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While figuring out your college scholarship opportunities and course requirements are important preliminary steps as you enter your freshman year, much of your attention is likely focused on the social component of dorm life. In addition to making new friends, you may be wondering what sort of romantic encounters your school has in store for you. But before you go searching for your soul mate or a simple fling, here are some things you should know about college relationships.…

As you progress through high school, you've probably started thinking more deeply about the prospect of attending college - in particular, how you're going to afford rising tuition costs. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, the average annual tuition at a four-year college was nearly $33,000 during the 2009-2010 school year. Here are some tips on places to search for scholarship opportunities to make college more affordable.…

So you've made it through the college application process, and discovered that you've been accepted into several of your college choices - congratulations! Now that you have your real options laid out before you, it's time to make a final decision. Here are three factors that should and will influence where you end up going to school.
Financial aid
College tuition is expensive, and it gets higher every year, so it's important to pick a school that offers you an acceptable amount of financial aid, if possible.…

After months of preparation for your college-bound child, the reality of freshman move-in day can still be jarring as a parent - even if you feel like you've come to terms with your departing student. However, it's important to act appropriately throughout the process so your child gets off on the right foot as he or she begins dorm life as a freshman.…

Beginning your freshman year of college will throw a number of challenges your way that you may not have encountered before. With the average annual tuition at a four-year college nearly $33,000 during the 2009-2010 school year, according to the National Center for Education Statistics, you'll need to find scholarship opportunities to help counter the costs. However, there are a number of other task you'll need to master without the help of mom and dad as a student.…

While it's not true for all schools, certain colleges (especially competitive ones) require potential students to come in for an interview with admissions as part of their applications. According to the College Board, these meetings allow school representatives to evaluate candidates and delve deeper into their academic and extracurricular experiences for a more well-rounded understanding of their qualifications. If you're facing an upcoming college admissions interview, here are some tips to make it a success.…

While the majority of people enrolling as college freshman each year are fresh out of high school, an increasing number of adults are also joining the ranks of undergraduate and graduate students. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, enrollment for students age 25 and older increased by 43 percent between 2000 and 2009. Along with seeking beneficial scholarship opportunities to help with tuition costs, here are some tips for adults preparing to return to college.…

With so many different colleges and universities in the U.S., there is an ever-changing list of application requirements that students must fulfill to be accepted to their chosen schools. While there are many strategies that may aid your process and give you a leg up on the competition, you should beware not to fall victim to any application errors that may ruin your chances of acceptance.…

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.…

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.…