college applications

Essay Guides: How to Combine College Essay Prompts

By Hilary CairnsPublished on April 21, 2023

When applying to colleges, many applications will follow the same formats: basic information, school details, high school transcripts, ACT/SAT scores, and, of course, the essay. If you have 8-10 colleges you’re applying to (or possibly more), that’s a lot of essays! It can be a daunting task and even cause you to apply to fewer …

scholarships

Your Quick Guide to the Rotary Scholarship

By Hilary CairnsPublished on April 20, 2023

Scholarships and grants don’t only come from schools – many organizations host their own programs to help students afford their college education. This includes Rotary! The global club offers awards, fellowships, and more for individuals in need of financial assistance. Keep reading to discover how you can apply for a Rotary scholarship, too. What is …

scholarships

4 Important Deadlines for Scholarship Applications

By Hilary CairnsPublished on April 13, 2023

You know when your college applications are due, but what about potential scholarships? These deadlines may not be as important as your college admissions, but they are essential if you want to try to make college a bit more affordable with a scholarship! Some will even cover your entire tuition if you’re lucky.  Taking note …

college applications

Essay Guide: What is a Community Essay?

By Hilary CairnsPublished on April 5, 2023

Does your college application have a question for the essay that looks like this: Tell us about a community you’re a part of? This is an open-ended question that stumps quite a few students! Some even think the question is asking about the community they’re in – such as their hometown – and don’t consider …

majors & industries

5 Majors Related to Video Games

By Hilary CairnsPublished on April 5, 2023

Love video games? You’re definitely not alone! But what if you could make a career out of that passion? It’s absolutely possible. There are plenty of video game majors and adjacent areas of study that can get you to design your own games in no time. Whether you want to open your own studio or …

careers & internships

How to Find the Best Career for You

By Hilary CairnsPublished on April 5, 2023

How to know what career is best for you is no easy task. There’s a lot to consider from your strengths and weaknesses to your passions, and some people don’t know what they want to do when they graduate high school. That’s perfectly okay! There’s time to figure it out –  many schools don’t need …

student life

The Benefits of Therapy Dogs in Students’ Mental Health and in Schools?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on March 16, 2023

Spending time with our pets has been shown to reduce stress levels and improve health and well-being, and these are just some of the same benefits of therapy dogs in schools. However, colleges and universities rarely allow pets in dorm rooms (though there are some exceptions!). So how can you reap the benefits of pets …

questions & answers

5 Top Grammar Mistakes College Students Make

By Hilary CairnsPublished on March 8, 2023

Do you know where the library is at? They told me, the library, is on the West side of Campus. I am going to the library now so I can check out some books on history and biology and medicine so I can keep studying for my tests this weekend.  Can you quickly identify the …

careers & internships

Awesome Programs Available to Students Graduating College

By Hilary CairnsPublished on March 8, 2023

Did you know there are internships, work programs, and more that are dedicated to graduating college students? From Disney to Microsoft, quite a few big-name companies host them! And whether you’re a first-year in college or a grad student, there are opportunities out there for you in these companies and more. Here’s a list of …