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When your college search starts turning up results, it can be tough to know exactly what it's like to attend the institution at hand. It's for that reason many people will take trips to campuses, travelling many miles in some cases to see for themselves what the school has to offer. And while making any visit can be helpful, there are specific ways that people can take full advantage of it.…

Applying to college can be one of the most stressful periods in a person's life. Whereas most students have been told which classes to take throughout high school and earlier, now they are on their own when considering which majors are offered and what area sparks their interest as they apply to colleges.
There are certain fields that have become more popular over the years.…

The cost of attending college can be quite substantial, especially if the school of choice is a distinguished institution. However, ambitious high school students can help reduce the overall expense by qualifying for scholarships for college. In a recent column for U.S. News and World Report, Matt Konrad of Scholarship America listed some of the top ways students could qualify for grants while in high school.…

One of the biggest challenges you'll face as a college student is the intense study schedule that comes with many majors. And while the prospect of starting a new academic life can make some people nervous, it also gives you the chance to learn about subjects that interest you. To give yourself the best chance for a successful transition, getting into the right study habits will prove to be crucial.…

While most people have already moved into their dorms or off-campus housing to begin their college career, there are still many questions about college life on the minds of freshmen and maybe even some upperclassmen alike. Luckily, thanks to the internet and other sources, there are many tools that can help students navigate this life-changing event.
One person who has spent quite a bit of time on the issue is Georgia State University professor Perry Binder.…

As students in high school start to think about college, many will be concerned about the growing cost. For those with limited resources, there are a whole host of opportunities to obtain grants based on high grades. However, it can be daunting to figure out the best way to obtain one of these important support packages.
In an effort to help those in need, International College Counselors CEO Mandee Heller Adler recently shared a number of different tips for high school students looking for scholarships.…

As students in high school start to think about college, many will be concerned about the growing cost. For those with limited resources, there are a whole host of opportunities to obtain grants based on high grades and scores on tests. However, it can be daunting to figure out exactly how best to obtain one of these important support packages.
In an effort to help those in need, International College Counselors CEO Mandee Heller Adler recently shared a number of different tips for high school students looking for scholarships.…

One of the reasons that many people feel a special connection to institutions of higher education is based on the many long-standing traditions that give students a deeper connection to their colleges and universities. The following is a list of some of the most interesting traditions in schools around the country, based on information from experts at Unigo.com.
Wet birthday fun at Occidental College
For students with birthdays at Occidental College in Los Angeles, the occasion is usually marked with an annual Birthday Dunk in the Lucille Gilman Memorial Fountain.…

When a student leaves home for college, it can be quite an emotional experience. For many, it will be the first time that they have been away from their parents for an extended period of time. It's not always easy to know exactly what to expect and what mistakes to avoid as they begin their journey through higher education. The following are tips for college students who want to have the best experience possible.…

Every college student has four years to pack as much into his or her mind as possible before heading out into the world. While some will head on to graduate school, others will enter the workforce and start making their way up the occupational ladder. No matter your plans, be sure to do these four things before you earn your bachelor's degree.…