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Grad school is still misunderstood by those who want to go. Yes, it will cost you and, yes, you should figure out which financial opportunities may be the best. Yet financing should be the last obstacle you approach when making the decision to continue your education.

Applying to grad school can be expensive! Fortunately, some schools offer application fee waivers. They can be hard to get, but every $60 or $70 less helps. Here's how I got fee waivers from 3 of the 8 schools I applied to.

A satire on the struggles of completing Graduate School Work.

Frugal Homemaker's observations of other graduate students in her program made her realize that her frugal lifestyle was saving her a lot of grief.

A statement of objectives I submitted to Rowan University as part of the Grad School application process.

Too many graduate school-seeking students ignore the crucial process of preparation before applying to grad school. This article provides students with concrete advice, tips, and secrets concerning the pre-application process.

This article focuses on the tough choices facing college seniors who are considering graduate school, and looks at the upsides and downsides of full-time graduate study, taking a break from academia to enter the workforce, and combining grad school and work.

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You've been in school for months or maybe years, and burnout is seeping in. You've hit a stumbling block and you need a break. But does taking a hiatus from your education really throwing it all away?

Thinking of going to graduate school and getting a Master's degree? Well, within this article are words of wisdom for you to take on this academic journey!

Yahoo! has become a household word, and is one of the best examples of a true dotcom success story.

One good way to help ensure that you receive fabulous and timely letters of recommendation for graduate school is to provide your letter writers with a well-organized packet. This article specifies what to include in that packet and how to create each of its contents.

A guide to choosing a graduate school and some pointers to keep in mind to make the transition to graduate school go more smoothly.

Making the choice for graduate school takes time, planning, and a little long-term forecasting. If you're not sure where you're headed, make sure you're making the right decision.

Think in terms of between one and a hundred.

If you're a junior or senior in college with no sources for letters of recommendation, you're just like me. But don't worry, I got in, and so can you.

The typical graduate student is strapped for time, low on cash, but well-versed enough in Food Network programming to know that there's something better out there than Ramen. I will offer my top ten picks for Trader Joe's (TJ's) best products.

Freshly-returned from yet another tour in Iraq, SDSU veterans must now face the challenges in re-integrating into the college system.

Consolidating your loans can be easy if you know the steps. Don't let your debt reduction turn into a nightmare of red-tape and long forms.

This article provides time-tested tips on how to prepare for the new year. It's mainly for the college audience and suggests ways to be organized and stay organized all semester long.

Graduate school can be a great journey with very real benefits in the workplace, but many are unprepared going into the process of selecting a school. Here is a quick guide to helping you decide if grad school is right for you.

The most exciting time for a young adult is finishing high school. Leaving the familiar position can be hard. The following recommendations of immediate things to do or not do will make for an easier transition into your new college life.

Boston-based musician Phil Ayoub discusses his brand of "grad school" rock, the not-so-glamorous life of a serious musician, and the Boston music scene.

Author recalls high school days in the entertainment capitol

This is based on a recent high school grad's experience in the scholarship field, giving hard-learned advice on what others seeking financial aid should do BEFORE the school year begins.

Full of tears, anticipation, silliness, some pomp and circumstance, and yes, a few outbursts of obnoxious cheers. All part of the graduation game...but apparently not at Galesburg High School in Illinois.

This is an article about my experience returning to work at my former employer/company. I also offer advice about not being too prideful about what one does for a living.

Graduation is nearing for many high school students and the anticipation of gift giving is mounting. In an era of MTV's Sweet Sixteen productions, the stakes are high for great gifts

A proposal to use the medium of the blog as a writing too to assist graduate students in completing their theses or dissertations.

High school graduations occur once in a person's lifetime. It is a very special occasion for millions of high school students. The gifts that are given for this achievement will be memorable.

graduation day is coming up soon. Do you know what your going to be getting your grad student for their party.

Finding gifts that high school graduates will want in 2007 is very hard, especially since not everyone is connected to their grad. But with this list you are sure to find and decide on a gift, because these are the gifts they will love!

Some early graduates want an early start on college, while others are just ready to put high school behind them and stop serving their time as adolescents and move on to adult life.

Why is it that a guy who never spent a day of his life in a public school feels qualfied to shape the destiny of public education?

Nick Noonan (Francis Parker High SS) and Sequoyah Stonecipher (Mission Bay High CF) helped lead the West to a 9-8 victory over the East in the Fourth Annual Aflac All-American High School Baseball Classic.

Mr. Sanford once worked at Lorne Industries, but thirteen years ago decided to look in the help wanted and found what he was looking for. "I wanted to help people and this seemed to be the perfect opportunity and I wanted to give back to the community."

Moving out for the first time on your own can be scary, so here is a guide of what you need to know before you wave goodbye.

Some tips to get you on the right career track:

In today's fast-paced society, companies are often looking for employees with previous experience. How is a new college graduate supposed to find work?!

It's Back-to-School season, and AC is here to help with guides, tips and more. Start with this article about five ways to make the most of your freshman year of college.

After graduating college you are thrust into the real world. Sometimes that includes buying a house, but are you ready?

A good quality education opens so many doors and avenues for success that you will hardly be able to fathom it.

Millions of college students, grads and recent graduates seeking internships, co-ops and other career opportunities will pound the pavement and troll the on-line job boards over the next few months

I wish I had a flying alarm clock!

So you are an undergrad majoring in political science or a recent grad wondering how to launch your career in politics? There is no one hard and fast answer or secret, but here are a few tips and suggestions from someone who has been there, done that and learned the ropes.

Decide what to get your girl graduate by considering her personality and determining her needs.

Some thoughts from a college senior who has only just realized how to minimize stress and be happy in school.

This is the story of my final year of high school. I had a close friend with very abusive parents and this story explains the lengths she went to in order to ensure her father would go to prison.

An easy-to-understand explanation of what it means to consolidate, how it helps you manage your debt, and why you should do it ASAP. Includes links for several lenders that I recommend you check out.

The competition seems to get tougher every year for top graduate programs. Here are a few things you need to know to increase your odds of acceptance.