College Personal Statement Samples: How to Use Them to Your Advantage

Filed under admission essay writing tips with No Comments, April 29th, 2011 by admin

It’s common among colleges and universities to require applicants to submit a personal statement. It is usually an essay that highlights or expands some of the achievements you listed in your application. It also provides the readers, especially the school board, an idea of who you really are as a person. Because of its significance, [...]

A Simple Guide to Finding College Personal Statement Samples

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Personal statement samples provide a lot of benefits to users, especially to those who are going into college. But with thousands of samples available, how do you pick the most ideal ones? Here are some tips: Search samples according to your desired college program. Your personal statements will have more merit if they were created [...]

How To Stay Awake On College All Nighters

Filed under college life with No Comments, February 18th, 2011 by admin

When you’re in college, an all-nighter is pretty much inevitable. Whether you’re studying for exams, finishing up a term paper, or simply finishing off a pile of assignments, there will be nights where you will spend countless hours working away in college. Here’s what Suite 101 says: Of course, the best advice for pulling an [...]

Tips on Eating Healthy as a College Student

Filed under college life with No Comments, February 11th, 2011 by admin

College kids have been notorious for their junk food, fast food, and insatiable appetites. If you aren’t careful about eating healthy you may find it hard to get through your everyday chores. Here’s what Online Degrees says: Learning to make the right food choices while in college can help you stay healthy, feel more restful, [...]

Ways to Be Energy Efficient and Green in College

Filed under college life with No Comments, February 4th, 2011 by admin

One of the most difficult things about college is having to deal with everyday expenses that can build up quite fast. As Suite 101 suggests, it may be a great idea to go green in college to save some money and help conserve resources: What ecofriendly things can a college student do to help the [...]

Dealing with Homesickness When Moving off for College

Filed under college life with No Comments, January 28th, 2011 by admin

You’ve been accepted to the school of your dreams and you’re now ready to make a brand new start, the only problem is you have to do it halfway across the country from your home, your family, and the places you grew up in. Here’s what College Degrees has to say on the issue: So [...]

How to Avoid Study Distractions in College

Filed under study habits with No Comments, January 21st, 2011 by admin

College is one of the most enjoyable times in life, but it can also be very difficult to keep up with your studies because of all of the distractions around you. Surviving College Life discusses the trouble of distractions: I always meant to be productive during finals week. Really. I scheduled, I planned, and then [...]

Tips for Building Your Career While in College

Filed under college life with No Comments, January 14th, 2011 by admin

College is one of the most crucial periods in your life because it is an institution that prepares you well for your likely career path. If you want to succeed in your career, AOL advises you to make positive career moves while you’re in college: If you are just beginning your college career, or even [...]

Tips on Getting Along with Your College Roommate

Filed under college life with No Comments, January 7th, 2011 by admin

One of the biggest adjustments you will have to make is having to move out of your home and into a completely new place with some complete strangers: your roommates. MSU Apartments Blog mentions the following: Living with someone new or even someone you know but have never lived with before can be nerve wracking. [...]

Some Tips on Dealing with Stress in College

Filed under college life with No Comments, December 29th, 2010 by admin

College can be extremely stressful and draining. If you aren’t careful, this stress can lead you to suffer in various aspects of your life. Here’s what Whooknoo shares on the topic: For college students, the middle of September signifies the fact that the fall semester is well under way. This time of year can also [...]