JLV College CounselingThe Pros and Cons of Working While in College
Let’s be honest from the very start: college is getting increasingly expensive. A vast majority of students are required to take out loans to cover tuition costs, and collectively owe $1.5 trillion to loan agencies across the country. Read More
Scholarship Saturday – November 17, 2018
The deadlines for the scholarships that were on this list have passed. To see scholarships that are still accepting applications, visit more recent Scholarship Saturday posts.
10 Awesome Part-Time Jobs Any Student Can Do
Having a part-time job is a great opportunity for any teenager or a student. For one, it gives you some cash that you can spend on your own needs and hobbies. But it also gives you structure and responsibilities that will prepare you for the future.
Of course, with school and chores, you will have to find something that works for you and with your schedule while paying enough.
Here are some options: Read More
The Secrets and Importance of Building Your Professional Network in College
Earning your college degree is important. But there’s one thing that’s almost as important that many college students overlook – building a professional network.
As you’ve heard, it’s not what you know, it’s who you know. It sounds cliche, but it’s true. Great careers are built on great relationships.
Building your network early while in college will give you a head start on the competition after you graduate. Work to establish relationships that will help you advance your career. Without professional relationships, your degree alone might not be enough to land you that job.
It takes time and effort to build your professional network while in college, but the payoff is well worth it.
Here are 5 tickets to make it a little easier. Read More
January 2019 Scholarships
Attending college can be quite expensive for students and their families. Luckily, there are many college scholarships and contests available to help pay for a college education. Students should seek out and apply for scholarships in which they meet the eligibility requirements. Below are a handful of scholarships with January 2019 due dates. Check out the full list of January Scholarships – there are currently over 100 scholarships on the list! More scholarships will be added as they become available. Read More
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