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College Freshman Move In Day FAQs

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

If you’re moving into your college dorm, you may have a few questions prior to the move in date. Here are just a few of the most frequently asked questions. When Do I Move In? College students’ move in date depends entirely on their specific school. Your college should have it listed on their website …

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Different Forms of Federal Financial Aid

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

By now, you’ve probably heard of FAFSA, or the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, but do you know all the different forms of federal aid and how they can help you? Read on to see the different types you may qualify for: Student Loans The most well known result of FAFSA is loans. However, …

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FAQ About College Application Essays

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

Most likely, one of the mandatory aspects of your college applications are the essays. If you have a few questions, these commonly asked ones may help you out when it comes to writing. What Do I Write  About? This is probably the most commonly asked question when it comes to college applications. In most cases, …

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FAQ About Community College 2+2 Programs

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

Some students decide to go to community college for two years for their Associate’s and then attend a four-year college to focus on their major and earn their Bachelor’s. Attending community college for two years, then transferring to a college or university for another two years is known as a 2 + 2 program, and …

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3 More Scholarships for LGBTQ+ Students

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

We recently talked about seven scholarships for LGBTQ+ students, but those aren’t the only ones available. There are dozens of scholarship opportunities out there. We’ve found three more LGBTQ+ scholarships to help continue your search. Victor Agnoni Visual Arts Foundation Scholarship Amount: Varies Deadline: April 24, 2020 Nicholas Agnoni created the Victor Agnoni Visual Arts …

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Is starting college in the spring right for you?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on January 20, 2026

Key takeaways Starting college in the spring often means smaller classes and more one-on-one help from professors. Some colleges do not offer spring admission, so it’s important to check each school’s rules early. Community colleges make it easy to start college in the spring and transfer later if needed. Spring students may have fewer class, …

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5 Things All Students Must Do At Their College Orientation

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

Attending college orientation can be exciting and nerve-wracking at the same time, but plenty of students will be in your shoes. You’re all in this together. There are plenty of things to do during this event. Here are 5 things all students should do at their college orientation: Participate There are going to be a …

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So You Want To Be a CEO: 5 Steps

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

There’s no direct path to becoming a CEO, but there are ways you can improve your chances. This is a career path that takes quite a bit of time and patience along with a lot of luck. Rarely is anyone made CEO straight out of college. But if you’re interested in working towards achieving this …

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What is a DRN, and why is it important for financial aid?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on February 18, 2026

Key takeaways: A Data Release Number is a 4-digit number found on your Free Application for Federal Student Aid. For security purposes, you will need your DRN to make corrections to your FAFSA over the phone. Your college’s financial aid office may request your DRN if they need to make changes to your FAFSA on …