Is a college education worth it? You’ve probably heard both sides of the debate that on the one hand, a student debt is growing at a staggering rate, and job opportunities seem to be getting scarcer. Many would say that investing in a college education is a mistake, and that the …
Finances can be one of the most frustrating factors when selecting the best college. It may happen that you have found a school you love, and your grades and test scores match with their admissions standards, however, the cost of tuition is way too expensive. With this, you will most likely …
Of course, you want to find a school that is academically a good fit for you. Always start broad and then get specific. Look at the school’s general admissions standards for incoming students. Usually, the admissions department should provide statistics on the students they accepted in previous years. Do your …
One crucial aspect to consider for your college experience is the environment on campus. Do you want to be in a big city or a rural setting? Do you want to live in student dorms or find your own apartment? Are you concerned about safety and campus security? Campus life …
Selecting your college is a major decision in your life and possibly the biggest decision you’ll be making. You don’t want to make it alone. To help you, bring other people into the process, including parents, other family members, teachers, friends, college officials and college graduates. The more input you …
Why this college? This may seem a simple question, but the answer rarely is. Most high school students don’t know what they want to do when they grow up. But remember, you’re choosing a college, not a major. Selecting the best college is just as much a process of learning …
At the start of the process of selecting the best college, the location can seem like the most important aspect. As you do your research and learn more about the schools on your list, chances are geographic location will drop further and further down as a priority. If you are …
Through traditional mail and other creative means, distance learning has existed for centuries, but online education is still a relatively new field. Even though the technology is different, the educational mission and academic standards are the same as in traditional education: providing a quality education. Many online schools do exactly …
The test company, ACT, recently published a report showing that approximately one in three students who take the ACT are not prepared for college. Specific areas where students have continued to show poor performance to date include mathematics (particularly algebra), writing and science (biology). While just over six in ten …
The choice of community college vs. university really depends on your overall plan for higher education. Although community college has been known as less academically serious than traditional four-year universities, a lot has changed. With regards to academic standards, the world of community college has this risen, as have the qualifications …
