Tips on Choosing the Right College
Choosing the right college to attend can be a very daunting task for any student wanting to pursue an education after high school. With over 2,800 four-year degree schools and universities in the United States alone, the pressure of selecting the “perfect” school can get overwhelming. The important thing for prospective students to remember, however, is that the college that is perfect for one person may not be perfect for another. This is largely due in part to the many different factors that a student must consider before making their selection. It is very...
Budgeting & Financing For College S...
Preparing for college means more than just taking tests to determine your placement ranking, it also means planning for the means to finance your college education and living expenses while in college. Knowing how much college is going to cost, the amount you need to live on and covering other school-related expenses is important to ensure you have what it takes financially to make it through college. Understanding what you need financially to get through college starts with creating a college budget worksheet. Using a spreadsheet program on a computer will help you...
Tips for Chosing the Right Major in Coll...
Choosing a college major is one of the most important choices that you will make. The major you choose will affect you for the rest of your life. It will determine the type of the work that you do, and which doors will be open to you upon graduation. It is important to carefully make this decision, and to consider both your career outlook as well as your personal interests when you make the decision. Additionally, you may want to consider the type of lifestyle you want to have as an adult; a high powered career will bring you a lot of money, but may also take up a great...
A College Student’s Guide to Resum...
Your resume markets you. It tells an employer about your work experience, your education, your targeted and adaptable skills, your certifications and whether or not you can fit into a global market. It doesn’t matter if you are applying for a local manufacturing job or applying for a graduate position in public relations. Conveying that you have the skills a global market demands is key to setting your resume apart from the masses. Sending the right resume positions you in the race for an open job. Employers also use resumes and cover letters screen out ill-suited...