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Top Five Haunted College Campuses
Reality television shows dealing with the paranormal have become normal, and college campuses are not without their own
School District Proves that College is Possible Despite Economic Hardships
The Hidalgo Independent School District (ISD) in Hidalgo, Texas has raised the bar in terms of college readiness.
Hidalgo ISD, which serves an economically depressed community with one of the lowest number of college-educated adults along the Mexican border, can now serve as an example to school districts across the country.
Top Private Colleges: Get the Best Value for Your Money
Paying for a quality college education is a top priority for many students and their families, especially since most families
College Students, Caffeine and Alcohol: A Dangerous Combination
Caffeine and alcohol have been staples on college campuses for decades, but new colorful cans of caffeinated alcoholic beverages targeted at young people have been causing quite a stir in recent months.
The drinks
Interest-Free Student Loans: Pay Back Only What You Borrowed
Federal student loans have become easier and cheaper to take out, but some students have found an even sweeter deal
College Course Teaching Students to Use the iPad
One Central Michigan University course is more unique than others when it comes to digital technology. Digital Media in Recreation, Parks and Tourism was created to teach students how to maximize use of the Apple iPad.
Blackboard to Sell Remedial Courses
Blackboard, Inc., the web-based course management system, announced on October 13, 2010 a partnership with for-profit education provider K12, Inc. to sell online courses to colleges that wish to outsource their remedial classes.
Student Loan Mania: College Debt Still on the Rise
Just last month the U.S. Department of Education reported that the default rate on student loans has climbed to nearly 7% and student loan statistics are making headlines yet again.
Top 10 Best College Fight Songs
No matter which team you
Least Satisfying College Majors
Some students start college with a major in mind while others have no idea what they
Intellectually Disabled Youths Going to College in Record Numbers
College was once considered an unattainable goal for students with Down syndrome, autism and other conditions that can result in intellectual disabilities, but these students are now leaving high school more academically prepared than ever before and many are excited to take the next step in furthering their education.
Obama asks Congress to Make Education Tax Credit Permanent
President Barack Obama has asked Congress to make an educational tax credit permanent in hopes of allowing college students and their families to continue receiving a tax break each year.
How High School Students Can Qualify for National Merit Scholarships
Newspapers across the country have been running stories featuring local students that were selected as semifinalists for the 2011 National Merit Scholarships.
National Merit Scholarships are awarded to approximately 8,400 finalists who are notified of their achievement between March and June.
College Dropouts are Costing Taxpayers Billions of Dollars
Dropping out of college can leave students with a trail of debt and little to show for it, but a rather disturbing report released on October 11, 2010 has informed the general public that their state and federal governments have been spending billions on college students who dropped out during their freshman year.
5 Things to Consider about Online College Classes
Whether you left college before you earned your degree or you
Those with College Degrees More Likely to Get Married
The struggling economy has pushed weddings to an all-time low, but according to a new report released on October 7, 2010 young adults with college degrees are more likely to be married than those who are less educated.
How Americans Save for College in 2010
Although a recent national study found that one in five American families rank saving for college as their top saving priority, many families wind up making costly mistakes simply because they do not choose the best savings options.
Dual Enrollment: Free College Tuition?
If someone presented you with the opportunity to earn college credits for free, you
Negotiating College Costs with Admissions Advisors
Although it seems that the fall semester just began, it
Lumina Foundation for Education Announces Adult Degree Completion Commitment
On September 29, 2010, the Lumina Foundation for Education announced the Adult Degree Completion Commitment.
Described by Lumina as
White House Summit on Community Colleges set for October 5, 2010
The first-ever White House Summit on Community Colleges is scheduled to take place on October 5, 2010 in Washington, DC.
President Barack Obama has asked Jill Biden