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College Success for Students with Learning Disorders
Preparation Advice & Resources for Conquering Learning Challenges at School Every student learns differently, and those with learning disorders may find the average classroom environment intimidating, especially in college. But with proper accommodations,support and preparation, students with learning disorders can not only find success,but excel in higher education. In 2017, students with learning disorders were three …
Stress in School: What Kids Need to Know
Stress in Students: Causes & Symptoms Unlike adults, who can communicate about how stress impacts their lives, children and teens may not recognize or even have the words to describe how they’re feeling. Students are experiencing stress at growing rates, with a 2014 American Psychological Association study finding teens in the U.S. are even more …
ROTC Programs at Colleges and Universities
ROTC programs offer full scholarships to students who pursue an ROTC program and agree to military service upon graduation. Learn more about ROTC and find schools with programs near you.
MyCAA Program for Military Spouses
Earn Your License, Certificate or Associate Degree with the MyCAA Program for Military Spouses What’s on this page Find MyCAA Schools & ProgramsMyCAA Overview & EligibilityApplying for MyCAABenefits of Online Learning While most educational financial aid for the military is focused on the service member themselves though Tuition Assistance, Tuition Assistance Top-Up and the GI …
Mental Health for College Students
Maintaining good mental health is important. Here, we outline helpful resources for students.
How to Prevent Students From Dropping Out
When high school and college students leave school without diplomas or degrees, it becomes harder for them to earn substantial salaries, live healthful lives and open doors of opportunity. While dropout rates among some student populations fell over the last decade, every year, millions of learners don’t finish their programs of study. The following guide …
Supporting and Protecting Undocumented Students
What Schools, Leaders & You Can Do to Help the Undocumented Community Given the political uncertainty around DACA specifically and immigration policy in general, this guide is a reminder of what educators and ordinary citizens can do to help undocumented students. While it should not be taken as legal advice, it does provide readers with …
Support for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Tips for Meeting Autistic Students’ Educational Needs Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability that affects how people respond to their environment behaviorally, socially and communicatively. Since there is a wide variety of ways this disorder manifests itself, people on different parts of that spectrum have different strengths and weaknesses. No matter where a …
Prevention of Plagiarism in College
Strategies & Resources For Students And Teachers Students, particularly those in college, are expected to adhere to rigorous codes of conduct that stress academic integrity, including prohibitions against plagiarism. Steering clear of plagiarism, however, can be more difficult than it seems and the consequences can be severe. Fortunately, it’s a problem educators are devoting quite …
Student Government in High School and College
Boost Your Resume While Making a Difference Student government offers students excellent ways to get involved in the inner workings of their schools, both in high school and in college. Students who participate in their student governments are privy to a range of personal and professional benefits, and they can be exposed to a variety …
College Students Guide to Improving Study Skills
How to Assess and Advance Your Study Habits Before College For most individuals, college will provide the biggest challenge of their academic career. And even though it usually takes two or four years to a college degree, it only takes one semester to sink a GPA or substantially delay graduation. Therefore, it’s important to brush …
Higher Education for Low Income Students
Opportunities & Resources Low income students face unique financial challenges in college which can make higher education seem out of reach. However, many programs exist to help these students succeed and budget for their education. Learn how universities are supporting low income students and find out more about the opportunities available on- and off-campus. The …
International Students’ Guide to Studying in the U.S.
Requirements & Visa Information for International Students Studying in the U.S. as an international student can be an exciting and enriching experience, which is why more and more students choose to come to the U.S. each year. Enrollment of international students in American high schools and colleges has risen significantly in recent years. The number …
Student Veteran’s Guide to College Success
Overcoming the Challenges of Higher Education and Career Training Veterans going to college for the first time face a wide range of challenges. Before classes begin, there’s pressure to find the right school, navigating the new GI Bill®, and making sure all necessary materials have been organized and submitted. After D-Day, there’s fitting in socially, …
Grants & Scholarships for Graduate Students
Grad School Scholarships & How to Get Them You can save time while searching for grad school scholarships by following the information below. Most importantly, this guide could help you locate scholarships, grants, or fellowships that can save you thousands of dollars on your education. Each year, undergraduate and graduate students obtain approximately $49,000,000,000 in …
Funding for Women’s Education
Fellowships, Scholarships, Grants & Expert Advice on Applying Between the 2011-2012 and 2016-2017 academic years, the cost of college rose significantly. Among public universities, tuition and fees rose by 9 percent and 11 percent for two-year and four-year institutions, respectively. Private colleges and universities increased their costs by 13 percent. College is expensive, and most …
LGBTQ+ Student Resources & Support
Creating More Welcoming Environments For LGBTQ+ Teens And College Students Meet the Experts Dr. Deb Cohan Dr. Deb Cohan, Assistant Professor of Sociology at University of South Carolina Beaufort with a specialization in Gender Studies. Former Board of Directors member at PFLAG. Eugene Patron Eugene Patron serves as the communications and marketing director for the …
Most Liberal and Conservative Colleges in the U.S
Choosing a School by Political Landscape For many students, political identity and activism play a crucial role in their collegiate experience. The UCLA Higher Education Research Institute’s 2016 Freshman Survey found that roughly 35% of first-year college students identify as liberal or left-leaning, while 22% identify as conservative or right-leaning. Additionally, a survey from the …
How to Write a College Essay
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