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SAT, ACT Testing to Require Photo IDs to Prevent Cheating

The SAT and ACT have undergone multiple changes over the years, but new security requirements will be enforced this fall as an effort to prevent cheating. Beginning in in the fall of 2012, students taking the SAT or ACT will have to submit photographs of themselves when registering for the popular college entrance exams.

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“Generation Me” Accurately Describes Some Egocentric College Students

Thousands of college students across the country are skipping the traditional beach vacations to perform volunteer work during their spring breaks. Others are making a difference after graduation by enrolling in programs like Teach for America and the Peace Corps. These humanitarians may be exceptions to the rule

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Smart Phone Use Among College Students at All-Time High

When the parents of today

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So You Got a College Rejection Letter: Now What?

Even if you

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3 Year Degree Programs Save Time and Money

College may be

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Colleges and Facebook: Friend a Professor or Let Your Account Be Monitored

Chances are, you

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College Mascot Showdown: Fun Graphic

As you already know from the StateUniversity.com 12 Cool College Mascots post, those lovable cartoon-ish characters represent some of our favorite colleges and universities at sporting events and on collegiate-themed merchandise ranging from clothing to items for your home.

Because college mascots can get the crowd cheering under any circumstances, today we’re sharing this fun college mascot infographic created by Best Colleges Online. Enjoy!

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Summer Internships: Employers Hiring More College Students in 2012

A summer internship during college is an excellent way to gain real-world work experience and might even help you get your foot in the door with a prospective future employer.

Applying for internships can get incredibly competitive, so students will be happy to learn that the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) reports that employers expect to hire more college students for summer internships this year.

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Remedial Classes at the College Level: Are They Necessary?

Remedial classes, which help students

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