Archive | April, 2012

What are the SAT IIs?

April 30, 2012

If you have any designs on attending college after high school, you've likely heard about the SATs or ACTs. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, approximately 47 percent of high school graduates took the SATs during the 2009-2010 school year. However, you may be confused about what the SAT IIs are and how they can benefit you. Here is some basic information to help you sort out these tests.…

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I don’t know what my major should be!

April 30, 2012

Whether you've already been accepted to college or are still in the application process, picking a college major can be a tough decision. Though some students have an idea of what they want to study going into freshman year, many remain undecided or even change majors multiple times as undergraduates. If you're struggling to discover the right academic path for you, here are some tips to help.…

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Common SAT testing errors

April 30, 2012

As one of the most important tests you will likely face in your life, the SATs are not to be taken lightly. If you do well on this exam, you'll have a great shot at being accepted to a college of your choice while being eligible for rewarding scholarship opportunities. However, many high school students commit grave but avoidable strategic errors when taking the SAT.…

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Exam tips for the SATs

April 30, 2012

According to the National Center for Education Statistics, nearly 47 percent of high school graduates took the SATs during the 2009-2010 school year. Not only does success on this exam increase your chances of being accepted into college, but it can open up great scholarship opportunities to pay for the rising cost of tuition. However, earning a good score on the SATs is no cakewalk - it involves as much strategy as it does knowledge.…

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Should I be taking the SATs or ACTs?

April 30, 2012

There are many different things you need to do in preparation for college, and it can be easy to feel overwhelmed or confused about application requirements. Along with myriad options facing you for scholarships and financial aid, you might be wondering about the differences between the SATs and ACTs. While both are used as criteria for being accepted as an undergraduate, the SAT and ACT both offer unique testing methods.…

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How to prepare for the SATs

April 30, 2012

As high school graduation draws nearer, you've started preparing yourself for transitioning to college. Before you worry about college applications or scholarship opportunities, you'll likely have to pass the SATs. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, nearly 47 percent of high school graduates took the SATs during the 2009-2010 school year. Though you can't exactly prepare for this exam as you would a regular school test, you can ready yourself in other ways.…

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Attend school where the jobs are located

April 27, 2012

While applying to college scholarship opportunities are helpful for offsetting the rising cost of tuition, you'll need to find a job quickly after graduation if you want to build a financially stable future for yourself. Though many students believe they can pick up and move wherever they want as post-grads, loan debt and lack of a paycheck can make this easier said than done.…

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Three ways to apply to college

April 27, 2012

As the prospect of leaving high school and heading off to college draws closer, figuring out the application process will become a major part of your life. Scholarship opportunities are important for offsetting the rising costs of higher education tuition. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, 66 percent of undergraduates were awarded financial aid of some level during the 2007 to 2008 school year, which means that your chances of receiving some of that money are good.…

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Afraid your grades aren’t good enough for college?

April 27, 2012

While ideally every high school student should care deeply about their academic performance, the truth is that many young people don't start trying until the prospect of college is right around the corner. If you fit this description, you may be worried that your GPA isn't high enough to get into a decent school - much less qualify for scholarship opportunities.…

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Dental hygiene could be your path to a rewarding career

April 27, 2012

Pursuing a career in medicine may sound like an exciting opportunity, but for many people the amount of time, schooling and financial obligations necessary to earn a doctorate can make them reassess this career goal. However, not everyone involved in healthcare fields require an expensive doctoral degree in order to practice. In particular, the road to becoming a dental hygienist may seem far more manageable.…

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