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About 69.7% of high school graduates enroll in college, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics' most recent report. Of those students, only about 58% are expected to earn a degree within 6 years. Why? There are many barriers to education, some of which can stop college dreams before they begin or stall them in their tracks. Cost Four years of...

Been searching for a career that shows real growth potential? Maybe you’ve been considering a job in a fast-growing medical field. Take that leap and start a fulfilling and financially rewarding new career as a pharmacy tech. Check out some of the opportunities this job has to offer. Most Companies Offer On-The-Job Training Do you want to see if you would...

Looking into furthering your education beyond high school? College is an option, but the rising costs of tuition have some students looking for a viable alternative. Trade school could be the solution, and it might help you find a high-paying position much quicker. Check out these reasons why it could be the right choice for you. Shorter Time to Complete A...

Books are powerful. They can help us learn, stimulate our imaginations and give us thought-provoking ideas about real life. And sometimes, they can even help us prepare for future life experiences...like college! Think about it: college is an opportunity to learn about yourself and the world. What better time is there to pick up a few books and expand your horizons...

For many young kids growing up on the soccer field or basketball court, representing their college as a student athlete is a highly sought-after dream. If you excel at a sport, an athletic scholarship can also open the door to academic opportunities. But while it can seem like a golden opportunity, being a student athlete isn’t all fun and...

I had many considerations on my mind when I first started looking at colleges... I wanted to know about each school’s program for my intended major, as well as class sizes, school atmosphere and, of course, what the dorms were like. Cost was a factor, too, but it wasn’t high on my list. Years later, I’m still paying off my student loans,...

Applying for college can be a daunting process, so it makes sense to aim for schools that can offer the best education. As a result, you may feel pressure to make the cut for some of the more elite schools. The more selective the college, the higher quality of education, right? What if you stopped stressing over college applications and...

Imagine earning your college degree and coming out with little to no debt. It sounds too good to be true, doesn’t it? As of 2018, about 20% of U.S. residents carry student loan debt. This can be a huge barrier for graduates just getting their lives started. There are a whole bunch of methods to help you minimize that pesky debt...

Have you ever wondered why some professors like certain students more than others? Believe it or not, it’s usually not that hard to make your instructors happy. They may not always come out and say exactly what they want, but there are a few behaviors that can help boost your relationship with your professor almost immediately. Implement some of these...

The United States expects to see roughly 200,000 new jobs for registered nurses each year between now and 2026, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The demand for nurses is high, significantly outpacing other careers in the healthcare industry. Students who are interested in this path would be smart to get started on their nursing education right away. If...