Scholarshipzone

While the superficial price of the average college tuition continues to increase, some major universities are providing financial aid for school to a surprising majority of students, according to a recent report by U.S. News. For example, the news source pointed to Harvard University, which offered a 75 percent discount to two-thirds of its new students in 2011.
The article stated that 60 percent of the Harvard student community getting need-based financial aid for college paid just under $15,000 during one academic year, including tuition, fees, room and board, even though Harvard's official price tag is much closer to $40,000 a year.…

Although the prevalence of digital downloading may have rendered music a less profitable arm of the entertainment industry than it once was, some successful musicians and business leaders want to help the next generation. To do this, they're providing scholarships for students considering a career in the music business.
"There is this myth that there is a wall, and on the other side of the wall there are people trying to keep you out.…

Although acquiring a Master's degree can be very time consuming, and may require finding more financial aid for college, The Huffington Post recently published a list of reasons why earning an MA or MS could be a good long-term career choice.
The news source said that if a bachelor's or associate's degree hasn't led to employment quite yet, more time spent in school could fill long gaps of unemployment.…

Merit scholarships, which provide money for college for students based on their achievements in high school, may be good options for those seeking financial aid for college, have a significantly impressive grade point average, do well on their standardized tests, and like the idea of completing their undergraduate studies in their home state.
However, research has emerged from the Harvard Kennedy School showing that merit scholarships may not be the best option for everyone who needs financial aid for school, as reported by Slate Magazine.…

If you're interested in taking advantage of college scholarships and online scholarships to enroll in a postsecondary institution, you might want to consider choosing a concentration before you begin pursuing a degree. Selecting a growing career field can improve your chances of finding a job after graduation.
One job you might want to think about if you love working one-on-one with people and offering your services to others is sales.…

While it's important to think long and hard about where you want to go to school, transferring is always a possibility. Here are some tips for college students looking to switch schools.
Course transfers
Knowing what class credits will transfer from one school to another is a vital aspect of switching colleges. Understanding which classes will go toward helping you complete your major and which ones won't could be a good way to narrow down which schools you want to attend.…

Starting college can be a daunting process for students of any age. Whether you are a recent high school graduate or someone who has decided to go back to school in order to obtain more skills or get a better job, there are ways that people can ensure more success long-term at college.
In a recent article for the Chicago Tribune, Vince Dixon writes that one of the key ways to get started on the right foot is to establish a solid relationship with professors.…

Getting through college on your own can be extremely difficult, even for the most prepared student. Though you may feel ready for this experience, you shouldn't feel that you need to take this journey on your own. One of the best ways to help you on your way is to find a mentor who will help you in your quest for a rewarding undergraduate adventure.…

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.…

Bright lights, big city. Some high school students look forward to escaping to urban environments just as much as they look forward to college itself. When your school of higher learning is located in the heart of a thriving metropolis, the city provides half your education, after all. Where else can you find such diversity in food, film, art and - of course - people?…