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What should I do junior year to prepare for college?

If you’re planning to attend college, junior year is the perfect time to start preparing to go. Here are some steps you can take now to help you feel ready.

Choosing which colleges you want to apply to is an important first step. Although there may be some colleges that interest you already, the options are nearly endless. Your high school may host college fairs, which can be a great time to explore some of your local colleges and start considering major, academic programs, location, campus cul
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Modern Day Manna

Burritos are one of the greatest inventions in the history of mankind. Forget Johannes Gutenberg’s printing press and Alexander Graham Bell’s telephone. Burritos are an art form: an entire, well-rounded meal wrapped up neatly in a tortilla. Truly flawless in conception. Burritos were artfully designed to make the eating experience a pleasurable, portable one. The guy who invented the burrito should be in the history books. He should be in the dictionary next to “genius.”

Why, when a food is so
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Ways to Pay for College

If you’re considering attending college it’s important to know the different ways to pay.

The first step is to understand the costs you’ll have to cover. The college bill is made up of two types of costs, direct and indirect expenses. Tuition, fees, housing, meal plans, and other costs paid directly to the college are direct expenses. Indirect expenses can vary widely depending on the student, but often include travel, dorm furnishing, entertainment and personal bills. These costs are not paid
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Summer Steps to Take Before College

By Megan Lehr on May 23, 2023

After you’ve completed the FAFSA and any required verification, there are still some steps to take to secure your financial aid and successfully enroll in college. We’ve broken down the tasks to complete over the summer so you can start your first or next term—and have time for some well-earned summer relaxation:

Review your financial aid offer which you can find in your online student portal. You’ll do this every year. If you have multiple offers to review, use u
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You’re at the Finish Line! Steps to Prepare for Life After College

As the end of your undergraduate college journey approaches, it's natural to feel a mixture of excitement and uncertainty about what's to come. Your final semester is a prime opportunity to prepare for the transition and set yourself up for success. Here are some steps you can take to make the most of your last few months on campus.

Utilize your campus resources: Your college has a career services center where you can explore potential careers, build a resume, and practice interviewing. Many sc
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What can I do after high school?

If you’re a student in high school considering what to do next, you have many options to choose from. Whichever path you choose, it’s important to do research before making a decision. These options are not mutually exclusive and you can explore multiple throughout your life. If you’re not sure what you want to do, this resource can help you explore different careers.


Bachelor’s Degree

Bachelor's degree programs involve completing general education courses in addition to classes that focu
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uAspire’s Guide to Finding and Applying to Scholarships

Scholarships, money awarded from non-government sources to students to help pay for college, have deadlines throughout the year, so start as early as possible. If you haven’t started yet, there’s no better time than now! Check out the resources on our website, in addition to the following tips and resources.

Search locally: Regional scholarships are often posted online or in local spaces like community centers or nonprofits. Check with your school’s college office for a list of local scholarshi
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Five Tips for Completing the CSS Profile

You may have noticed that some of the colleges you’ve applied to require the CSS Profile in addition to the FAFSA to receive their financial aid. If you’re unfamiliar with the CSS Profile, it is an additional application that allows you to access financial aid offered by certain colleges. Here are some tips that will help you navigate the application process and ensure you receive the financial aid you deserve!

While all colleges require the FAFSA to assess your eligibility for federal aid, cer