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A Student’s Guide to Taking Online...

Online classes can offer you more flexibility than traditional universities. In addition to being more flexible with the times that you take the classes, it can allow you to attend a program that is not currently offered in the area that you are living. The learning process for an online course is different from attending traditional classes. You will still read books, listen to lectures and study the material, but your classroom participation grade will be different. You will not have a study group that you meet with in person and all of your assignments will be...
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A Guide to ACT Testing

The ACT is similar to the SAT test and is designed to help high school students with college admissions. ACT stands for American College Testing, and consists of four main tests: mathematics, reading, English, and science. In 2005 an optional writing test was added. Each category is meant to help gauge a student’s progress in each of these subjects. As of 2011, the number of ACT tests taken surpassed the number of SAT tests taken for students looking to get into college. All colleges in the United States currently accept the ACT test as a measure for...
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Job Outlook for College Student Graduate...

When going to college, the purpose is to work towards obtaining a degree and earn a living. Ideally, the student will enjoy their major of choice and all the time and effort put into a degree will pay off eventually. It is important to find a balance with having interest in the students study, and its ability to help find a good job. Many degrees may be interesting, but do not have as many job openings as others. Additionally, there may be jobs or fields that will pay better than others. Before you choose your major, you should carefully consider the job outlook for your...
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A Guide to Government Funded Grants for ...

Going to college can be quite an expensive venture, but with the assistance of various government grants, many students may be able to attend college with some financial assistance. There are many different governmentally funded grants dedicated to people aspiring to go to college. With some research and understanding of how to apply, you may be eligible for any number of grants. Be sure to understand how the grant process works as well as what it takes to be approved. If you get a grant, it does not have to be repaid unlike other forms of financial aid, making it an...
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A College Students Guide for Freshman Ye...

Attending college as an incoming freshmen is an overwhelming experience for many students. College differs greatly from high school in that students are faced with a higher degree of responsibility and independence. Freshmen will need to understand what needs to be done without relying on the assistance of teachers and parents. This means they must understand what certain things mean. Upon entering college, students will encounter terminology that is different from what was used in high school. Failure to understand what faculty and even other students are referring to can...
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Traveling Abroad: Tips For Students

Traveling abroad is a huge opportunity for students these days. They have the option of completing a semester in another country, or gaining valuable work experience overseas. Of course, foreign travel also comes with its fair share of worries and risks. However, with sufficient advance planning and precautions, students and parents can ensure that the trip goes smoothly and safely. Read on to learn more about heading abroad as a student. Learn As Much As Possible About the Countries In Which You Plan to Travel or Study The first step is to research various destinations....
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Final Exam Study Tips for Students

As a high school student, you have probably been taking final exams for at least a few years now. Final exams are a teacher’s method of measuring how much you have learned during the semester (or year) you spent taking a course. They usually cover all (or most ) of the material you have learned throughout a course, and can therefor be challenging. Because they often count a great deal towards your final grade, it is very important to do well on final exams. By establishing good study habits to use when preparing for a final exam, you will be able to take these...
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Top 10 Ways to Successfully Adjust to Co...

Whether a student is transferring to a new college or attending for the first time, there is a certain period of adjustment that’s required. Students that have never previously attended college must adjust to life as college freshmen. With college, there comes a new level of responsibility in terms of education. Students are confronted with classes that are often more challenging. In addition, the college campus itself is typically larger than life, with a diverse range of students and activities. During their freshman year, students may feel overwhelmed or stressed...