Early Action vs. Early Decision: Everything You Need to Know
College admissions are more competitive than ever, and that has applicants scrambling for the slightest edge over their peers.
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Why Campus Visits Matter and What Questions to Ask
You constantly hear from everyone (your guidance counselor, admissions advisors, and, hey! even the USF admissions blog) that college campus visits are important. But when you’ve got so many options to choose from — tours, open houses, ...
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College Resources for Homeless, Unhoused and Housing-Insecure Students
If a housing crisis hits during your high school or college years, it can upend your educational plans. “When life happens, it never sends us a text to let us know that it’s coming. It just happens,” says Jenelle Bell, senior support ...
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6 Signs You Should Transfer Colleges
You did it! You got into college, settled into your dorm room, and started taking courses. But something isn’t feeling completely right. Maybe your current school doesn’t have enough on-campus events or the location of your school isn’t ...
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How Joining an Honors Program Can Lead to Career Success
Honors programs reward a university’s top-performing students with exclusive opportunities and innovative learning experiences, but that comes with a more demanding courseload and higher expectations. Many students wonder: is it worth it?
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How to Decide if I'm Ready for College
High school is wrapping up. You’re probably surrounded by adults asking you about your college plans, peers excitedly chatting about applications and admission letters, and educators pushing you to continue your education. It’s all for ...
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Should You Do a Summer Learning Program Before College?
Ah, summer vacation. Total freedom from the evils of textbooks, homework, and dubious cafeteria food. The days are long and warm and full of potential. The first day of the new school year seems like just a speck in the distance.
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Tips for Registering for College Classes as a Freshman
You’ve made it through the college application process and have completed all the required documents, now it’s time for one more major step: registering for your classes. Likely, you’ve pored over the course catalog to see what you might ...
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The Importance of Finding Your College Fit
Watch any teen drama set in high school and eventually, you’ll see the characters wrestling with the choices they have to make after graduation. Whether it’s Nathan Scott in One Tree Hill going to play basketball in college or Devi ...
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How to Prep for College Over Spring Break
Happy spring break! For you high school seniors, you are nearing the finish line. With a break from the hustle and bustle of your senior year, utilize your spring break to not only relax and enjoy yourself but also to prepare as best you ...
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