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Do Most Parents Really Pay for Their Kids' College?

Hey everyone, a quick but super important question. How often do parents foot the bill for their kids' undergraduate degree? Is that a common thing or do most students rely on financial aid, scholarsh …

a year ago

Getting Most Money for College Textbooks

I know textbooks can be expensive and I'm looking for ways to recoup some of those costs. What are the best ways to get the most money back for used college textbooks?

a year ago

Maximizing Tax Benefits as a College Student

Okay, so tax season's up and I want to get a good grip on my situation. How do I get the most out of my taxes as a college student? Any advice is welcome!

a year ago

Graduation rates in colleges

One question that I can't seem to find a clear answer to: do the majority of students actually graduate from college? I've heard so much about dropout rates and I'm a bit concerned. What's your take o …

a year ago

What's the academic rigor like at Georgia Military College?

Just wondering, for those of you who have enrolled or decided to pursue your studies at GMC, what's the academic experience like and how would you compare the academic rigor to other institutions you …

a year ago

How to Get the Most Financial Aid for College

I'm a junior right now and starting to think about college applications. I already know I'll be needing financial aid. What're the keys to getting the most money for college?

a year ago

Average spending on college education?

Hi everyone, just a quick query. Does anyone have a rough estimate of how much people tend to spend on their college education, including tuition, boarding, books, etc.?

a year ago

What's the most recent high school to community college articulation agreement?

Hey folks, I'm considering a community college route before transferring to a 4-year college. I wanted to know what the most current articulation agreements are between high schools and community coll …

a year ago

What's a day like for a military intelligence officer?

I'm intrigued by the idea of working in military intelligence. Can anyone share what a typical day might look like in this role? Are there specific skills or characteristics that help in this position …

a year ago

Which colleges are considered most sustainable by GreenPeace?

Hey fellow students, I'm really passionate about the environment, and I've been trying to look up colleges that prioritize sustainability. Does anyone know which colleges are recognized as the most su …

a year ago

Life in Military Barracks - What's it really like?

I am considering joining the military after high school, but I'm a bit worried about the living situation. What's it like living in military barracks, particularly in the US military? Any personal exp …

a year ago

Most beautiful college campuses according to Expedia?

So I came across a list online about the most beautiful college campuses. Does anyone have a personal opinion on this? Could this factor affect your college decision?

a year ago

Which high schools have the most number of college-bound students?

Hey there, does anybody know if there are specific high schools known for sending a large proportion of students to 4-year colleges? I'm curious about where students generally thrive academically and …

a year ago

How do families typically pay for college?

I'm really stressed out about the financial aspect of college. How do most families tackle this issue? What are some financial strategies you'd recommend?

a year ago

Maximizing Financial Aid - How Exactly?

Funding college is certainly a daunting task and I'm trying to figure out how to get the most financial aid from colleges. I've heard that colleges have different policies and offer varying amounts ba …

a year ago

How much work experience do college students generally have before applying?

Hey guys, so I've been stressing out a bit about college apps. I've been told that work experience is a pretty big factor for some colleges, so I'm wondering how much prior work experience most colleg …

a year ago

Gettysburg College - Intensive Study Culture?

So, I've been looking into Gettysburg College and I've heard that the students there study a lot? Is this true and if so, what is the workload like? Do you think it’s too much? I’m all for putting in …

a year ago

Can someone recommend the best laptops for college students?

I'm about to start college this fall and I need to buy a new laptop. However, there's such a wide range out there...what exactly should I be getting? Which ones are the most recommended laptops for co …

a year ago

What Can I Expect from 2 Years in the Military?

Hey all, I've been considering serving in the military after graduation. Not a lifetime commitment, but thinking about like a 2-year service term. Can anyone shed some light on what I can expect if I …

a year ago

How has the relationship between specific colleges and NFL drafts changed over time?

Hello there, I was curious about how certain colleges pump out NFL players. Not just nowadays, but historically as well. Do you guys know if there's a specific college that has remained consistently g …

a year ago
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