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12 signs you’re losing it in the college admissions process

It’s easy to lose your sense of humor while dealing with the stress of applying to colleges. Click here to read this article written by Beth Teitell and Ken Mandl for a good laugh and some perspective.

For the ACT and the SAT, Pencils No Longer Required, but Sometimes Necessary

In today’s modern world, we are seeing more and more reliance on technology. The testing world is not impervious to this trend. Now, students all over the country are starting to take the SAT and ACT exams on the computer instead of the standard format of pencil and paper. This change is not without its pros and… Read more »

Stop Asking About My Kid’s College Plans

Many times in our lives, it feels as though the world has be narrowed to focus on a seemingly insurmountable obstacle standing in our way. If you’re on this site, chances are this may be how you feel about the college entrance exams. This New York Times article gives a completely relatable mother’s point of… Read more »

I Go to Duke. Do I Have to Care About Basketball?

March Madness is upon us and with it comes this New York Times article that gives a humorous insight into the crazy world of college sports fandom. For some, getting the opportunity to don their school’s colors and cover their face in paint is the epitome of the college experience. For others, well, they call it… Read more »

What Colleges Want in an Applicant (Everything)

Have you ever felt frustrated by the college admissions process? You’re not alone. For years, many have criticized what has become widely considered an antiquated system. This article explores what goes on behind closed doors: what various colleges look at when considering a student and how and why the application process may or may not… Read more »

When Community College is Free

On the path to higher education, cost is an enormous obstacle that many in this country can’t overcome. States across the nation have recognized the challenge and have been stalwartly working towards creating a solution. Some have even implemented new programs. Read this article to learn about a free community college system established in Chicago… Read more »

The Real Campus Scourge

Many head off to college with inordinately high expectations of what college life entails and are shocked to find that the transition to higher education isn’t a smooth as anticipated. This article discusses the challenges many college freshmen face on campus while encouraging society to have real discussions about the struggles being dropped into a… Read more »

Seeing Hope for Flagging Economy, West Virginia Revamps Vocational Track

Vocational education is making a comeback – not as a fallback option for high school dropouts but as a means of boosting the economy. These schools simulate workplaces, from time cards, promotion opportunities, to random drug testing. Administrators believe that this structure will get future employers to take technical students as serious, competitive applicants. This… Read more »

Dropping Out of College Into Life

The beginning of college is a stressful time: students have to adapt to new teaching styles, social groups, and extra-curricular activities. Freshmen especially feel the pressure to gush about how much they love their new classes, friends, and experiences when in fact the pressure to excel in all these fields may be paralyzing. Some students… Read more »

Graduating and Looking for Your Passion? Just Be Patient

After you’ve finished your education, what path through life should you take? This is a question all are faced with when seeking their first job after graduation. Armed with the generic advice “follow your passion,” many students feel lost or unsure of their direction. This article discusses the steps graduates should take when building their… Read more »

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