Study Tips for College
College can be an incredible experience. You might be living on your own for the first time, far away from your family and all that is familiar. You’ll be meeting new people, going to...
Category: College Life
Complete Guide On How to Answer FAFSA Questions
Filling out the FAFSA application can be challenging. But, you definitely shouldn’t let the difficulty of the application get in your way of completing this federal student aid form. It is super important if...
What Happens to Unused Scholarship Money?
Obtaining a college degree is a huge cost that can set students back thousands of dollars. For most students, winning a scholarship is a dream. It provides a major relief from figuring out how...
How to Write a Scholarship Appeal Letter (w/Example)
If you’ve won a scholarship, having it revoked is the worst possible scenario. Before diving into panic mode, there’s good news. You may be able to salvage the situation. By writing a well-worded appeal...
Everything About PSAT and PSAT 10 Scores
The PSAT and PSAT 10 are assessment tests which measure a student’s college readiness. Only sophomores can take the PSAT 10. Sophomores and Juniors can take the PSAT. Both tests serve as practice tests...
The Benefits of Participating in a Student Hackathon
Are you a student programmer looking to expand your skills, meet other like-minded individuals, and jazz up your resume? Well then, you definitely want to consider attending a student hackathon. What is a Hackathon? ...
Game of Loans
When you play the game of loans, you win or you… work very hard for very long time just to pay it off. Not that Cersei Lannister had any issues with spending frivolously (shame!),...
Out-Of-State Tuition Has Increased 886% Since 1998 (w/Infographics)
It is not surprising news, especially to prospective students seeking a college education, that college tuition is skyrocketing. College tuition costs have been on a dramatic rise since the 1990s. The high cost...
How Is a Student Loan Different Than a Scholarship?
College is ridiculously expensive. It seems like there is no end to all of the costs; tuition, meals, books. Is there anything they don’t charge you for? Whether you are a freshman in high...
Student Loan Forgiveness Scams
Student loan forgiveness is a great way to get relief from your student loans. If you work in public service, education, or health care, you may be qualified for the program. If you receive...