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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 a question prospective college students should keep in mind when choosing a school. Unfortunately, while students have many ways to compare prospective higher education choices, few tools focus on the numbers that matter most, as in, how different a college… Read More
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5 Ways to Stay Safe on College Campuses
Once students arrive at their college campuses, it is easy to forget the outside world. College campuses can be a bubble for young adults where they can forget about some of the dangers of the world. Unfortunately, there are many dangers associated with navigating campus at night. Universities recognize the dangers and have invested in… Read More
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6 Reasons You Should Love Your University Library
It is often difficult to find quiet spaces on campus. To avoid loud roommates and technological distractions, students often seek an alternative place to study and get work done in a productive environment. Libraries are ideal for that purpose, and many universities and colleges offer more than one library and study space. Here are 6… Read More
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Is Graduate School Right for You? Pros and Cons of Graduate School
For students approaching the end of their undergraduate education, the decision to extend their time in university is difficult. Graduate school has its benefits, and some fields even require it, but it can take a serious toll on your wallet and require a grueling full-time commitment for two to three years. Here is a list… Read More
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The New Meaning of Maturity
Today’s 20-something population is stuck in a period of “prolonged adolescence.” It is taking college students more time to earn a job in their career path, get married, buy a house, or even move out of their parents’ place. So why is this? It is easy to dismiss the exaggerated and exhausted criticisms. Millennials are… Read More
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5 Reasons to Join College Clubs
College students juggle classes, homework, and a social life, so finding time to join a club in college can be difficult. But if your schedule permits, enlisting in a club or extracurricular can be extremely beneficial. There are clubs for nearly every major and hobby. Some, like a school newspaper or business club, can be… Read More
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Pursuing Your Passions in College
Tens of thousands of students attend and graduate from a university, but each student leaves with different experiences, including academics and extracurricular activities. While students are required to declare a major, they can still pursue many non-academic interests and discover new passions. Universities can have up to hundreds of clubs and activities, including intramural sports… Read More
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5 Tricks to Save Money at Music Festivals
For those who strive for a vacation, music festivals are the perfect break from a daily routine. From ecstatic fans dancing in the mud to the sea of vendors wrapped in tie-dye, music festivals will take you mentally and physically far away from a lecture hall or office. Music truly is the best escape. Festivals… Read More
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What to Buy AFTER You Move Into Your Dorm
While there are essential items you should buy before you move into your dorm room, there are many other items that you can wait to buy until after you arrive at your campus when you have a better sense of what you need. Moving is never an easy process, so don’t make it more difficult… Read More
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Stigma Surrounding Community College Totally Undeserved
Education is known internationally as one of the most important components for success. And in today’s world, more than ever before, a degree from an accredited university is seen as a necessary key to unlock future opportunities. Each year, an average of 1.3 million high school students in the U.S. will not graduate on time.… Read More
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What to Buy BEFORE You Move Into Your Dorm
College can really change a person! For many, it makes them more economical and the biggest discount seekers. Becoming a fiscally responsible college student requires basic knowledge on deals and discounts and when to take advantage of these opportunities. There are many things college students need for school, and it is usually better to have… Read More