King’s College Chapel, Cambridge

April 29th, 2010
King’s College Chapel, Cambridge

Passing the exams for admission to Cambridge University is a major accomplishment, as any of its students will tell you. Remaining there is the other half of the feat. A good place to pray for success is not a bad thing to have on campus.

Perhaps such was on Henry VI’s mind when he decided to have a chapel built on the university’s grounds. King’s College Chapel is the chapel to King’s College of the Uni Read the rest of this entry »

Affording College in a Difficult Economy

April 16th, 2010
Affording College in a Difficult Economy

If you are in college now or planning to attend college in the near future, the national recession is making the task of paying for a college education even more daunting. Perhaps you were counting on help from your parents, or as a parent, feel you should be providing the best education possible. Parents of students attending college or prospective college students have every right to be concerned. But you should also kn Read the rest of this entry »

How to Prepare for College

February 10th, 2010
How to Prepare for College

If you’re still in school and you’re looking ahead to college, there are few steps you can take that will enhance your ability to prepare for the college of your choice.

Taking classes at a community college is a great way to prepare yourself for a four year university. This method works well whether you’re still in school, just out of high school, or looking to get back in the education game after a long Read the rest of this entry »

Notting Hill College: Success through Partnership

January 3rd, 2010
Notting Hill College: Success through Partnership

If you’re looking to start or develop your own enterprise in the field of continuing education, you would do well to consider Notting Hill College and the business openings this growing institution offers. Whether you’re a fledgling entrepreneur or established course provider, the College fosters an array of opportunities for mutual business development that should not be overlooked. Notting Hill College is a British based insti Read the rest of this entry »

Suitable Replacements for Expensive New College Textbooks

January 1st, 2010
Suitable Replacements for Expensive New College Textbooks

In the last few years, the average costs of new college textbooks have suffered a dramatic increase, forcing students nationwide to spend a fortune on their study materials. Although it may seem exaggerated, the costs of the total amount of college textbooks required by college students during a single school year often exceed the costs of the average student’s tuition. Well aware of this fact, increasingly larger numbers of stu Read the rest of this entry »

The Benefits of Earning a College Degree

December 5th, 2009
The Benefits of Earning a College Degree

For many students and working adults, the decision to pursue a college degree can be a difficult one. The time and financial commitments involved may seem overwhelming at time, especially to someone at the beginning of their academic journey. Thankfully, there are many option available for students who wish to pursue their education but are limited by free time and resources. Online learning has revolutionized education by al Read the rest of this entry »

10 Summertime Tips for College-bound Students

November 25th, 2009
10 Summertime Tips for College-bound Students

It’s not unusual for parents to ask me something like, “What can my student do over the summer to give them an edge in the college admission process?”   So without further ado, here’s my Top 10 list for College-Bound Students: 

 

#10 – Prepare for the dreaded SAT / ACT tests

This could be a book, online course or a visit to the tutoring centers in your area.   It will keep your mind focused and give Read the rest of this entry »

10 Suggestions for Successful College Preparation

September 12th, 2009
10 Suggestions for Successful College Preparation

Preparing for college can seem pretty overwhelming, but if you take the time to work on your approach, you can easily get into the college of your choice. Here are 10 suggestions that will help you successfully prepare for college.

1. Get excellent grades in high school

High school’s important. Your academic performance during your junior year is especially noteworthy. If you want to make sure that yo Read the rest of this entry »

Learn about Virginia Colleges

August 4th, 2009
Learn about Virginia Colleges

As a reader makes progress in his reading ability, he checks his progress and analyses his speed reading abilities and evaluate his comprehension level. A speed reader usually considers what he is going to get from any reading material, initially scanning through the content to familiarise himself with the content, then go on to carefully consider some unclear statements after completing the reading exercise. For instance, some Read the rest of this entry »

College Student Credit Cards: Responsibility is Key

August 3rd, 2009
College Student Credit Cards: Responsibility is Key

During these trying economic times, college students across the country are seeking credit cards that offer low interest rates, no annual fees, and valuable rewards that can be earned and used within a short period of time. At a time when everyone’s nerves are frayed because of uncertainty in the stock market, illiquidity in the credit market and the softening real estate market, one thing remains constant – the importance of bu Read the rest of this entry »