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The Do’s and Don’ts of Choosing a Major in college

Saturday, May 30th, 2009

If you decide to pursue a bachelor’s degree, there are various decisions you have to make, decisions that would really have a great impact on your future.  One of these is your choice of major.
Why choosing a major is important
Choosing a major is very important because this will determine the discipline you will spend [...]

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Where to Find Information About a School’s Admission Process

Monday, December 22nd, 2008

Although colleges and universities have almost the same process of admitting applicants, it is still helpful if you research information about the specific school where you are planning to enroll to. Among the information you should read to broaden your chances of getting admitted are tips on writing  a personal statement. Aside from this, it [...]

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Things You Need to Know About Student Health Insurance

Friday, December 19th, 2008

College and graduate school students are prone to sickness and fatigue because of the workload and demands of their academic life. This is why student health insurance packages and policies are very important. Aside from the protection a student health insurance gives, it also lightens the financial burden of the students in case they get [...]

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Balancing Academics and Romantic Relationships

Saturday, December 13th, 2008

For some, a student life centered solely on academics is boring and at the same time stressful. Many students enjoy being in a relationship; it keeps them motivated especially during difficult times. This is of course great, as long as the students maintain the balance between their studies and personal relationships. However, maintaining the equilibrium [...]

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The Role of Prestige in One’s Choice of School

Wednesday, December 10th, 2008

There are various factors that affect the parents’ and students’ choice of school. There are some who take into primary account the tuition rates and other expenses when choosing a school. For some, the accessibility of the school is the most important factor to consider. However, there are others who believe that prestige is the [...]

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Student Loans: A Good Source of Financial Aid

Friday, November 14th, 2008

Having to foot the bill for your living expenses and school fees is one of the most challenging parts of college life. Even those who are already working while pursuing their graduate studies may also have trouble with money. As they say, higher education is never cheap. But even on a tight budget, you can [...]

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Choosing Majors for Medical School and Law School

Wednesday, November 12th, 2008

Preparing for either medical or law school is not easy. Intense preparation is necessary for you to be able to go through the rigorous demands of your college major. Some schools offer pre-medical and pre-law courses to help students who are thinking of going to medical school and law school, respectively. Do students who took [...]

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A Guide to Avoiding Sexual Harassment in College

Monday, November 10th, 2008

Sexual harassment does happen in many educational institutions. This is a serious circumstance that these institutions of higher learning vow to eliminate. According to studies conducted by the American Association for University Women (AAUW), 60% of both male and female students have experienced being sexually harassed at the college or university institutions where they study. [...]

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Personal SWOT Analysis: Determining Your Course

Saturday, November 8th, 2008

The SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats) analysis can be applied in various areas needing performance evaluation. For example, it is used to plan and assess the possible behavior of a business venture. It is basically a tool in determining, analyzing, and interpreting the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats relevant to a project. Similarly, this [...]

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Top Five Careers in the Humanities and Social Sciences

Thursday, November 6th, 2008

Being able to do various job types gives you an edge in following your career path. Two fields that you can look into are the areas of social sciences and humanities, which are areas of study for people whose interests are diverse. The reason why these fields are able to provide you with the coping [...]

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