Whether you already have student loans or you’re preparing to take some out, it’s important to know some things about the loans. If you’re not sure the answers to these three questions, it’s time to take a closer look. What Is Your Interest Rate? Your interest rate is one of the most important parts of …
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Examples of Work Study Programs
If you were accepted for a work study program as part of your financial aid or are looking to make money between courses, you may be curious about what type of jobs are available to you on campus. Each college is different when it comes to what they offer, but it’s entirely possible to apply …
What is the Student Support Services for Federal TRIO?
Student Support Services are one of the programs under the TRIO Program umbrella offered by the federal government. Designed to help low income students with school requirements, it may be a service you want to take advantage of. Here’s how it works: What Is TRIO? TRIO originally referred to three programs dedicated to education and …
What To Do If Your Dream School Campus Visit Disappoints You
When it comes time to visit your list of potential colleges, you’re probably looking forward to your dream school visit most of all. But what happens if you get there and it’s not everything you thought? It happens quite often. Students have an idea of what the college is like before the visit and it …
Why You Should Take the ACT / SAT Even If It’s Optional
Some college and universities actually don’t require you to take the ACT or SAT for your application or acceptance. However, even if your dream school is on the list of colleges that say the exams are “optional” it may still be in your best interests to take them. Here’s why you should still sign up …
What are TRIO Educational Opportunity Centers?
You may have not heard of them, but Educational Opportunity Centers are one part of the Federal TRIO Programs. If you’re from a disadvantaged background or area, they may be something you want to look into to ensure you’re starting your college education off on the right foot. Here is an explanation of TRIO is …
Use Score Averages At Your Dream School to Set an ACT/SAT Goal
When studying for the ACT or SAT, it’s best to have a goal before hand. However, do you know what to aim for? It helps to use your score averages at your dream school to set a goal before you get started. Here’s how you can make the most of the average scores: Finding the …
How a Major Can Help You Find a College
Narrowing down your college list can be difficult, but paying attention to what you need or want out of a school can help you find the perfect colleges for your education. One aspect you should pay special attention to is your intended major. Here’s how a major can help you find a college: Not All …
How To Make a Persuasive Essay on the ACT
During high school, you’re probably most used to writing an essay to prove a fact. You’ve probably written some though that focused on your opinion. That’s what the ACT looks for. They provide you with an essay topic where you have to write on your opinion and work on persuading the reader to see it …
How To Save Money on the ACT and SAT
Between taking the SAT or ACT (or both) and preparing for them, you may be worried about the cost. Currently, the SAT without an essay is $47.50 and with the essay is $64.50. The ACT is $50.50 without the essay and $67 with the writing section. On top of these costs, prep classes and tutors …
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