Tell The Truth on Your College Application
Acceptance to top tier colleges will be tougher in 2009 than in any
other prior year in history. The population bubble combined with the
Common Application -- which allows students from around the world to apply
online -- add up to a year that breaks records.
In this competitive admissions climate many students are tempted to "fudge
the facts" just a little bit on their applications.
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Settling Into University - Moving Into Halls and Enrolment
Everyone experiences culture shock when they start university
(especially international students). Whatever school or college you come
from, it is all new and unnerving. Don't worry, almost everyone quickly
gets used to it.
Here's some general advice to help you get started.
- Arrive in good time to settle into your accommodation and meet
housemates etc before you have to register.
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How To Survive Sharing A University House With Friends
During you University career there will surely be a time when you are
able to chose where you live and with whom. Sharing a house with friends
can certainly be a lot of fun, however, if there are no basic agreements
and rules between you then things can quickly fall apart. Here are a few
tips I have learnt from experience to ensure an amicable living
environment.
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Tips For Surviving University Life
With September approaching, many people are preparing to take the new
and exciting step into University life. Being a recent graduate myself, I
thought I would take a trip down memory lane and give people essential
advice for surviving the transition to student land.
It is most likely that if you are going to University for the first time,
you will be living in student accommodation.
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College Education for Single Moms
An education is an important thing for anybody. Without a college
education, even a high school education, there are very few jobs out there
that will offer you the financial stability needed for your future. An
education for single moms is especially important because not only do you
have to fend for yourself financially, but you also have one or maybe more
children to take care of.
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