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The Final Draft: A Guide to Writing Centers
Regardless of your major, every college student has to write; even in subjects like mathematics, science, and technology, the fine arts, writing is required by all disciplines. Writing assignments like essays, research papers, reports, and creative pieces are all part…
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A Guide to Transferring from Community College to University
Community college has never been bigger or more important than it is today. Almost half - 45%, to be exact - of all college students are enrolled in a community college, numbers that reflect how much of an impact community…
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The Value-Conscious Student’s Guide to Dual Degree Programs
It's a hard job market out there for new graduates; nearly all entry-level professional jobs require a bachelor's degree, so that minimum level of education isn't enough to distinguish yourself anymore. That means more and more people are going on…
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How to Communicate With Your Professor
To a recent high-school graduate, or a returning adult student who hasn't been in a classroom in a long time, college can seem like another world. The expectations for behavior, the cultural norms, and the jargon may be new and…
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Essential Guide for Military Education Benefits
Historically, just about anyone could join the armed forces. Recruiters weren’t overly concerned with the condition new soldiers were in or the education they had received prior to enlisting as long as they met the basic health requirements. Military personnel…
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Resources for College Students with Disabilities
The experience of transitioning from high school to college can be overwhelming for anyone. Finding the college or university that is the right match for you can be even more challenging if you struggle with a disability. According to USA…
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Mental Health on Campus: More Than Grades
As many as 1 out of 5 American’s suffers from a mental disorder according to The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration (SAMHSA). For 5% of the population, the condition is severe enough to impact the daily life of the…
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It’s Application Time: a How to Apply to College Guide
Congratulations on your decision to go to college. By now, you’ve probably toured some campuses and started doing some research online. Now the fun really starts - it’s application time! The How to Apply to College Process Most people find…
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5 Questions to Answer Before Studying Abroad
Not everyone gets to study abroad but in a perfect world, every student would have the chance. Mark Twain summed it up best when he said “Broad, wholesome, charitable views of men and things cannot be acquired by vegetating in…
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The Essential Guide for Staying Safe on Campus
College students have enough to worry about without being concerned about falling victim to a crime. For many students, living away from home for the first time, managing a heavy course load, and creating a new social network is already…
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10 Benefits of a Gap Year Before College
There are many benefits for a student to take a gap year before they attend college. Benefits that not only will make you a better student but will also make you a more well-rounded individual. This list aims to show…
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Community College Guide: Technical Schools
Community college is a fundamental part of American higher education. Nearly half of all college students in America are enrolled in a community college - 45%, according to the AACC Fact Sheet - and community college is a key educator for…
