While many students who hunt for scholarships are attending college as 18-year-olds just out of high school, this is not always the case. Some students are older and others still aim to return to school to gain new skills. A recently announced scholarship...
As the unemployment rate continues to rise and the job market becomes increasingly competitive, single parents may be able to avoid layoffs by pursuing a degree through colleges online. Because traditional four-year degree programs are designed for young...
Professionals in the hospitality sector may have the freedom to step outside of the nine-to-five world while they work. As a result, members of this industry who wish to accelerate their careers can benefit from the flexible scheduling options that are...
The Obama administration announced its budget today focusing on clean energy jobs and science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education. Any individual looking for a stable career should pay attention to these fields. The budget discussed the...
Online college students are being urged to submit their forms much earlier, even though the deadline for submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid or “FAFSA” is not until June. The reasoning behind this urgent priority lies...
If you are a single mom thinking about going back to school, President Obama had good news for you in his State of the Union speech. Last night, Obama urged Congress to renew the Elementary and Secondary Education Act. One of the elements of this new...
Students and parents who are daunted by the college application process and troubled by the rising cost of higher education may receive relief from the government. This year, the Obama administration created a shorter, simpler form for the Free Application...
While higher education can help professionals instill a more comfortable lifestyle for families, parents may also pursue a college degree to serve as an example for their children. Although it took him 28 years to do so, Hector Nevarez recently earned...
Individuals who are planning to pursue a masters degree in business may wish to consider the application requirements of their prospective schools. Many business schools have begun accepting scores from two graduate admissions examinations, which has...
Technology has become an integral component in the daily lives of individuals in both their professional and personal tasks. However, President Obama has expressed concerns that the American education may not be preparing students to take advantage of...