Public Administration Career Opportunities
The public administration sector offers plenty of job opportunities for the right candidates. For example, figures published by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) show that state and local governments employ about eight million people. Other employers include healthcare facilities, retailers, and learning institutions. People who work in public administration engage in tasks such […]
What The Affordable Care Act Means For Transfer Students
According to the Center for Post secondary and Economic Success (CLASP), the number of uninsured people aged between 18 and 34 years is almost double that of people aged over 35 years. The problem is most of these young adults tend to be students in college or university. The lack of coverage can make it […]
Meeting All University Transfer Requirements According To Law
When attending college, a student may discover that the programs offered in the university do not go in line with his or her career path. In such cases, one can decide to transfer to another university that meets his or her preferences. This is known as an academic transfer. When transferring to a new university, […]
Career Opportunities in Law Without Going to Law School
Carving out a career in the legal profession comes with a certain degree of prestige and financial security. These and other perks help law schools attract thousands of applicants every year. Legal education can be an excellent investment for those who can afford it but soaring fees make it inaccessible for most people. Fortunately, a […]
5 Things a Community College Student Should Never Be Without
Regardless of where you’re studying, community college is an experience abundant with opportunities. Every day is a surprise regarding who you’ll meet or bump into, what you’ll learn and what connections, recreational or professional, you might find yourself making. With professors flooding emails, friends blowing up phones and class starting in five minutes, it’s important […]
Growing Number of UAE Students Opting for an American University Education
Deepening ties between the United States and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) continue to be fostered through education. According to a report published by the Institute of International Education, the number of UAE high school leavers now opting for a university education in the USA has grown by 12% year-on-year. But it’s a two-way process […]
Welcome Back Future Transfer Students!
School is back on full blast and with all of the new college students comes a plethora of transfer students. In the beginning of a school year there may tend to be a high amount of focus put on high school seniors and many transfer students can find themselves getting behind or feeling left out […]
Transfer To Dartmouth From CC
Did you know that students transfer to Ivy League from community college every year? That means you can transfer to Dartmouth University after just 2 years at community college. It’s a fantastic opportunity and quite achievable, as long as you’re willing to put in the work to get accepted. To transfer to Dartmouth from CC, you’ll […]
Transfer To Brown University From Community College
Are you interested in transferring to Brown University? If so, I applaud you for having a goal to aspire towards. Whether you’re majoring in liberal arts or sciences, Brown University is a great school. However, it is an Ivy League school that can be challenging to get into, especially as a transfer student. To transfer […]
Top 4 Howard University Transfer Tips
To be a Howard University transfer, there are several requirements you have to satisfy. For both community college transfers and 4-year-schools, transfer students must have at least 15 transferrable credit hours and earned a cumulative GPA of 2.5. However, that just might not be enough to gain admission into Howard University. The college is as […]
An Associates Degree In Criminal Justice Makes Sense For You
As a huge community college advocate, it just makes sense to me. If you’re going into criminal justice, why not earn your associates degree in community college, then transfer to Ivy League, tier 1 or any other university you want. Most people will say that community college sucks and transferring is too difficult. However, that’s […]
Johnson County Community College Offers Pain Management Certificate
This past week, I was speaking to a family friend who was saying they would like to get a Pain Management certification. She is an RN and needs some credit hours for work. I asked her where she was taking the course, and she said,”somewhere in the city.” Now, I live near New York City […]
3 Reasons Why People Choose Online Learning
Online Learning is becoming an increasingly popular alternative to traditional on campus learning. In fact according to the Sloan Consortium and Babson Research Group’s survey, over 5.6 million students were taking at least one online college course during the fall 2009 term; an increase of nearly one million students over the number reported the previous year. […]
5 Ways to Prepare Yourself for Becoming a Nurse
Becoming a nurse is huge decision and now that you have made it, there are ways that you can prepare yourself for this rewarding but challenging career. Personal Character Your personal character is important to know before becoming a nurse. You have to be able to work well with people and be very patient. This […]
7 Study Habits That Will Help You Succeed
You’ve already heard of the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, written by American businessman and author Stephen R. Covey, but what about the book on study habits? Although it is not a book, this post will give you the best tools for one of the most tedious tasks students face: studying. Staying organized in […]
The Almighty Interview: What Employers are Really Looking For in You
Everyone wants to make the best possible impression during a job interview, especially if competition for the position is fierce. So what are interviewers really looking for? Here are a few qualities to keep in mind during any interview you attend, no matter what type of job you are applying for. Confidence When you are […]
Apartment Hunting Tips for Community College Transfer Students
There is so much to be excited for when preparing to start a new phase of life. Whether it is landing a new job, getting married, having your first child, or transferring to a new college, life changes are exciting and daunting at the same time. There is a lot to think about: Do I […]
College Class of 2013 Infographic by SpareFoot
Do you think earning a college degree is common? Find out interesting facts about 2013 college graduates in this infographic below. You might be surprised that you’re not as alone as you might feel. In fact, there are many students graduating and still wondering about having a job or deciding on a career. Sure, it […]
What Does a Typical Culinary Arts Curriculum Cover?
Though most people can do at least a little cooking, the truth is that cooking is a skill like any other. Some people have a natural knack for it, some people are amazing at it, but everyone can get better than they are. Culinary school is intended to help people who have a professional interest […]
How to Avoid the “Freshman 15” After Transferring
The scary “freshman 15” is something that new college students ponder over, including college freshman and community college transfers. This term refers to the amount of weight that most students gain during their first year at college. Of course, fifteen pounds is just an average amount. Some students might gain more and others might gain less. […]