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Building relationships with leaders, educators, other students, and professors can enrich your college experience. Find out how to make connections that will shape your academic experience; we’ve listed below a few ways to find and build strong connections in college.
There is no time to waste when applying and preparing for college. But you don't need to fret. Breaking down your to-do list into a step-by-step timeline will help you stay organized and confident in the months ahead. Read below our month-by-month guide to college applications.
Are you the first in your family to go to college?
Starting college is a big step, and while it’s exciting, it can sometimes feel overwhelming. Here’s how to find help and succeed!
College life is full of exciting opportunities, new experiences and, let’s be honest, some financial challenges. For many students, it's their first time managing money independently, and without the right tools, costs can add up quickly.
Whether you start your college program with the desire to expand your horizons, get the job of your dreams, or meet like-minded people, finishing is important. Planning your college journey will help you get the most out of your college experience.
Regardless of what you plan on doing in the future, remember that a good education prepares you for any job. Employers are looking for employees who speak and write clearly, solve problems, and can work well with others. Throughout higher education you will learn these skills.
Enrolling in a credential- or degree-granting college or university can open exciting opportunities.
As a working adult, you may have several reasons for considering to attend college for the first time: climbing up to a better position, changing careers, boosting your salary, finding a better job, or supporting your family. Or maybe you have decided to return to college to finish your degree.
Don’t let concerns about the potential cost of going to college be a barrier to earning your credential. There are a variety of resources available to help pay for education or training, including some that don’t need to be paid back.
There are two major types of transfer students: the ones who start off at a two-year college and then transfer to a four-year one, and students who transfer between four-year institutions. Let's take a look at the first approach.
