RETURNING TO COLLEGE
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Now that the college basketball season is underway, I want to issue you a challenge that will change the way you see the game.
By blazerbobcat | Published 12/7/2006 | Read more »
This is the first installment in a series of my personal experience of returning to college after a 17-year absence. This series is meant to be informative and encouraging, and I hope it will give you a few laughs.
By Sara Stone | Published 7/24/2008 | Read more »
An informative article about the value of returning to college and the change it made in one woman's life.
By Jenny Blake | Published 10/9/2007 | Read more »
Are you considering returning to college after being out of school for a considerable amount of time? Questions you should ask yourself and what you should be prepared for before taking this step.
By Jenn Hollowell | Published 3/7/2007 | Read more »
Number 2 in a series of my personal journey of returning to college after 17 years away. This articles explores the beginning steps of the process.
By Sara Stone | Published 8/12/2008 | Read more »
Older students are returning to college
for a variety of reasons including the need
to meet new friends, to help get a job promotion,
or because they put it off due to other obligations.
By Melvin Richardson | Published 9/13/2007 | Read more »
College right after high school is an extension of the same thing as you were already used to, except you have more freedom. Going to college later in life is a challenge to say the least. What is involved and how hard is it?
By Rose Richmond | Published 7/21/2008 | Read more »
The thought of returning to college as an adult is a daunting one. There are many things to consider while making your choice to return to college and which college to attend.
By R. Endter | Published 12/27/2008 | Read more »
There is a trend of older workers returning to college
which can be contributed to a number of factors.
By Melvin Richardson | Published 2/15/2009 | Read more »
Sometimes the process of returning to school can be a daunting task--especially for the woman who must juggle everything else as well.
By Bridget Goller | Published 8/15/2007 | Read more »
Returning to school is a daunting task; these tips can smooth the transition.
By Jade Jarrett | Published 1/20/2009 | Read more »
This article explains my journey on the road to attending college as a mother and as a full time employee.
By Heather Lanksbury | Published 11/24/2008 | Read more »
This article looks at how the most common federal student grants are obtained.
By Allen Teal | Published 10/12/2008 | Read more »
Are you like millions of women who put their education on hold to get married and raise a family? Women across the world have done just that and most wouldn't trade it for anything.
By Shannon Stepp | Published 1/16/2007 | Read more »
Going back to school can be a hassle after several years off. Find ways that will help you get back into the habit of learning.
By Tye | Published 9/27/2007 | Read more »
I believe a player not picked in the NBA
draft should be allowed to return to college
to play. It only makes sense to do so. The student
has not gained any unfair advantage and they have not
done anything wrong or immoral
By Melvin Richardson | Published 9/28/2007 | Read more »
Tips to assist in making the transition from a working adult to a college student.
By Angel - un ange passe | Published 12/31/2007 | Read more »
If you think it's too late in life to return to college and finish your education, think again. There are many good reasons you should give it a try.
By Barb Webb | Published 9/30/2008 | Read more »
Going back to college after years out of the classroom is scary. Imagine walking into a college classroom and being unable to see the professor, notes, or other students. It was a real adjustment for me. Read on to find out more.
By Angela Kimball | Published 4/1/2007 | Read more »
For many adults, returning to college can be a time filled with anxiety. Consider these important non-academic issues when making the transition back to college life.
By Christine Cadena | Published 5/14/2007 | Read more »
This article examines the value of a career counselor in sorting out the needs of adults returning to college.
By Allen Teal | Published 1/17/2008 | Read more »
A list of how-to's for the single mom who wants to return to college.
By Kristie Shaw | Published 10/16/2007 | Read more »
Summertime is packing time for soon to be college students . If you are sending off a teen for his or her first year of college, you might want to remind them to take along these scriptural assists .
By Lima | Published 8/27/2007 | Read more »
Older students who are going to college for the first time, or students who are returning to college to finish or get an advanced degree have different needs and face different challenges than students who are coming to college right out of high school.
By betty green | Published 11/16/2008 | Read more »
Returning to college as an adult provides enormous opportunities when it comes to making career connections.
By cbb | Published 10/27/2008 | Read more »
This article explains why adults should give strong consideration to returning to college to complete a degree.
By Allen Teal | Published 4/7/2009 | Read more »
This article covers the basic skills that are needed by adults returning to school later in life.
