Features Archives

  1. December 8, 2015
    student loan debt

    Making Financial Aid Work for You

    If you are a student planning to enroll in college, or a parent with a college-bound child, there’s probably one question foremost in your mind: how do I get financial aid?

  2. December 8, 2015

    College Help for Undocumented Students

    In recent years, new laws have allowed more undocumented students to attend college than ever before. Learn some of the most important things undocumented students should know when applying to school.

  3. December 7, 2015
    Academic Research

    Academic Research Online

    Online academic research is performed using similar tools, but in a much more intentional and critical way. This guide shares ways in which you can prepare for your next research project.

  4. December 7, 2015
    LGBT Guide

    Choosing an LGBTQ-Friendly College

    As a prospective student, it’s your job to find a college where you can thrive. This is particularly important for those who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or queer (LGBTQ).

  5. December 3, 2015

    College Writing Guide

    Use this guide to refresh your knowledge of basic grammar rules, and to understand what you need to know and apply in your college classes.

  6. November 6, 2015
    college value

    What Makes College Worth the Cost?

    We hear a lot about what employers, parents and higher education institutions think about the value of a college education. But do recent graduates think college is “worth it?” A new study from Gallup and Purdue University shares feedback from …

  7. October 23, 2015
    #OLC15

    Shaping the Future of Online Learning

    I attended the Online Learning Consortium (OLC) annual conference last week, and the event’s theme was relevant to everyone involved in online education right now – Shaping the Future of Online Learning. There was a lot to explore through keynote …

  8. October 22, 2015
    Homeless Student Guide

    College Help for Homeless Students

    Those experiencing homelessness may believe there’s no way to attend college, let alone earn a degree. However, there’s a variety of support available that can help.