College preparation

Registering for a college entrance exam – what you need to know

By Catherine Mueller While it’s not as challenging as the test itself, registering for a college entrance exam, such as the ACT or SAT, does take some preparation. The steps for each test are different but both the ACT and the SAT remind students a photo is needed to register, and the registration process will take […]

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It’s not too late to complete the FAFSA

Recent high school graduates still have time to complete the FAFSA for fall 2024 enrollment. Anyone considering attending postsecondary education in the upcoming academic year should know that it’s not too late. Even if a prospective student isn’t sure about plans for the future, it’s a good idea to go ahead and complete the FAFSA.

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Nine reasons why a student wouldn’t ask a parent to provide information on the FAFSA

By Catherine Mueller For most students, applying for financial aid for college is not a solo act. In other words, students who are under the age of 24 must ask their parent or parents to contribute to their FAFSA – unless they have personal or unusual circumstances that exempt them from including parent information. If a

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Jobs requiring bachelor’s degrees expected to increase the fastest in the next decade

By Catherine Mueller Jobs that require a bachelor’s degree are expected to grow faster than average for all occupations, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor statistics. In the Bureau’s publication of The Economics Daily posted on March 7, 2024, it was reported that occupations that typically require a bachelor’s degree are expected to have 3.3 million openings

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Mapping Your Future offers free career planning information, resources

By Catherine Mueller Career planning happens year-round but special attention was paid to the topic in February, which was Career and Technical Education month. Mapping Your Future offers several resources for both institutions and for individuals seeking career planning information and tools. For those who are finished with school and need or want to find new

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March tasks for high school seniors

By Beth Ziehmer As your senior year gets closer to winding down, make sure to complete the necessary admission applications, scholarship essays, and financial aid information – keeping in mind the necessary deadlines. Don’t let yourself become overwhelmed with the tasks at hand, but continue to progress through your to do list. Below are the tasks

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