Category Archives: College resource

SAT Prep Made Easy

Good news for SAT test takers! Khan Academy and the College Board have teamed up to offer free SAT prep classes online. Khan Academy is a website geared towards independent learning. They offer courses in a wide range of disciplines … Continue reading

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Study Skills 101

  It’s 10 pm on a Sunday night and you’ve just started to study for tomorrow’s big test. You’ve been delaying this task all week, and now you have a sneaking suspicion that you’re going have to pull an all-nighter … Continue reading

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The Rewards of Volunteering

Volunteering is an opportunity to receive while giving. Many institutions and organizations need help in various ways and seek to fill those needs through volunteers.  Although there is no monetary compensation for work performed, you can gain an advantage by … Continue reading

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UGA Terry Business Academy High School Summer Business

We would like to present to readers a one week program at The University of Georgia’s Terry Business Academy.  This program will give 30 high school rising juniors and seniors an experience that is business focused. If you are interested … Continue reading

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Online Tutoring

  As this new semester begins, one of many goals students have is to get the best grades in all courses they are enrolled in. One of the best ways to accomplish this is to know what areas you are … Continue reading

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Unwind, Recharge, Refocus

  Being enrolled in a university has it’s responsibilities that every student manages at his or her own pace.  Sometimes the management of classes, roommates, or committees can be tumultuous. One of the best ways to unwind and clear the … Continue reading

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Seeking Out Support When Parents Aren’t Sure About You Attending College

      Normally, it is assumed that when a high school student announces they want to attend college their parent(s) or legal guardian will support them in that decision.  An unfortunate fact is this may not be the case.  … Continue reading

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College Career Centers

  Attending a college or university is a much utilized avenue toward a professional career.  Although many students have it in their minds to have a good career after post secondaryschool, several don’t fully take advantage of numerous resources available … Continue reading

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Preparing Students for College in Middle School

     Preparation for college can never really begin to soon.  As a parent your child can benefit from you encouraging them in middle school. Here are a few steps that may be helpful. Start by casually asking your son … Continue reading

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Advice On Transferring From A Junior College To A University

     As the cost of college increases, students look for ways to save money when trying to obtain a bachelors degree. One way students who are just entering college try to save money on a four your degree is … Continue reading

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