By Allen Teal | Published 1/10/2008 | Read more »
What would it be like to return to school after your children are older? More parents are making the choice to go back to school for many reasons and you should be proud if you are one of them.
By Rosa Hayes | Published 4/3/2007 | Read more »
Everyone is advised to get a college degree. Sadly, that college degree does not guarantee success.
By Kaile Minor | Published 2/7/2007 | Read more »
For people who are not able to afford college, this article is designed to help someone seek vocational training for little to no cost. In fact, many vocational students are able to receive wages while gaining job experience.
By Aimee E | Published 5/22/2007 | Read more »
These are books that will help students in life skills such as learning business, personal finance, people skills, and the ability to overcome obstacles.
By Patricia Gilliam | Published 2/15/2008 | Read more »
Many baby boomers will be considering going to college in the next few years. Is this the best option?
By W. Diane Van Zwol -Promoting love poets and poetry | Published 11/16/2008 | Read more »
Is a job the answer? How can a woman know if she is ready to go to work? Here are the 12 symptoms to look for.
By Amy B. | Published 5/12/2009 | Read more »
It's that time again for college students to file your FAFSA. If you're an older adult going to college for the very first time, continuing your education or just starting out, this is an important step. Here are some tips:
By VirtualWorker | Published 2/13/2009 | Read more »
Whether you are looking at a technical certificate or advanced degree, learn how to choose the right school and program for you, finance your education and make the most of the experience.
By Janet Engle | Published 9/24/2006 | Read more »
Returning to school is not easy, but it's not impossible. The most important question to consider is why. Why do you want to go back to school? What is your purpose and what do you hope to accomplish?
By Beaufly | Published 6/12/2007 | Read more »
Students over the age of 25 are using various tactics to save money on their educations. Here are some of the most popular ways to get a college education without breaking the bank.
By Crystal St. Marie Lewis | Published 3/5/2009 | Read more »
When considering a post-secondary school, you may want to look at universities or colleges that promote independent thinking with grading based on project and task completion, rather than the use of textbooks.
By Christine Cadena | Published 2/22/2008 | Read more »
Hillsborough Community College (popularly referred to as HCC) is a two-year, public college that offers many Associate of Art (AA) and Associate of Science (AS) programs ranging from liberal arts to radiology and everything in between.
By Joshua McMorrow-Hernandez | Published 7/19/2007 | Read more »
This article makes an argument that a traditional college/university setting may not be the best for non-traditional student populations
By Nathan Schmidtke | Published 3/27/2008 | Read more »
The skills needed to become an accountant include good math and computer skills. As an accountant you have to like dealing with numbers.
By Melvin Richardson | Published 4/10/2009 | Read more »
It's easy to start college as a stay at home parent. This step-by-step plan will soon have you on your way to matriculation!
By Nicole Storlie | Published 7/10/2008 | Read more »
Debt is never hopeless. If you try hard to save and eliminate unnecessary expenditures, you will go a long way towards reducing your debt in the coming months and years.
By Rebekah Haas | Published 2/14/2007 | Read more »
This article provides useful information to help college students improve their academic performance. It covers a wide range of student success related informamtion, from suggestions on planning course schedules to using campus resources to study tips.
By Pam | Published 2/8/2007 | Read more »
For many students, math phobia is a real and debilitating aspect of college life. Math Phobia is one of the reasons many people don't pursue any education beyond high school. Read this article for some good tips to help overcome math phobia.
By Charlie Bradley | Published 6/22/2007 | Read more »
Do you experience job dissatisfaction? You're not alone. As many as 85% of American workers dislike their jobs or would rather be doing something else.
By Debra McDougal | Published 12/28/2008 | Read more »
The Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority (MEFA), which has been providing student loans to Massachusetts residents for the past 26 years will not be lending any money to college students for the fall semester.
By Pam Gaulin | Published 7/29/2008 | Read more »
If you are returning to school later in life, you may have several options for getting senior citizen college discounts. Some schools offer discounted tuition rates for older students, while others may waive the tuition entirely.
By Joyce Ryan | Published 4/14/2009 | Read more »
This article is about the closure I received from finishing what I started in lieu of returning to college and getting my BA in English.
By towongfoo27 | Published 6/13/2007 | Read more »
Returning to the public school system after home schooling may be intimidating for high school age children, who must for the first time face their peers in an environment that is often difficult even for seasoned public school students.
