Many students are pumped for the freedom that comes with going to college. It is exciting! It’s a time for you to start making decisions about what classes to take and when to take them, when and where to study, and a variety of other new opportunities. It will be up to you to find …

My younger brother is getting ready for his freshman year of college, and asked me a great question: “What’s your #1 piece of advice for freshman?” I thought about it for a moment, and remembered my own freshman year experiences. There were plenty of things that stressed me out or made me nervous, but there …

For students headed off to college in the fall, there can be stress around what items they should bring with them. It can be hard to imagine living in a small dorm with at least one other person (if not more), so we’ve compiled a list of essential items that you might not think of …

There is no doubt that writing skills are critical for students. A well-written essay is a perfect chance to shine and demonstrate the ability to craft effective arguments on complex topics. In some cases, writing skills are the asset that gives you a chance to get accepted into college. If you’re facing some difficulties with …

If your child is heading off to college, especially if it’s your oldest, you know it’s a life changing experience and can be nerve wracking. You’ll have advice for your children, of course, but here are some words of wisdom for you as well as they head away from home. Keep in Touch But Don’t …

Taking up a summer job has become a rite of passage for high schools students. Most students take up summer jobs in order to make some money so they can reduce the loan amount that they need to take. Others do it to gain some work experience that they can put on their resume after …

If you’re heading to college this fall as a freshman, there is no doubt that you’ve received dozens of pieces of advice from everyone! This includes your parents, older siblings, teachers, co-workers, and neighbors. A lot of it will be good tidbits. Just in case you haven’t heard though, here is some of the best …

You’re going to learn so much in college—academically and otherwise. What you may not realize however, is that learning to navigate your own personal world is very important if you want to make the most of your experience in the academic world. It’s hard to think about getting A’s in your classes when you find …

As a college student, you have to learn how to master the art of balancing between personal life and college duties. However, things often get out of hand, especially if you’re struggling with procrastination. Before you know it, the semester begins to slip away and you start realizing that getting the assignments done before the …

It always pays to take time to create an effective study plan that will help you ace the exams without letting the stress get to you. Use these tips to help you. Start Early Waiting till the last minute to start studying is the biggest mistake you can make. As the exam day looms nearer, …