How will you know that you really like a college? How will you compare a college’s pros and cons against one another? It’s easy to forget certain details about a college especially if you take a campus tour months apart. This checklist will help you scope out each college and note the items to pay …
College Prep
Plan on renting while in college? If the college you are attending does not include a dorm (many community colleges do not) or you simply wish to move into an apartment, here are a few items to consider. There are some benefits to renting. Renting could be less expensive than the college dorm (not always …
Alaska is full of unique facts. Did you know that Alaska is the largest state in the U.S. but you only access its capital of Juneau by ferry or plane? It’s also home to 100,000 glaciers, 70 active volcanoes, and has most of the highest mountain summits in the United States. Tourists flock to Alaska …
Preparing for college can be a thrilling experience. The moment you receive your acceptance letter you may become stricken with excitement and joy. While your parents may believe you are excited solely because of your academic plans, you may be excited about the idea of leaving home. But if living in a college dorm is …
You have a few years to go before going to college but there are a few items you can work on to be college-ready. Review this high school freshmen college checklist to track your progress. Talk to your school counselor about your college aspirations. Your counselor can talk to you about the courses you are …
Being proactive in your college preparation during your Junior year is a smart move. There are a few items you can start this year to prepare you for next year. Talk to your school counselor. Make sure you are on track to graduate next year. Your guidance counselor should also be able to provide information …
If you are a senior in high school, this is a quick senior checklist to you’ll want to be sure to accomplish. Keep doing good in school, especially in the 2nd semester. Colleges (and scholarships) still consider those grades. Enroll in school activities and take on leadership positions if you can. This will help your …
Being proactive in your college preparation during your sophomore year is a smart move. There are a few items you can start on this year to prepare you for next year. Talk to your school counselor. Your counselor can talk to you about the courses you are currently taking and the courses you should take …
Curious about how to apply for college? Applying for college can seem daunting and scary at first, but don’t worry. Applying for college is easier than you think because there’s a step-by-step process to follow and we’ll break down how it works!
Looking for ways to pay for college? We’ll step you through the information you’ll need to apply for federal financial aid. We’ll also review how to take advantage of scholarship opportunities. Finally, you’ll learn about some tax credits and work programs that can work to your advantage as well. Let’s get started so you can …
Whether full-time or reserves, the military also offers tuition assistance and supplemental monthly income (called the GI Bill or the Post-9/11 GI Bill) when going to school. The Armed Forces Tuition Assistance (TA) Program is a benefit that pays up to 100% of tuition expenses for semester hours costing $250 or less. The school must …
