Hilary Cairns

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questions & answers

What is the difference between a major and minor in college?

Key takeaways: A major is an undergraduate student’s specific and main area of study, while a minor is a supplemental selection of courses based on goals or interests. Students typically have to declare a major to graduate with a bachelor’s, but a minor is rarely necessary. Choosing the right major (and potential minor) can impact …
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financial aid

2024-2025 FAFSA Changes: What You Should Know About!

Due to the FAFSA Simplification Act passed in 2021, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) has been undergoing some major changes in the past year. And it’s set to undergo some more for the 2024-2025 award year! This upcoming FAFSA is the biggest overhaul yet of the system, so students and their families …
majors & industries

The 5 easiest and hardest majors in college

Key takeaways: “Easy” and “hard” is subjective – students should consider their strengths, weaknesses, skills, and interests when selecting a college major. Commonly-named “easy” majors include Psychology, Education, and English. Chemistry, Engineering, and Physics are often considered as “difficult” majors. Stressed thinking about your potential college major? You’re not alone. With so many to choose …
questions & answers

Educational Bucket List – 10 Places to Visit in The US

Love traveling? Love learning? How about combining the two? From big, historically rich cities to beautiful national parks, check out our bucket list of 10 must-visit places in the US. These are amazing trips for students and families to not only have fun but learn something too! 10 Bucket List Places to Visit in the …
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college news & trends

Using ChatGPT for Ideation and Other Ethical Use Cases

ChatGPT has definitely been front and center recently, both in the academic and professional worlds. While it can be useful for assignments, work, and more, it shouldn’t be seen as a replacement for doing the work yourself. However, there are ways to ethically use ChatGPT to elevate your skills. Here are some must-know facts about …
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tips tools & advice

5 Great Calculators for College Students

Whether you’re taking college courses in high school or starting your first year of college, you need a calculator you can rely on! This list of calculators will help you find the perfect match for your needs, wants, and budget, including some additional information on what you should look for in a calculator for your …
Technology in the classroom
majors & industries

4 Microsoft Internship Programs You Must Know About

Internships are a fantastic way to get hands-on experience while you’re still in school. These opportunities can include pay or college credit, mentorship, and unique learning experiences. They could even lead to a full-time job with the company! Did you know that Microsoft has several internship programs dedicated to helping students enter the tech space …
careers & internships

CIA Student Internships and Programs

The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) offers fellowship programs, scholarships, and more to students in the United States. If you’re a student interested in entering the security sector, one of these programs could be an opportunity to get money to help cover education costs and real-life, hands-on experience. In this article, we’ll do a quick review …

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