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Spending Summer Wisely
School’s out for summer! Once the relief of final exams being over sinks in, however, college students soon realize how much can be accomplished in nearly three full summer months. Some choose to register for college courses, while others seek a way to earn a little pocket cash for the holidays. Whatever your intention, here [...]
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America's 10 Best Colleges in 2012
The official rankings are in! Here you can find the top ranked colleges and universities for the current academic year. Prospective students, particularly those at the top of their class, planning on enrolling in a college degree program this Fall should consider some of the country's most prestigious schools listed here. 1. Williams College This [...]
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Making an Impression at Online Career Fairs
In recent years, more college students and recent graduates are putting their people skills to the test before ever scheduling a face-to-face interview. With enrollment numbers at distant learning institutions steadily on the rise, it makes sense that more career opportunities are presenting themselves online, too. Students can use the following tips to steal the [...]
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Falling Behind? It’s Not the End of the Line
Spring is here, and college students in particular must try to resist the temptation of warm weather recreational activities while class is still in session. Whether due to easy access to transportation to off-campus activities, lax attendance policies, or a bad case of senioritis for those preparing to graduate, during the springtime it is all [...]
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Best Online Colleges Offering Master’s Degree Programs
Enrollment rates at online schools grow with each passing semester. Most students seeking these distance learning options are adults returning to school in pursuit of an advanced degree to complement or enhance the Bachelor's degree they have previously earned. Here we have listed the most prestigious online colleges offering various Master's degree programs for adult [...]
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The BOTW Scholarship Program
The Online Degree Directory is dedicated to providing the ultimate resource for anyone considering obtaining a college degree – whether online or on campus. In an effort not only to offer all the tools necessary for those planning to enroll in a degree program, but also to give back to the community, Best of the [...]
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Three Ways to Immediately Improve Productivity
Have you ever wondered how your classmate manages to achieve the best grades in class while maintaining good standing in the honor society, participating in a handful of extra-curricular activities every week, socializing, and showing up for class prepared and energetic? Their secret is nothing more than the elimination of distractions: something that takes time [...]
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Reasons Campus is Feeling Empty
Upperclassmen continuing their degree program at a traditional campus university may notice that, while the school grounds are always buzzing, the noise is quieting this Fall. This is not due to dropping enrollment rates, but the fact that more students are taking advantage of distance learning opportunities. Whether registering for a single online class, or [...]
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Higher Education in Hawaii
We’ve already discussed how pivotal a university’s location in the college application and enrollment process. Oftentimes entering college students decide what major degree program they will pursue, and then seek out schools that can cater to their interests and provide them with a solid path to success. Others, however, remain undecided about the concentration of [...]
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Taking the Revised GRE
Students of all ages are familiar with standardized testing, and the most stigmatized of these tests among students: the SAT Reasoning Test. This exam, or its select alternatives, is required to accompany applications for undergraduate degree programs. What students may be less familiar with is the corresponding exam that acts as an admission requirement for [...]
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Discounted Dining for College Students
Aside from earning a high enough GPA to maintain enrollment status, cutting back on expenses is a top priority among college students. Retailers who cater primarily to this age group are beginning to understand this. There is no longer any need for undergraduates to stock up on a year’s worth of microwavable noodles to compensate [...]
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Summer School is Not for Slackers
Among elementary and high school students, taking a summer class means you didn’t do well enough to pass the course during the regular academic year. In college, however, enrolling in classes during the summer months is not only common, but proactive. If you’re looking to get a head start your college career, or reduce your [...]
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Find Your Scholarships Online
A college education, regardless of degree type or place of enrollment, is going to be expensive. Financial aid is available from most accredited institutions, but many students often need additional assistance to lessen the cost of their education. That’s where scholarships come into play, and unlike financial assistance programs, these awards are granted not based [...]
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The Non-Matriculated Option
Most college students are matriculated which means, in the United States, that they are formally enrolled at a college or university with the intention of earning a degree. For those with full-time obligations or financial restrictions, sometimes matriculation is not an option. Therefore many universities offer a selection of non-matriculated courses, allowing busy adults to [...]
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College Supply Checklist
First time college students have a lot to think about this summer, especially if attending a traditional campus school where they will be living as a resident. Aside from bedding, clothing, and the typical dorm room dressings, college calls for supplies that provide organization and ease in managing a slew of new responsibilities. To take [...]
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Accreditation Ensures Quality
If you have begun the college application process, then you know the word “accredited.” Many students know that it is important to attend an accredited school, but do not understand why. An accreditation is a certificate of credibility and ensures that an official level of standards is met. Institutions of higher learning can be accredited, [...]
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Cutting Costs on College Textbooks
If you know anyone who has attended college, you have probably heard complaints about the cost of textbooks for a typical college semester. Due to the instability of the economy, however, there has been a surge in the availability of affordable alternatives in the past 5 years. Tuition at universities across the country are increasing [...]
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Online Music Degrees
If you’re interested in pursuing a music degree, you might believe that an online college is not a good option due to the hands-on nature of the subject. Yet online learning provides advanced, interactive features that make this option not only feasible, but practical for students trying to accommodate a busy schedule. There are [...]
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10 Harmful Habits to Avoid
Feeling nerve-wracked before starting a new chapter in life is completely natural, but doesn't make the transition easy. Between potential roommate problems and maintaining a satisfactory GPA, it may seem overwhelming to try to remember all the advice imparted upon you in the small time gap between high school and your first semester of college. [...]
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10 Simple Steps to College Success
Starting your college career can be an anxious time. It's a big step from lower level education: the course work, the new responsibilities, new people, financial considerations. Are you ready? Below we present ten steps to help in preparing you for a successful college education.
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Five Reasons Online Schools Could be a Better Alternative
Choosing the perfect college for an associates, bachelors, or masters degree is a hard choice made all the more difficult when you realize that an accredited online university is an equally valid option. To figure out if online schooling could be a good fit for you, consider the best way to accommodate your current lifestyle [...]