California State to introduce digital textbook rental program
Academic leaders at the California State University (CSU) System have agreed to introduce a range of digital textbooks at a discounted rate through a partnership with Cengage Learning. More than 5,000...
View ArticleIs community college right for you?
Increasing numbers of students are looking at community colleges as a way to earn a degree, explore new majors and learn new skills. Is a two-year school right for you? According to an article in the...
View ArticleWhat every high school senior should know about financial aid
The process of applying for financial aid can be confusing. With so many deadlines and forms to submit, students filling out college applications can often get overwhelmed. However, applying for...
View ArticleRemedial community college classes affect successful graduation, say studies
According to two studies by the Community College Research Center at Columbia University cited by The Washington Post, many students could achieve the same academic results at community colleges by...
View ArticleNew site launched to give students more graduation data
Although it's not the only thing you should think about during a college search, the graduation rates of your prospective schools do matter. To provide students with more information on the completion...
View ArticleColleges commended for community service
Many young people who fill out college applications also want to change the world for the better. To recognize the ways that schools around the country are making a difference in their communities, the...
View ArticleLiberal arts colleges can encourage alumni networking
For some students, filling out college applications, balancing work and studies and successfully completing their degrees can be a substantial accomplishment. However, depending on a student's major,...
View ArticleStudents at Tennessee university get early heads-up on grades
If you thought waiting to hear back after sending out college applications was nerve-wracking, wait until you have to wait for your grades. Now, thanks to the technical skills of the school's provost,...
View ArticleStudents set positive example for alternative spring breaks
It's that time of year again – students all over the country are setting off to places like Florida and Cancun to blow off some steam during Spring Break. However, some college students are proving...
View ArticleCommunity colleges voice concerns about changes to federal aid
As part of new budgetary measures, students will have to possess a high school diploma or GED if they want to remain eligible for financial aid, reports Inside Higher Ed. At the moment, students don’t...
View Article