By sjk | Published 1/5/2006 | Read more »
In the hunt for the ideal college lots of attention is given to big name schools. This look at New School, NYC and what it has to offer may convince you that this lesser known New York College is possibly holding the key to your future success.
By Lima | Published 1/19/2009 | Read more »
A brief introductory article regarding the basics of choosing what type of school and degree program will fit into your lifestyle.
By Sharon Early | Published 2/7/2007 | Read more »
This article is meant to be an overview of the admissions process and things that will need to be weighed and considered in the decision to attend school as a non-traditional student.
By Nichole Williams | Published 9/4/2007 | Read more »
Ways for the non-traditional college student to stay ahead of the game and to succeed!
By The Mysterious Me | Published 8/14/2008 | Read more »
I feel that education is the most important thing a person can do for their future, and this article points out the advantages of working adult college satellite sites, which is the same type of school I am currently enrolled in.
By Joshua Cook | Published 4/15/2007 | Read more »
Prior to arriving in a new city, every producer needs the lay of the land. This guide explores everything about Charlotte, North Carolina, that producers need to know.
By gototeam | Published 9/10/2007 | Read more »
Brown Mackie College, North Canton...Don't let the building fool you, it's really a tent in disguise. This is my experience in Clown College.
By Cat | Published 5/15/2007 | Read more »
Write a resume that forces the company to pull yours out from the other thousands
By sincerewriter | Published 2/22/2009 | Read more »
After the time of bliss during the holiday season, you'll be left with a person that is cranky and displeased with everything. Here are some things to look out for and some ways to deal with your child.
By Verdell A. Wright | Published 12/14/2007 | Read more »
Does separation of church and state mean that students are not free to share religious views in the public classroom?
By Joanne Rose | Published 3/3/2005 | Read more »
The concept of community college really was more akin to something you did if you couldn't hack it at the university. Needless to say, my thinking regarding the true worth of community colleges was a bit off kilter.
By Gary Picariello | Published 1/3/2007 | Read more »
Kristina Jones reflects on her tumultuous life and how she went from being an outcast to being somebody who mattered.
By Kristina Jones | Published 2/27/2007 | Read more »
Having to take the SAT test to help get into college is a fraud.
IT is an unnecessary test and getting into one's favorite college is easy IF one does it differently than the test designers suggest.
IT is an unnecessary test and getting into one's favorite college is easy IF one does it differently than the test designers suggest.
By K. Kemper | Published 7/31/2005 | Read more »
The following article will illustrate the unrealistic dreams about intimate relationships that prospective college students have before they step foot on campus. This article is a reality check!
By Irina Gorodetskaya | Published 7/27/2006 | Read more »
I went back to college when I was 29. It wasn't easy, but I am glad I did. It was well worth facing the challenges.
By Cheryl Dennett | Published 9/25/2007 | Read more »
When my friend's husband, Lee, decided to go back to college when he was well into his 50s, we were all crossing our fingers, wishing him well.
By Venice Kichura | Published 7/24/2007 | Read more »
Mature students who return to college after a lengthy absence, perhaps for the first time since leaving school, will find it a challenge.
By Sophie | Published 3/30/2009 | Read more »
This guide fills in older adults on what they should know before returning to college.
By Shel | Published 12/4/2008 | Read more »
Going back to college after a 20+ year absence.
By Lexica Wright | Published 8/11/2008 | Read more »
A growing number of older Americans are choosing to retire in the towns where they went to college. Meet a few who are doing this in State College, Pennsylvania, home of Penn State University.
By Jenna Spinelle | Published 9/19/2008 | Read more »
None of my daughters went away to college. All three of them lived at home for the first year, and then rented apartments that were within thirty-minutes driving distance.
By Shawn MacDonald | Published 9/12/2007 | Read more »
With life becoming more hectic and more adults returning to college while juggling careers, homes, and families they may find it difficult to find the time, as well as the peace and quiet, to study.
By Becky G. | Published 8/3/2007 | Read more »
This gives tips for preparing to start a fresh new semester. The article tells students steps they can take to prepare for a successful new college session.
By KConnections | Published 1/8/2009 | Read more »
The Greek island of Crete, a popular destination on the hippy trail in the sixties and the backpacking routes of the seventies, is seeing an increasing number of visitors returning for the first time since their college days.
By Steve Moorman | Published 11/12/2008 | Read more »
I was one of those 'returning college students' which simply means I was not in my teens when I entered college.
