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6 Things I Wish I Knew Freshman Year
The college guide books your parents bought you can tell you only so much. Oftentimes,…
Benefits of Volunteering for Students
Should you volunteer in high school and college? Volunteering as a student is a great…
11 Move-In Day Tips You Will Thank Me For!
The one and only thing that the tiny college freshmen and the big bad seniors…
First Week of College: Dos and Don’ts
Arriving at college is an exciting and transformative moment in a young adult’s life. As…
Five Top Tips to Succeed In Your First Year of University
This week, thousands of new students from around the country will be starting their first…
Everything You Need to Know About Dorm Bedding
Dorm life can be a wonderful experience. It’s a time to meet new people, learn…
5 Reasons to Join College Clubs
College students juggle classes, homework, and a social life, so finding time to join a…
How to Stay Safe at Night While on Campus
Late nights are inevitable in college. Whether coming from a late class, long club meeting,…
What I Wish I Knew My Freshman Year — Interview With Veronica Gonzalez, Executive Director, University of Houston Student Ambassadors
TUN sits down with Veronica Gonzalez, a business management major at the University of Houston…
How to Survive Your Freshman Year of College (#CollegeBound Series)
So, you did it. You took the ACT/SAT, visited a few campuses, narrowed down your…
23 Lessons for Freshmen as They Begin College
The Class of 2023 is arriving on university campuses across the country. For the majority…
5 Ways to Detach Yourself From Social Media
We all know the downside of social media — namely that it makes people feel…
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How Letters of Recommendation Help Your College Application — Interview With Kristina Dooley, President, Independent Educational Consultants Association
TUN sits down with Kristina Dooley, president of the Independent Educational Consultants Association and founder…
With Colleges Dropping SAT/ACT Essay Requirement, Should Students Still Take It?
Every year, millions of students choose to take the optional essay section included in the…
How to Choose a College Amid COVID-19 — Interview With Sonali Bridges, Founder and President of Bridges Educational Consulting
TUN sits down with Sonali Bridges, founder and president of Bridges Educational Consulting, to discuss…
A Student’s Guide to Freshman Orientation
Throughout college there will undoubtedly be stresses, but there is no need to clench your…
The Top 100 Universities in the U.S. Based on Post-Graduation Liquidity
How much money will I have in my wallet 10 years from now? That is…
How to Pay for College As an International Student
U.S. college education is expensive. Especially for international students, who are not eligible for a…
What Colleges Look for in Personal Statements — Interview with Natalie Grinblatt, Educational Consultant at Accepted
TUN sits down with Natalie Grinblatt, an educational consultant at Accepted and former admissions director…
Cash Incentives and Campus Coaches Improve Free Community College Programs
Adding cash incentives and educational support systems to existing College Promise programs increases community college…
SAT Preparation Tips From the College Board — Interview With Dr. Lauri Benton, Senior Director of Counselor Engagement, College Board
TUN sits down with Dr. Lauri Benton, senior director of counselor engagement at the College…
What Are Colleges Looking for in Application Essays?
After four years of classes and multiple Saturdays spent taking the SAT or ACT, the…
Tips for a Perfect AP Exam Score — Interview With Dawn Mueller, Educational Consultant with Tutor Doctor
TUN sits down with Dawn Mueller, an educational consultant with Tutor Doctor, to discuss practical…
SAT vs. ACT: Which Test Should You Take? — Interview With Brionna Johnson, Graduate Assistant and Former Adviser With College Advising Corps at UGA
TUN sits down with Brionna Johnson, a graduate assistant and former adviser with the College…