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Why college textbooks are so expensive – and what to do about it

John — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 11:54:23 +0000

College textbooks aren't getting any cheaper, but there are ways to get around the basic costs so you can show up prepared to class with a bit more money left in your account.

Priority Admissions – Why Early Application Matters

John — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 11:23:09 +0000

Many colleges and universities have priority deadline dates that are earlier than their usual application deadlines. Learn about how applying to school early influences your chance at admissions and financial assistance.

Jobs Report – Employment Continues to Fall

John — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 12:44:33 +0000

The September 2009 jobs report is bad news for students, job seekers, and investors alike. Yet some sectors requiring a technical education are still holding on strong.

Scholarships with October 2009 Deadlines

John — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 09:44:50 +0000

Here are a few nationally known scholarship programs with deadline dates coming up in October of 2009.

Congress May Cut Banks from Student Loan Business

John — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 00:01:45 +0000

Student loan businesses may soon be losing out on a huge piece of guaranteed profitability. The House of Representatives has recently passed a bill that would cut out private lenders who current act as subsidized intermediaries.

Find a College Degree Program Online

John — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 13:03:17 +0000

If you're unsure what degree programs are available near you or online, a quick (and free) search can help get you started with comparing schools and education options.

Student Loans Hit Even Higher Records

John — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 08:15:11 +0000

The number of students borrowing money for college is up over recent years, but the good news in this is that more students are receiving these funds from cheaper government loans.

Tips for Overcoming Back to School Stress

John — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 15:13:06 +0000

Heading back to college can be a stressful time - so follow these tips to avoid the anxiety and stress commonly associated with the beginning of a school year.

MIT Provides Free College Courses Online

John — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 10:01:50 +0000

Students interested in a challenge can follow along with any class in the MIT course catalog - all for no cost and from the comfort of your own home.

College Scholarships with September 2009 Deadlines

John — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 07:18:43 +0000

Some popular college scholarship awards with deadlines in September. Be sure to get those applications started so you can be considered for financial assistance.