When a child graduates high school and goes off to college, the question of where he or she will obtain health insurance is a common one. No matter what your stance or preference as a parent, it is important to think ahead. Your child now turned into a young adult also should

If you are planning on attending college, you might consider applying for early admission, which some schools offer. Early admission can be beneficial to some students, but it is not suited for everyone. Thus, it is important for those who plan to apply understand exactly what is involved before moving forward

In college there is an organized system in place to tell you what you need to do in order to graduate with a degree. The reward for following this system is pretty straightforward: Do what you’re told, and do it well, and you’ll probably get a higher GPA. Life after college

In today’s society, technology is used for just about everything. More and more people are turning to the internet to obtain their degrees in flexible online learning programs. But, like so much on the internet, legitimate sites are mixed together with online scams. While many universities and colleges offer online courses,

Time management for college students is one of the most difficult aspects of success. With the increasing prevalence of eLearning courses and degree programs, including the free college tuition program for Starbucks employees through ASU’s online extension, more students are faced with the challenge of time management in a new

If you plan on attending some form of higher education, it is important you consider the total cost of your studies. If you go to college or university in the United States, you are faced with four different types of expenses. It is essential you determine exactly what these costs

If you’ve thought about studying abroad, you can probably relate to feeling overwhelmed with trying to sort through all the information available. From learning about how to apply to various programs to what to expect from your experience overall, there’s a lot. Because so much of the information on the

Today’s society is deeply intertwined with technology, and books — both physically and in terms of our attention spans — seem to be becoming a dying endeavor. Nevertheless, this doesn’t mean you can’t still engage in the art of reading a good book. Books give you the freedom to imagine your own

When it comes times for parents and students to look into educating their children outside the public school system for K-12 or higher education, accreditation becomes an important criterion. In the United States and elsewhere in the world, accreditation is a yard stick by which to measure the accountability, quality

Spain has become a popular study destination, hosting about 9% of all American students abroad. There are many reasons why Spain is an attractive choice: it has a vibrant culture, rich history, great food, beautiful beaches, and exciting cities. If you’re a student who is considering spending a semester or year in

As school budgets are cut across the country, fundraising to pay for certain expenses have become commonplace. With shortfalls and potential layoffs threatening the quality of the classroom and learning environment, teachers, parents and students are working together to raise money to fight off undesirable change. According to a recent survey of parents, 98

You don’t have necessarily travel out of the country to have an international experience for you and your family and learn more about the world and other cultures. Hosting an exchange student is a great way to bring another country and culture into your home, and there are many benefits

Whether you’re just beginning your scholarship search – or you’re knee-deep in applying – you need to be aware that there are scams out there waiting to take advantage of students. Reduce your risk of falling into a trap by knowing what to look for. Fees You’ve found the perfect scholarship,

With September comes what is to some is the most wonderful time of year — when parents can give a sigh of relief as children, teens and young adults head back to school. The preparation can be hectic, but it can go much smoother if parents are prepared. To make it