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Great Scholarship Tips for the Future College Athlete

A full ride isn't in the cards for every student-athlete, so it's important to search and apply for outside scholarships. Get started with this advice!

by Megan Gibbs

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SAT 101: Handy Tips and Tricks for the Test

This advice for each section for the SAT will help make your testing experience a whole lot easier!

by Erica West

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Your Ultimate Guide to a 4.0 Grade Point Average

Improving your grades is always a beneficial goal. Here's what a 4.0 GPA means for college-bound high schoolers, university students, and job seekers.

by GPA Calculator

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Scholarship Strategies to Build Your Professional Network

Networking is important to your future career--but it can also help your scholarship search! Develop a scholarship networking strategy with this expert advice

by Jean O'Toole

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How to Guide High School Freshmen Through the Next 4 Years

Counselors play a big role in keeping students focused on the future. Here's how to help freshmen make the most of these four vital but fleeting years.

by Stephanie Farah

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12 Free Online Resources Every High School Student Should Know About

The internet has a plethora of resources to help high school students navigate their college journey. Check out these 12 free websites you should bookmark!

by Danielle Steen

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How to Organize Your College Search Like a Pro

Organizing your college search the right way can make or break the process. Student writer Pilar has some great advice on doing it with ease and efficiency.

by Pilar Zapata Thompson

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The Ultimate Scholarship Guide: How Scholarships Work

Welcome to the first installment of a three-part series all about scholarships! First up: What are scholarships and how do they work?

by Jessica Tomer

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How to Start Your Own Great Club in High School

Joining clubs and getting involved is a big part of high school. But what do you do if the club you want to join isn't offered? Start one yourself! Here's how.

by Srivarsha Rayasam

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4 Steps You Can Take to Succeed as a Transfer Student

This transfer student went from a community college to two four-year institutions. So wherever you're transferring from, you can learn a lot from her.

by Nicole Lynch

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Top 10 Ways You Can Help Your Students Stand Out to Colleges

Students need your support during the college search and admission process. Here are 10 ways counselors can help students stand out to schools they care about.

by Lisa Bleich

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Important Questions About Transfer Financial Aid, Answered

Transfer financial aid may not be that different from the first time you filed the FAFSA, but you may have questions about the process. Here are the answers.

by Gail Roberson

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6 Fail–Safe Ways to Flunk Your High School Classes

Bringing your grades back up is a lot harder than letting them tank, so don't fall into any of these sure-fire traps to fail your high school classes.

by Mariel Ortega

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Top 4 Myths About Money and the ACT That Parents Should Know

Worried about some things you've heard about the ACT and scholarships? Don't fret. Much of what you've heard is skewed. Let's debunk four money myths!

by Rachel Kapelke-Dale

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Top 10 Tips for Your College Visit Road Trip

Are you traveling far to visit your colleges of interest? Here's how to make the most of your experience on a whirlwind road trip college search adventure.

by Elizabeth Miller

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8 Easy Ways to Have a Meaningful Summer Vacation

Worried about wasting the whole summer? Make it count with these eight ways to enjoy the long break and do something meaningful at the same time.

by Natalie Engh

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Parents, It's Time to Communicate About College Costs

Some parents put off the money talk with their students far longer than they should. Here's why you should talk about college costs early in the search process.

by Scott Gibney

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3 Things I Wish I'd Known My Freshman Year

A junior at the University of North Texas reveals three things she wishes she knew when she first started college. Find out what the inside scoop is now!

by Courtney Finley

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The CollegeXpress Ultimate Guide to the College Search

This guide has everything you need to find the right college(s) for you. Learn when to start your search, how to find your perfect college match, and more!

by CollegeXpress

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Your Ultimate Step–by–Step Guide to College in Canada

Canada is a popular academic destination for students from around the world. Here's a comprehensive look at Canadian education, universities, and everyday life.

by Lindsay MacAdam; Karen McKellin