Getting Into College

Your GPA is really important for all sorts of things. It can help you get or maintain a scholorship, get you into exclusive clubs or societies, and even get you a job!

Come on now!!! It's only an essay that gives an important impression of your character to people you've never met who decide whether or not you get into your school of choice. No big deal right?...

Getting a bachelor's degree has many advantages. A bachelor's degree can open up doors of opportunity both financially and academically. New Jersey is an excellent place to get a bachelor's...

College prices are through the roof. Maybe that's ok if you plan on graduating and start raking in money as a doctor or, if you just come from a wealth family who will be paying the bills. If...

How are the top 100 Colleges lists determined? What criteria, methodology and statistics are used to get a colleges rank? Here I will try to uncover the answers to help you determine the best USA...

Entry into nursing school is growing in competitiveness and is nearly as challenging as acceptance into medical school. However, it is entirely possible to be accepted to nursing school if you put...

Before you completely dismiss the concept of starting to prepare for college while your child is still in middle school, consider whether there are things you are teaching your child that are...

My "How to Get a Scholarship" article helps the novice or amateur scholarship seeker get a scholarship application list, write a winning proposal and even receive scholarship awards.

When we think of going to school these days we think allot of work and giant bill. This does not have to be that way though. There are plenty of easy online schools and scholarships if you know...

Admissions for good colleges and graduate schools can be very competitive. A great way to improve your admissions chances is to volunteer for public service work. This article will give you some...

Applying for colleges and completing college application essays can seem like an intimidating task. Choosing the right words and making a strong impression can take precision and careful planning....

If your current college or university is not all that you'd hoped it would be, you may be considering applying for admission to a new one. Once more you will go through the rigmarole of college...

With more than 3,000 nursing education programs in the United States, potential students are faced with tough choices. Nursing schools vary significantly in the theoretical underpinnings of their...

So you're thinking about applying to a top MBA program, or maybe you're already certain that it's a must-do step in your career. The hardest part about earning your MBA from a top tier program is...

Chamberlain College of Nursing is a fully accredited institute of higher education. The college has campuses in Illinois, Ohio, Arizona, Florida and Missouri. It offers a Master of Science in...

Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) is a process that recognizes that learning can take place as a result of life and/or work experience. It is the formal acknowledgment of these...

Getting into a California State school is a numbers game, pure and simple. Each year, each Cali state school sets a number called the eligibility index. If you score at or above that eligibility...

If you've read one of my previous articles, "How to Pass a CLEP Test," you remember some general tips to help you ace any CLEP exam. This article will give some pointers on passing the...

Many colleges offer programs in social work, and each college has specific requirements for admission. However, some common themes shed light on the basic qualifications that schools look for when...

This article is intended to help the student that has already decided that they need to transfer colleges. Often times, there are questions that come to mind once someone decides that they should...

Ivy League colleges look at the total application package when making admissions decisions. What schools are looking for are well rounded individuals, who excel in both academics and...

You're a senior in high school (or maybe even a junior) and you are preparing for college. Gulp! It's quite a daunting process, taking all those SATs and AP courses and keeping up your grades...

Governor Swarzkoff the Terminator Mr. I'll Be Back has decided that the best way to deal with a bankrupt California is to cut off the education of the generation that might actually solve the...

Most people have to write some sort of personal statement or admissions essay at some point in their lives. It’s hard to write about yourself and many people struggle. Here are some basic steps...

With college tuition being expensive and a tight job market, you want to make sure the major you choose will both get you a good-paying job and a job that you're passionate about.

Getting into a California State school is a numbers game, pure and simple. I learned this with my son, who got into his first choice school by the skin of his teeth.

Are you an adult or non-traditional Learner? Looking to get an online education? Have a busy life but need to go back to school? Interested in getting that degree you need for a promotion or...

William Shakespeare College is located in London, England. It is not accredited and does not give associate's or bachelor's degrees, but it does give diplomas and professional certificates....

If your college career started off in a different direction than you had hoped, but you still dream of graduating from a top college or university, you can follow these steps to gain admission to...

The exact credit requirements needed to get into a 4-year college will likely vary based on the college of your choice. Some colleges and universities may put an emphasis in one area while making...

University personal statements are an opportunity for applicants to share their ambitions, personal goals, and credentials with admissions officers in a first-person format. Because personal...

Are you considering going back to college after you have been out of school for a while? This article will help you take a few steps to see if you are ready to go back to school. It will also tell...

These days, having a college degree under your belt is crucial when seeking that better paying job. You will more than likely never get a taste of that desired job without at least an associates...

Applying for presidential pardons can be a daunting task, as I am sure you know. After all, that is probably why you are reading this. You want to know exactly what you need to apply for a...

Getting into college can be stressful. Applications can be long and complicated, and the last thing you want to do is mess something up. Perhaps the most important aspect though, is the essay....

So you want to apply for admission to The Ohio State University. You are not alone, Ohio State University is one of the largest colleges in the United States. Just because it is large does not...

The General Equivalency Diploma gives students who do not graduate from high school the opportunity to get their diploma and be eligible for college and financial aid. The battery of tests was...

Calculus is a prerequisite course for many courses in upper level math, science, economics and business courses in college. Many students take calculus while in high school. Taking an AP calculus...

Many colleges and universities will award students credit and/or advanced standing for work in macroeconomics done in high school if the student earns a high score on the advanced placement exam...

The College Board Advanced Placement program is designed so that students can take college level courses while still in high school. Students can then earn college credit by taking an advanced...

Many colleges award college credit to students who earn a score of four (4) or a five (5) on the Advanced Placement exam for United States history. Many folks do not realize that students are not...

When you get ready to write your personal statement for college, you may get nervous thinking of the perfect thing to write about and the most sophisticated way to say it. With a little planning...

The personal statement is one of the most important writings you may draft. It is required on many applications, including those for medical or law school. It could be your only opportunity to...

Graduating a student that has always been homeschooled, has a few important steps to follow.

A significant factor in the college admissions decision is your essay. Every student is reduced to numbers and letters by your GPA, class rank, grades and standardized-test scores. Your college...

Successfully applying for college can be a stressful time of life for any high school senior. Senior year of high school is supposed to be one of the best times of your life. There's too much to...

Putting together your college applications is never fun. It's even more nerve-wracking when you're hoping to make it to the top. Division I colleges provide students with a great education but...

Your personal statement is your opportunity to show the admissions committee who you are as a person, outside of the objective parts of your application. Many schools no longer require interviews,...

There are plenty of ways to study for the SAT, and any eager college junior will likely be exploring many of them. However, the only official SAT study guide is published by College Board, the...

Getting into the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School, one of the top ranked business schools in the world, is no cakewalk. Fortunately there are some easy things you can do to increase...