Hilary Cairns

Hilary Cairns is a graduate of SUNY New Paltz and has a BA in English/Creative Writing. She's an established freelance writer who also has a hand in marketing, social media, and editing for various businesses across the United States.
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Colleges in Alaska and Why You Should Go to School There

By Hilary CairnsPublished on August 28, 2023
Alaska may not be on your radar just yet when it comes to searching for colleges, but it should be – especially if you enjoy the outdoors and don’t mind the cold! This unique state has plenty to offer adventurous students, and by attending a school in one of the state’s cities, like Anchorage, you …
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Why Alabama is a Great Place to go to College

By Hilary CairnsPublished on August 22, 2023
Whether your home state is Alabama or you’re thinking about moving there for college, the state has plenty to offer its students! From amazing schools to unique educational opportunities to great beaches, you’ll be able to get an outstanding education while you have the opportunity to enjoy everything the state has to offer. Below, we’ve …
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State Grants for Oklahoma for College Students

By Hilary CairnsPublished on August 15, 2023
For students planning to go to college in Oklahoma, the state has several different grants and scholarship programs to help make school more affordable. Keep reading to learn more about Oklahoma’s Promise, military scholarships, academic scholarships, and others. Oklahoma State Grants for College Students 1. Oklahoma’s Promise Oklahoma’s Promise is a program dedicated to helping …
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State Grants for Ohio College Students

By Hilary CairnsPublished on August 15, 2023
The state of Ohio has several state grants and financial aid programs available to students who decide to attend college in the state. Below, we’ve detailed some of these awards, how you can apply, and where you can find further information on financial aid programs and attending college in Ohio. Ohio State Grants 1. Choose …
College of William and Mary - Best Colleges in the Southeast
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Your Guide to the Public Ivies

By Hilary CairnsPublished on August 15, 2023
The Ivy League schools, Harvard, Yale, etc., are household names. These private colleges and universities are often considered the best of the best. And for good reason! But did you know that there are “Public Ivies” that can be just as prestigious as ones in the Ivy League? These highly selective schools are academic powerhouses …
Harvard University - Best Research Universities
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Why is Harvard University a Top-Rated School?

By Hilary CairnsPublished on August 8, 2023
Year after year, Harvard University is one of the top-ranked schools in College Raptor’s Top 50 Best Colleges – and for good reason! If you’re thinking about applying to Harvard, here are some things you should know about why the school is so good and why it’s regularly ranked high by College Raptor. Harvard University …
Colorado State -- Best College Rec Centers
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Top 25 Best Sustainable Colleges

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on August 11, 2023
Sustainability has been an important topic for people, businesses, and colleges in recent years, especially in the face of climate change. If sustainability is important to you, you plan on entering the energy industry, or you just want to make sure you’re leaving less of a mark on the earth, you might want to consider …