JLV College Counseling11 Reasons Not To Choose a College
As you are building your college list, you will realize there are many things to consider when selecting colleges. Majors, activities, and personality of a college should all be things you consider when you are thinking about colleges. You want to make sure the colleges on your list are good fits academically, socially, and financially. However, many students choose colleges for the wrong reasons. While some of these reasons are good to consider, they should not be the sole reason to choose a college. Below are 11 reasons not to choose a college.
1. Prestige
The top colleges in the country provide excellent academic opportunities. However, colleges with lesser known names also offer wonderful and unique opportunities. Less well-known colleges can also have great outcomes for their alumni. Just because a college has an outstanding reputation does not mean it is the best fit for you. Read More
Scholarship Saturday – August 11, 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.
Why High School Study Abroad is an Excellent Pre-College Experience
It goes without saying that a person’s earliest experiences of travel abroad can be some of the most exciting times of their life. That’s just as true of spending some time studying abroad. For many people, this experience is left until later in life, around university or even later. However, there are plenty of opportunities for students to put in some time abroad while still in their teenage years. There’s no shortage of amazing benefits to the experience, especially in terms of how it prepares you for your college years. If you’re considering heading abroad for part of your high school studies, here are just a few of the amazing benefits you can expect to experience. Read More
Saving Money During the College Admission Process
The cost of college can be expensive. But, what about the college admission process? Students can pay thousands of dollars during their college prep! You have to pay for college applications, tests, and visiting colleges. Some students also pay for extra college admission help and test prep. The cost of just applying to college can be quite expensive and intimidating for students. Luckily, there are many ways to save during the college admission process. Read More
7 Student Hacks for a Budget-Friendly Road Trip
They always say the best time to travel is while you’re still a student. Most students are unmarried, they don’t have children, and they don’t have mortgages. The only problem with students travelling is that most of them are working with really tight budgets. While you’re prioritizing your education, you probably don’t have tons of money to throw at a road trip. If you think frugally, you’d be surprised how far you can drive and how much you can see.
1. Be Smart About Where You Sleep
Hotels can be extraordinarily expensive for what little they offer. Rooms cost a lot of money, and anything above and beyond that costs even more money. Rather than opting for short stays when you stop to explore an area, look for a short term room share with the locals. Paying to stay with someone who has extra space will likely cost less money, and you’ll probably also score a place to wash your clothes. Read More
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