Parent’s Guide to Freshman Orientation: Everything You Need to Know
What Does Freshman Orientation Offer Parents? The college or university your child chooses to attend will play a big part in not just their lives, but the lives of their entire family. And it will do so for the next four years. Freshman orientation and other college orientations help students and parents transition to the…
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A Student Guide: Everything You Need to Know About Freshman Orientation
You are about to start one of the biggest journeys in your life, and it all begins with your freshman orientation. Having the chance to visit your school and get your footing can make the actual transition into college life easier to manage, alleviating some of the nervousness you may have about becoming a college…
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Why a Full Ride Scholarship Requires Much More than Free College Tuition
When people hear the term “full-ride scholarship” or a “free ride” in relation to a college education, they often picture having everything handled. But a full-ride scholarship doesn’t necessarily make college free. Often, these arrangements only handle a part of the college experience. And your child is on the hook for the rest. So, what…
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How My Daughter Won A $500 Scholarship
A note from Jocelyn: I am often asked what inspired me to start The Scholarship System. Honestly, it started off as solving a need. I had friends and family trying to find a way to pay for college without borrowing more money for it. They knew I had gotten enough scholarship money to pay for…
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How to Find Local Scholarships for Your Child’s College Education
College scholarship opportunities abound. But limiting your search to national or institutional scholarships means your child is missing out on some great opportunities. There are many local scholarships from organizations that offer funds to high school and college students in their area and have much less competition than those with a larger focus. Finding these…
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Helping Your Child With Choosing the Right College
The best way to know your child is choosing the right college depends on numerous factors. So, before you let the confusion surrounding the topic overwhelm you, here are some tips to make the whole decision more manageable.
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25 Scholarships to Apply to By the End of Spring Break
With spring break here, students have some extra time on their hands. While we certainly believe students should take this time to relax and catch up on some R&R, we also think it is a great time to knock out some applications for scholarships. Here is a list of 25 scholarships to apply to before…
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75 Easy Ways to Save Money in College
College is expensive, even if your child does well in the scholarship arena. Learn how to save money in college with our list of 75 easy ways to save.
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The Final Stretch: How to Improve Grades Last Minute
The semester is almost half-way over. Are you worried about your child’s grades? Believe it or not, students have plenty of time to bring them up, especially with a few of the ideas below. So, before your student assumes there is nothing they can do, here are a few tips on how to improve grades last minute.
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What to Do During Spring Break: Striking a Balance Between Work and Play
The official start of spring is drawing near. And that means Spring Break is just around the corner. But, how can a parent help their child strike a balance between work and play during this annual event? By using some of the tips found here.
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