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12 Jobs for Computer Science Majors
Computer technologies have come to shape our world and are involved in virtually every sector of contemporary society. As a result, computer science is one of the fastest growing fields and looks to stay that way for the foreseeable future. With a computer science degree, you could find yourself working at a wide variety of… Read More
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12 Jobs for Chemistry Majors
A chemistry major is a perfect stepping stone to many careers in the natural sciences, and particularly careers developing chemical technologies and products. Chemists typically work in lab settings, conducting basic research or developing chemical products like drugs, materials, or even foods. Many chemistry-related careers overlap with other natural sciences, so aspiring chemists may want… Read More
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12 Jobs for Economics Majors
An economics major is a great option for anyone interested in pursuing a career in business or finance. Economics majors can expect high lifetime earnings, typically in careers in the financial sector or in money management. For those interested in economics who do not envision a career in finance, there are still plenty of other… Read More
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12 Jobs for Math Majors
A math major is an incredibly useful degree that can lead to gainful and high-paying employment in a variety of fields — particularly in finance and computer science. Many math majors end up working for private corporations as economists, actuaries or various kinds of data analysts, though there are also ample opportunities in government and… Read More
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12 Jobs for Biology Majors
A biology major is a perfect stepping stone to many careers in the natural sciences, and particularly careers in health and medicine. Most biology majors end up pursuing careers as doctors and surgeons, a valuable line of work with high levels of job satisfaction, employment prospects, and income. But, even if biology graduates want to… Read More
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8 Toronto Bands College Music Fans Should Keep an Eye on
O Canada! Our neighbors to the north have never quite gotten their due for producing beautiful noise. The likes of Neil Young, Joni Mitchell, Robbie Robertson, and, yes, Drake, hail from the Great White North. In the 21st century, Toronto has established itself — along with Montreal — as an epicenter of the Canadian music… Read More
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Everything You Need to Know About ACT Scores
The ACT is a two-hour, 55 minutes exam with Math, Reading, English and Science sections. It also has a 40-minute optional Essay section. The ACT and SAT exams each have their own unique challenges, and students may be more suited to one over the other. For the key differences between the two exams, check this… Read More
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Everything You Need to Know About SAT Scores
Beginning March 2024, the SAT is a digital exam with a Math section and a Reading and Writing section that will take 2 hours, 14 minutes (excluding breaks). The College Board has dropped the optional SAT essay, but it may be required as part of SAT School Day administrations in some states. Unlike the ACT,… Read More
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7 Seattle Bands College Music Fans Should Keep an Eye on
The storied Seattle music scene is known best for its ‘90s alt-rock scene — that which produced Nirvana, Soundgarden, Mudhoney, and Alice In Chains, among others. But Seattle’s musical legacy goes far beyond just grunge. The city is also famously the birthplace of the original guitar wizard and heavy rock pioneer Jimi Hendrix, and it… Read More
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7 Cleveland Bands for College Music Fans to Keep an Eye on
Cleveland may be best known by music fans for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, America’s towering monument to the music industry bastions of old, but Cleveland (and neighboring Akron) quietly has a phenomenal track record of producing great bands. It’s a legacy that includes pioneers across many genres — the industrial rock group… Read More
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All You Need to Know About Pell Grants
Pell Grants can be one of the best resources for college students in need of extra money to help pay for their education. These grants are awarded and disbursed by the federal government. Unlike loans, recipients don’t have to pay back Pell Grants. This is, essentially, free money to students who could use some help… Read More
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7 Bay Area Bands for College Music Fans to Keep an Eye on
The San Francisco Bay Area has one of the most legendary music scenes in the United States. The legacy begins, of course, with the psychedelic madness of the Haight Ashbury’s heyday in the 1960s. The hippies are long gone (most of them, at least), but new scenes — from hardcore punk to the ever-underrated Oakland… Read More
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A Broke Student’s Travel Guide to Savannah
The oldest city in Georgia and one of the oldest in the entire southern United States, Savannah is a city steeped in history. Known for its historic architecture, its haunted history, and the Spanish moss that hangs over the entire city, it is truly unique. It also happens to be only a short drive from… Read More
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8 Athens, Georgia Bands for College Music Fans to Keep an Eye on
As a college town with a population of just over 100,000, Athens, Georgia, boasts one of the most storied music scenes in the country. There is a long and rich history of music in the Classic City, the birthplace of R.E.M., Widespread Panic, the B-52s, and Neutral Milk Hotel. Those bands have since outgrown their… Read More
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8 Philadelphia Bands for College Music Fans to Keep an Eye on
Philly may not always have been known for its music scene, but the city has quietly grown into one of the nation’s musical centers in the past decade. Philadelphia has become a haven for musicians seeking refuge from steep rents as well as proximity to major cultural centers in nearby NYC and Boston. Known for… Read More
