How to Complete the FAFSA (2018)
Financial aid can be a vital yet complicated part of higher education. You'll want to identify the basics of the FAFSA to maximize the available financial resources.
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How to Learn From Your Mistakes
It’s been said that it takes 10,000 hours to become an expert in almost any field. Making mistakes during these 10,000 hours is inevitable and is just a part of the learning process, especially as a student. Here are a few ways to help you move forward and make the best of your blunders.
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6 Steps to Overcome Self-Doubt and Enroll in College
Self-doubt and insecurities can be debilitating and may prevent you from facing challenges, missing opportunities, and above all believing in yourself. Don't be afraid to re-enroll in school or go back to pursue your college degree.
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Writing a Stand Out Resume
Your resume is essentially a window to your personal brand. Keep it simple, be creative, thoughtful, and concise. A clean design or format and crisp, concise writing are important. Make your resume stand out by using these tips.
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How to Beat Writer’s Block
Writer’s block can get the best of even the most creative student. From changing your environment to listening to music, there are many inspiring ways to beat a writer’s worst foe and produce quality work.
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Effective Goal-Setting Tactics: How Students Can Set SMART Goals
Setting S.M.A.R.T. goals can help you hold yourself accountable, refine your personal and educational objectives, find focus among the many distractions, and track your progress along the way. Follow these few tips on how to set S.M.A.R.T. goals of your own that may help you along your journey to earning your degree.
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4 Reasons College Students Should Make Time for Exercise
Studies show that regular exercise provides students with important cognitive benefits that could have positive effects on their scholarly efforts. So, it's important to make time for your classes, job, family and social activities; however, exercise should also play a big role in weekly plans. Read a few tips on why you should make time for working out.
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Brain Foods: Can What You Eat Improve Your Learning?
Healthy eating and good night's sleep can assist you with mental clarity, mood, memory, and ability to focus. Berries, avocados, salmon, eggs, nuts, chocolate and more... We've compiled a list of 10 brain foods that can boost your studies and help you put your best foot forward each day as you log in or attend class.
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Do College Credits Expire?
Today’s typical student may no longer look like a freshman straight out of high school. In fact, college enrollment for those 35 and over is projected to increase by 10% through 2024. "Nontraditional" students have full-time jobs, families and additional financial obligations. Skills from past jobs or former stints at school may be valuable. Questions relating to these experiences may come up, such as: Did my credits expire? Fortunately, you can often seek the answers from an admissions advisors or other university resources.
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How Can I Build Relationships in an Online Learning Program?
Online learning has surged in popularity over the last decade in response to growing demand from a 21st century workforce for quality, flexible degree programs. While a lack of physical proximity may hinder the “instant” attachments students may form in an on-campus, face-to-face setting, with a little effort and good communication habits, online students can form relationships that could serve them well both while they’re in school and after they graduate. Here are a few tips on how to build relationships while taking online courses.
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