Tag "education"
What You Need to Know About College Graduation Announcements
Graduating from college is a big deal — for you, for your parents as well as for your extended family and friends. Many people probably know that you’re about to graduate, but without a formal announcement they may miss that information.
College: Are You Getting What You Pay For?
You invest thousands if not tens of thousands of dollars in to your child’s education, but are you getting a good return on that investment? That’s a reasonable question to ask, one that the American Council of Trustees and Alumni (ACTA) has sought to answer.
Career Choice: Solar Energy Systems Engineers
Solar energy is cheap, plentiful and widely available — with the right equipment. And that is where solar energy systems engineers come in.
College: What if You’re Just Not Sure?
Not every high school is college bound and that is a given. However, out of those that think that they will be going to college, there may still be some hesitation.
Are You Ready for National Decision Day?
Have you made your college decision yet? For high school seniors, the time for choosing a college is slipping by.
How to Whack Student Loan Debt
You’ve finished your education and now the bills are starting to come in. Student loan bills, that is. If you’re fortunate, you have a job to help pay for your loans. If not, you may be able to seek a deferment, at least for a little while.
College Savings Plans by the Numbers
You’ve been socking away money for years to cover your son’s or daughter’s college education. Or perhaps you have several children and have been amassing a small college savings plan for each one.
College Evaluation: Which One is Right for Me?
It happens so often: a high school student narrows down his or her college choice list to just two schools, but is unable to make a final decision. Time is of the essence, both colleges have accepted you, and you want to make your decision so that your final months while at high school are memorable and enjoyable.
College Schedule Tips and Tricks
College students often experience anxiety while working on their class schedules. Some classes are offered only at certain times of the year while many classes require students to complete prerequisites before signing up.
Make the Most of Your College Campus Visit
High school seniors still undecided about their choice of college can make their decision during spring break. That week-long respite from school typically takes place in March or April, enabling students to finalize their college choices before the usual May 1 deadline.
How to Survive Your Midterm Exams
Does your university hold midterm exams before or after spring break? Hopefully, that answer is “before” because once your exams are over you’re ready to let loose, at least for one week.
Should You Consider a Gap Year?
Finishing high school and then heading straight to college has been the practice of millions of Americans for decades. It is a rite of passage usually taken for granted, especially among professional career aspiring young adults.
