College Rejections

Each year, hundreds of thousands of high schoolers dedicate everything to try to get into the colleges of their dreams. And, unfortunately, each year many of them worry about rejections. College admission is not what determines your future. Your future is determined by you – how hard you work and in how you carry yourself every day. While it is undeniable that going to a good college does give you a head start, it is not the end all of what your life will be. With the massive amounts of information available, it can be easy to lose sight of the bigger picture: a good life. Read More

Top 10 Strategies for Making Good Grades in College

College teaches students how to be responsible, accountable, and trustworthy. It prepares them for life and future jobs. Even though college life is not easy, it is indeed one of the best moments in any student’s life.

Throughout college, we develop new friendships, find amazing opportunities to expand our horizons, and consider different external opinions. All these build the foundation of our future selves. We become better at listening, more attentive to other people’s needs, and less egotistical.

However, college life can be tiring too. Paying so much attention to our own personal development can lead to lower grades and increased fatigue. We must know how to keep a balanced life, and enlarge our perspectives without giving up on studying hard for our exams. Let’s see what are some of the best strategies of getting good grades in college! Read More

June 2018 DoSomething Scholarships

Do you like making a difference in your school or community? If you do, DoSomething has many campaigns to make a difference, and for participating, you will be entered to win a scholarship! Below are campaigns from DoSomething that are accepting entries in June. Read More

Scholarship Saturday – June 2, 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.

7 Steps To Finding A Perfect Rental Home For A College Student

Moving out of your house and entering college can be scary. Even scarier is to find a place to stay. However, with some guidance, you can rent an affordable residence that suits your needs. Just keep these steps in mind. Read More