College isn’t just for ‘traditional learners’ and that doesn’t get talked about enough. If you’re a student with intellectual disabilities or learning differences (or perhaps a parent of one), higher education is accessible. It just requires knowing where to look and what to ask for. The landscape has changed dramatically in the last decade. Hundreds […]
Let’s be real, sifting through college majors can be daunting. Being tasked with choosing a major can feel like you’re being asked to predict your entire future while blindfolded. It doesn’t matter what phase of life you’re in, whether you’re a high school senior filling out college applications, a career changer, or someone who’s realized
Let’s cut through the noise, crafting your resume and building cover letters is not about listing every job you’ve ever had, nor is it about writing flowery prose about your “passion for excellence.” They’re about one thing, and one thing only, getting you in the door for that job interview. Whether you’re a recent graduate
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College tuition hikes are a real thing. It’s not news as this has been our collective reality for decades. What is news is that you’re not powerless in the face of these increases. Whether you’re a high school student planning ahead, a career changer heading back to school, or a current student watching your bill
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Making the decision to go back to school takes courage. As those types of life decisions don’t always come easy, odds are when you made the decision to invest in your education, you did it with hope; hope for a better job, a higher salary, or simply the chance to finally finish what you started
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If you’re thinking about going back to school after time away, you’re probably navigating a lot of unfamiliar territory. Between applications, transcripts, and entrance exams, there’s one requirement that often catches non-traditional students off guard: the letter of recommendation. Maybe it’s been years since you’ve asked anyone for a professional reference. Maybe you’re not even
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The healthcare industry is booming, and here’s the good news…you don’t need four years of college and mountains of student debt to land a meaningful, well paying job! While doctors and nurses with bachelor’s degrees get most of the spotlight, there’s an entire ecosystem of vital healthcare roles that require less time in school but
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If you’ve been considering going back to school, you’ve probably heard the ongoing debate: Do we really need degrees anymore, or are skills simply enough? It’s a fair question, especially when you’re balancing work, family, and the investment of time and money that education requires. The truth is more nuanced than the headlines suggest. In
Let’s be honest about something that doesn’t get said enough: going back to school as an adult is stressful. Really stressful. Mental health in higher education isn’t just a buzzword, it’s a real consideration for adult learners, career changers, and even first time college students navigating this journey. Odds are you are probably juggling a
Thinking about going back to school but worried about the cost? Here’s something you might not have considered: your employer could help foot the bill. Tuition reimbursement and employer education benefits are one of the best-kept secrets in paying for college. While everyone talks about loans and scholarships, many working professionals overlook the fact that
