Everyone involved in the realm of higher education today knows that sticker prices of colleges and universities can be daunting for students and their families. With the highest of these prices coming in at over $60,000 for tuition, room, and board, the prospect of a post-high school education may seem slim for most students in […]
St. Olaf College Main Street Initiative
Sponsored Content. It’s been said that the only constant is change. This is certainly true of the personal development that happens throughout our lives. People grow and change over time based on experiences, changes in circumstance and just plain, old-fashioned personal growth. St. Olaf College recognizes this and has developed what can only be called […]
Why You Should Not Send Your Child to an Ivy League School if They Want to Study Science
At the beginning of the college search process, students often start with a misguided assumption. The idea that Ivy League schools are the best starting point in their college career is a common misconception. Some current statistics we have gathered will shine a light on another possible option that students often disregard when making their […]
The “Smartest” Liberal Arts Schools and What Makes them So Great
Liberal arts college admission’s offices today are well oiled machines. They know who their target applicants are and they do their best to attract them. Competition among top schools can be very tight, and this is one aspect that helps make these schools so great. But, what is it about these schools that attract students […]
What Makes Students Feel Safe on Campus?
The society that we live in today demands something from us previous generations did not have to consider: Personal safety on the college campus. This is especially true for young people venturing away from home for the first time. The fact is that personal safety is a consideration for all of us today, but college […]
Pricing Strategies of Private Liberal Arts Colleges
Are you interested in pursuing a private liberal arts education, but are scared off by the high price tag? It’s true that most liberal arts colleges have high “sticker prices,” but you shouldn’t be scared off by this. The truth is, many liberal arts colleges offer hefty scholarships, grants and other financial aid that a […]
What You Should Know About Student Debt
Student debt has grown exponentially in the last couple of decades to a point where many families are actively seeking options and alternatives to reduce their share of school loans. In 2012, 68 percent of all students graduating from four-year, not-for-profit public and private universities graduated with an average of $27,850 of debt per student. […]
Will a Liberal Arts Education Pay for Itself?
Are you attracted to the humanities, but aren’t sure if a liberal arts education will pay for itself? A degree in liberal arts will set you up for a wide range of employment opportunities and careers. This is especially helpful in a tough economy where you need a wide range of options. What Does a […]
The Secret to Getting Into a Top Liberal Arts College
Are you hoping to get into a liberal arts college, but aren’t sure what is required? The following are general expectations of students applying to liberal arts colleges: Be Well-Rounded Yet Diverse Liberal arts colleges are more concerned about you as a world-citizen than state colleges seem to be, which means you need to show […]