By Amy Browne | Published 8/14/2007 | Read more »
Find out 5 ways in which you can make your college student who's coming home uncomfortable to avoid doing those things.
By Idalia Benavides | Published 7/10/2007 | Read more »
The difficult first few days in a college town for a single mom with a daughter.
By Gayle Johnson | Published 1/29/2009 | Read more »
Now there is an easier way to forego college course for which you mastered through life or work experience; the clep exam. Through passing the CLEP, you can earn college credit for these courses instead.
By Susan Slobac | Published 11/26/2008 | Read more »
how to create the perfect college dorm room and the decorations to help get you started
By The Outlaw | Published 6/10/2006 | Read more »
I was very relieved to finally have a name to a condition that was basically not that visible to other's around me. Even when I told them how I was feeling...in the back of my mind, I was wondering if they really believed me.
By Karen Francis | Published 7/26/2007 | Read more »
A parent's change in attitude when a child has a change of heart.
By Khaki Scott | Published 9/10/2007 | Read more »
Bobby Petrino has been successful in college but won't do as good as an NFL head coach.
By Steve Helmer | Published 1/18/2007 | Read more »
Many college students across the country are heading back to school over the next several weeks. Some are returning, others are going to college for their first semester. One lesson that probably won't be on any course curriculum is dorm fire safety, but it should be.
By Newshound | Published 8/24/2007 | Read more »
Adults pursuing college degrees lead busy lives, and appreciate gifts that reflect usefullness, style, and convenience. Here are a few examples of gifts that will fit the bill.
By Marlene Hollick, EdD | Published 11/29/2006 | Read more »
Use New Years Day to take the first step toward the life you want.
By Debra Phillips | Published 12/24/2008 | Read more »
Many players are leaving college early to play in the NBA. Who made the right decision?
By Lee Andrew Henderson | Published 5/5/2009 | Read more »
I am not naive enough to not be aware of the fact that there is a difference between students and professors in college.
By Todd Nelsen | Published 3/19/2009 | Read more »
For many degree-seekers, especially older students that are returning to school or even going for the first time, attaining a degree as fast as possible is a must.
By Lisa Davis | Published 8/15/2008 | Read more »
There are several factors that determine if you qualify for financial aid. Income is reviewed as well as the family assets including checking and savings accounts and investments. The number of students in the
family paying tuition is also considered.
By Melvin Richardson | Published 4/16/2009 | Read more »
American Idol finalist Syesha Mercado is returning to her hometown of Sarasota, Fla. this week to perform a free concert at the Ringling Museum for her fans.
By JA Huber | Published 5/8/2008 | Read more »
For everyday people like you and me, there are grants and funding opportunities available for specific goals.
By Shakurra Amatulla | Published 12/11/2008 | Read more »
This article discusses whether or not there are cliques at colleges and universities.
By Jody Morse | Published 1/16/2008 | Read more »
There were some comments that Ms. Reed made that I would like to add to, just so that anyone who is reading this, who might be thinking about joining, could get another perspective on who we are and what to ask.
By Dianna Zaragoza | Published 12/30/2006 | Read more »
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.
By Zachary Fruhling | Published 6/15/2007 | Read more »
Research paper written for Foundations of Online Learning, a college level course preparing adult learners for returning to school. I am an adult with ADHD. I wrote this paper to identify potential college challenges.
By Bruce Ziebarth | Published 11/14/2008 | Read more »
I spent FIFTEEN times as much money attending a 4-year university than I would have at a community college! Deciding to attend a community college before attending a 4-year university can be the difference between thousands of dollars and wasted time.
By TF | Published 6/11/2008 | Read more »
Sending your child off to college is never easy, but neither is welcoming her back home again. Negotiating new terms for living together, keeping your sense of humor and accepting the change in everyone, helps to restore family harmony.
By Linda Mills | Published 1/29/2009 | Read more »
Men who are unemployed often struggle to find gainful employment that beats out premium wages. As an unemployed man, consider education and professional certification in these areas of expertise.
By Christine Cadena | Published 5/15/2009 | Read more »
Most college student are bored out of their minds during winter break. Here are some ways to enjoy your time off.
By Verdell A. Wright | Published 12/7/2007 | Read more »
Tiger Woods came back to win a PGA Tournament in less than a month since returning to the Tour. Being a fierce competitor was key to his return.
By Motion Golf | Published 3/30/2009 | Read more »
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