college myths

8 articles tagged with "college myths"

College Reality Check: Learn This Long Before You Leave

College is a great time, but don't fool yourself into thinking it's going to be this perfect experience. Here's a reality check and advice you need to keep in mind. read more

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Senior Assistant Editor & Counselor Communications Coordinator, CollegeXpress

The Worst Myth: College Is for Rich Kids

Do you need to be rich in order to get a college degree? Absolutely not! But if you're concerned about affording your college costs, check out this advice. read more

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Freelance Writer

How to Spot Crazy College Admission Myths

We've all heard some crazy college admission stories...but which ones are true and what are just stories? Here's how to spot the difference!f read more

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College Counselor, Collegewise

True or False? Clearing Up College Myths

Take a look at the most common myths about college, from getting scholarships with a low GPA to whether or not admission counselors really read your essays. read more

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5 Times I Was Really Wrong During My College Search

No two students have the same admission experience, but you should at least be aware of these common college search mistakes that could happen to you! read more

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CollegeXpress Student Writer

9 College Admission Myths, Busted!

You've heard a lot about the college search over the years, and we guarantee a lot of it isn't true. Here are nine common admission myths cleared up. read more

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CollegeXpress Student Writer

The Top 3 Scholarship Myths You Should Never Believe

There are a lot of myths about college scholarships. But for every one you believe, you're costing yourself a lot of money! Here are three you should ignore. read more

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Founder, Thousand Dollar Hour

College Myths Exposed

If you have a child going off to college in the near future, you've probably already started thinking about the "worst" that can happen. Well, I have some good news . . . college isn't as scary as you might think! read more

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Senior Assistant Editor, Carnegie Communications

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