Reasons for Families to Consider Community College
There are many reasons that families consider community college for a student’s first step after high school. Pros, cons, and considerations.
Pre-Med and Pre-Law Aren’t Really College Majors
It’s true. I have lost count of how many times I’ve been told that a student plans to major in “Pre-Med” or “Pre-Law.” And then they are shocked when I explain that at all but a few colleges, those majors don’t actually exist. They are actually pre-professional advising tracks. Other pre-professional advising tracks include things…
Does Listing a Major on College Applications Help or Hurt?
Does the major listed on college applications play a role in whether or not a student is accepted? If you answered, “yes,” you are correct! And too often, students don’t know that. Many teens are not sure what to list as a major. In fact, sometimes, they’re overwhelmed by the possibilities when they check out…
Is a College with Big Name Recognition Always the Best Choice?
I’m going to violate every rule about writing and just answer the question in the title in the first sentence: No. Chances are, somewhere deep inside, you already knew that though. But, college is a huge investment and parents are rightfully concerned that maybe attending a college with big name recognition is the best way…
Do employers really prefer to hire STEM graduates?
A Google study clearly demonstrates that there are other paths to success outside of the STEM field and employers need a variety of majors