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Here's what to do the week before the SAT or ACT.
ACT & SAT

The Week Before Your ACT/SAT Test

You’re a week away from your ACT/SAT test and the countdown has begun. These 7 days are crucial and you must use them wisely so you are as prepared as you can for test day. Seven days may seem like plenty of time but you may find that the days will just slip away from …
Here's our explanation of the ACT science section
ACT & SAT

How To Navigate The ACT Science Section

Knowing what to expect and understanding how the questions are structured in the ACT science section can help to make this test less stressful. The first thing you should know is that the science section of the ACT is unlike any other science test you’ve taken in high school. The ACT science section tests your …
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scholarships

Scholarships for Sociology Majors

Sociology students study the various aspects of social development and social structure. They focus on the study of the collective behavior of people in different societies as opposed to the study of individual behavior. Students who major in sociology can go on to specialize in a number of interesting fields including social inequality, criminal injustice, …
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scholarships

Scholarships for Geography Majors

A major in geography can lead to several interesting career options. Qualified geographers are in high demand in the public and private sectors where they may be employed in a wide range of fields including but not limited to meteorology, urban planning, exploration, land surveying, GPS navigation, geographic information systems, disaster relief, conservation, and even …
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student loans

Student Loan Basics: What You Need To Know

While borrowing money to fund your college education may be unavoidable, there is a lot you can do to reduce the impact of the loan on your personal finances. It all starts with understanding the basics of student loans—the terms involved, the different types of loans, when and why you may need a co-signer, and …