won't Tell You and Your Friends Don't Know." Some college students haven't quite thought...

Career Planning for College Students and Recent College Graduates

admin — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 05:03:16 +0000

How would you like to achieve more success at work in a faster amount of time than anyone with whom you graduate?

It's really quite simple. Have a plan. Have a career plan.

So many people approach the job search as a "somebody take me please" endeavor as opposed to planning ...

Colleges and Trade Schools; Learn a Trade if you Want to Get Paid

admin — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 06:34:33 +0000

If you are interested in increasing your quality of life, advancing your career or learning a new trade to help you succeed then perhaps you may wish to check out some of the industry specific programs available at some of the many trade college campuses out there.

It is incredible how much...

Finance Your Way To College

admin — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 07:31:08 +0000

If you have been dreaming of going to college, but don't have the money, you are in luck. With all of the college loans available, people of all different income levels are going to college to help make their dream come true. Loans for educational assistance can be an important assistance in col...

University of Maryland’s Comcast Center is Where the Action Is

admin — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 07:05:10 +0000

Want to gather with 17,950 of your closest friends for an exciting night of college basketball? There's no better place for it than the Comcast Center at the University of Maryland.

Completed in 2002, the Comcast Center is where Maryland's Terrapins battle on the hardwoods for basketball ...

Schools Out - Are You Considering Community College

admin — Sun, 01 Jun 2008 07:49:04 +0000

Community colleges are also known as junior colleges. Essentially, a community college is a two-year post-high-school institution that offers Associate degrees, certification programs and many other programs. Since community colleges are generally public schools, the emphasis is always on open ac...

Yes, you CAN go to College!

admin — Sat, 31 May 2008 05:29:02 +0000

If many new graduates are like my niece, they are wondering how to come up with money for college. I remember when I was a high school grad wondering the same thing, some thirty years ago.

I never thought about not going to college. But it wasn't obvious how I was going to afford it.

Why Choose a Private College

admin — Fri, 30 May 2008 06:07:32 +0000

Private colleges can be more expensive than public universities, and can have a more limited curriculum than the biggest government-funded schools. So why choose a private college, particularly a small one, over a state-run university?

Of course, opting for Harvard or Yale makes perfect sen...

How To Get A Good Job–Without A College Degree

admin — Thu, 29 May 2008 06:38:16 +0000

Most of us are taught at an early age to get a good education so that we can get a good job when we grow up. Our teachers, our counselors, our parents all have instilled these ideas into our brains to "Finish school, and then get a good job." As a parent, I couldn't think of any other lesson m...

Free College Scholarships

admin — Wed, 28 May 2008 06:48:41 +0000

Lack of funding is never an excuse for missing out on a college education, because there is financial help available if you know where to go to find them.

Every year, more than $80 billion is given to deserving students by either the federal government or hundreds of private foundations. Th...

Back to College - Remember to Prep for Class or Stay Quiet!

admin — Tue, 27 May 2008 06:34:31 +0000

Going back to college and getting in the swing of academics after a study free summer can take some time. Remember key study skills include: be ready for class, ask smart questions, avoid at all costs the dead give away questions of the clearly clueless college student.