Dorm vs. apartment; it’s a choice every college student has to make (sometimes more than once). Each living arrangement has its unique benefits and drawbacks. Convenience, privacy, and commitment are all part of the college living equation. If your student is trying to decide between a dorm and an apartment, here’s what they need to…
Many students dream of attending college in Washington State. If your student is among them, doing some research before making the leap is essential. Along with choosing an outstanding school, they’ll need to examine the cost part of the equation. If your student plans on attending college in Washington State, scholarships can make nearly any…
One of the hardest parts of the scholarship process is facing a scholarship rejection letter. Typically, students spend a significant amount of time and effort honing their scholarship applications, writing essays, and participating in interviews. That’s why students often get disheartened when they learn they weren’t selected. However, a scholarship rejection letter is commonly just…
Creating a pro-quality scholarship video application is far easier today than it was previously. Most people have access to a reliable, reasonably capable camera due to their presence on smartphones. Plus, there is a slew of apps that can assist with editing footage, including many feature-rich free options. However, even with all of these amazing…
Most students know that impressing the scholarship selection committee is essential if you want to secure awards. But what do scholarship committees look for in a scholarship application? Is there a way to answer scholarship committee interview questions that are guaranteed to impress? Essentially, students want ways to ensure they position themselves as strong candidates….
Many students dream of attending college in Nebraska. If yours is in that group, they’ll need to do a bit of planning. Choosing a school is, of course, a must. However, it’s only part of the equation. They’ll also need to figure out how to fund their education, maintain a great school-life balance, and live…
LinkedIn is the quintessential social media platform for professionals. While it may seem like using the platform as a student isn’t ideal – particularly for students without any formal experience in their fields – that isn’t necessarily the case. Using LinkedIn for students simply requires a different approach, ensuring they can create a firm professional…
As your student prepares to handle the cost of college, avoiding debt is usually a priority. As a result, it’s normal for them to wonder, “Do you have to pay back grants?” After all, most people don’t deal with any kind of grant until they reach college-age, so some confusion is to be expected. If…
If your student dreams of attending college in Nevada, they likely have some planning to do. Along with choosing a school, they’ll need to figure out the financial side of the equation, and all of that can be challenging. If you’re student plans on attending college in Nevada, scholarships can make nearly any school affordable….
Most parents want to set money aside in their student’s college fund, but that doesn’t mean all of them can get started right away. Instead, many households have other financial priorities initially, causing parents to get a late start saving for college for their student. Fortunately, even if your student is in high school, it’s…
