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Financial literacy programs help college students

Nearly 2 million students will graduate with a bachelor's degree in 2013, according to the National Association of College and Employers. But the vast majority will walk across the stage, grab their...

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Student’s Guide to Accommodation in the UK

Many people first leave their family and live away from home when they go to university. It’s a big change, and some people can get a little worried. This is a quick guide to accommodation at...

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If I Had Only Known This Stuff as a College Freshman

If you're starting university this fall, you are most likely excited and nervous at the same time—I know I was when I was entering my first year year of college. I couldn't wait to get started, but I...

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Study Abroad: What You’ll Miss and Why It’s Worth It

The popularity of study abroad programs increase by 12 percent each year, reports the Unesco Institute for Statistics, and it’s easy to see why. Study abroad programs offer invaluable insight and life...

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How Wise Are We With Money? (infographic)

The editors at Online Accounting Degrees decided to research the topic of: Dollars and Sense: How Wise Are We With Money? What stood out to us the most as it affects college students were a few things....

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Is It Really Like “Animal House”? What to Do When Your Kid Joins the Greek Life

So, your son or daughter says they're going Greek at college this year, and the first thing that comes to mind is the movie "Animal House." Pop culture doesn't exactly represent the Greek system in the...

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Where should I live? Things to consider before moving to college

Choosing the right place to live is an important part of making a smooth transition into college life. On-campus dorms and off-campus apartments and houses all have their pros and cons, so it’s...

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Building a Business in College Is Easier Than You Think

Today's graduate leaves college with an average student loan debt of $26,600, according to a Project on Student Debt report. This compounds other expenses, such as rent, gas and insurance. To keep debt...

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5 Tips for Rushing a Sorority

You've decided to rush a sorority, and you're starting to feel nervous as you try to understand what qualifies as sorority clothing. With every sorority being different from the next, we cannot give...

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Surprise! You’re Broke: 4 Common Hidden College Expenses and Ways to Avoid...

There's more to budgeting for a higher education than covering tuition and housing. Even if you've accounted for items such as books and have a plan to borrow or buy them used, the bucks don't stop...

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The Pros and Cons of Living Off Campus in College

One of the first decisions every incoming freshman has to make is where to live. Thankfully, your options are pretty limited if mom and dad don’t live within a few miles of campus. You can either opt...

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Ways to Prepare for Being a Broke College Kid

For some students, college is about wearing all black and talking about world events in the coffee shop. For others, it's about finding the best frat party or pulling an all-nighter to write a stunning...

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Using The Farrow Method for memory beyond college

In today’s competitive post-college job market, it’s hard to get ahead and stay ahead. One of the most sought after job skills that companies look for is the ability to learn. For 20 years, Dave Farrow...

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Financial literacy programs help college students

Nearly 2 million students will graduate with a bachelor's degree in 2013, according to the National Association of College and Employers. But the vast majority will walk across the stage, grab their...

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University Life is not the Only Choice: The Benefits of Non-Traditional...

High School school is coming to a close. What's next for you? There are a few options for the next phase: the traditional university experience, skipping college to join the work force or choosing to...

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Your Graduate Resume: Emphasize transferable skills over experience

As a college students and new graduate you might feel you have nothing to include on a resume or when filling out job applications. As a student any work experience might sees to be unrelated to your...

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Online Collaboration Tips to Get You That A+

Group projects are the bane of your college existence. The smarter you are, the less you like them. In this world of social technology, many apps and programs can help your collaboration. But too many...

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Best and Worst Purchases of College Freshman

Just a few short months away from becoming a college freshman, there’s a lot to think about when shopping for college. There are supplies, books, gear and then everything for your dorm room. Whether...

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Living and studying abroad… mate!

If you’re a college student, faculty or staff, no doubt you’ve seen plenty of international students on campus. You may even be one yourself. Nowadays it has become a fad and trend to study overseas as...

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The Farrow Method: The Science Behind It

After just 20 minutes of instruction in the system, and tested a week later, people who use Farrow’s system scored 3 Times higher than the control group on clinical memory tests. SOURCE: Double Blind...

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