Education

How Do I Get Financial Aid?

Nov 23, 2015 | 8:27 pm

Unlike some money saving and money earning tactics you may be familiar with, financial aid is not a scam. There are many organizations, businesses, and individuals who are willing to provide money to help aspiring students pay for their higher education. While in high school, many of these opportunities are presented directly to you. Once you graduate, it becomes a tad bit more difficult to locate aid, since it isn’t being brought to your doorstep. At this point, you have to go out and find it. Luckily for you, this task is far from impossible. Here are four major steps... Read more...

5 Reasons to Choose an Online College

Nov 16, 2015 | 5:51 pm

When you hold in your hand access to any and all information, it’s hard to imagine a more convenient time and place to be living. One of the major benefits of being alive during the peak of our digital revolution is having access to online education. You no longer need to leave your home and venture off to a far-away land to earn your degree. Thanks to the Internet, you can earn a degree that can land you a job – without ever leaving your home. Here are 5 reasons choosing an online college may be smarter than choosing a... Read more...

What Does Your Degree Choice Say About You?

Nov 10, 2015 | 7:36 pm

It’s finally that time. You’re ready to decide on a degree path. You may have heard a few things about friends and family who have already went on and experienced higher education; horror stories of all night study sessions, strict professors and never-ending pages of notes. One way for you to limit the horrors of college life is for you to pick a major that fits your personality. Here is a short description of what various degree choices say about the enrolled student and potential career options that accompany each degree path. Communications So, you’ve decided to enroll in a... Read more...

4 Degrees that can Lead to Unexpected Careers

Nov 9, 2015 | 5:02 pm

Some students are forward-thinking enough to begin considering career options at a young age. Not all students think this far ahead, however (but that’s okay). If you have a certain degree choice in mind but are less certain about what the job prospects for that degree hold, I have good news – some sought after careers come from degree programs you probably would’ve never considered. Here are 4 examples of career choices that come from unexpected degree programs: 1. Political Science – Lawyer When you think of the major Political Science, you probably don’t immediately think lawyer. If you earn... Read more...

4 Tips to Improve Your Study Habits

Nov 3, 2015 | 9:05 pm

When it comes to achieving your educational goals, the right degree and career path can only take you so far. Choosing a topic you’re interested in is a great first step. However, without understanding how to succeed on that educational path, you may never get to experience the benefits of your hard work. If you’ve gotten your high school degree, surely you have a good understanding of how to study. Passing college courses, however, is an entirely different beast that will require better study habits. Before diving into your higher education journey, consider these 4 tips to improve your studying.... Read more...

Less is More: 4 Ways to Save on School

Oct 27, 2015 | 6:52 pm

School is expensive. Whether it’s being discussed as a talking point during a presidential debate or being discussed between two anxiety-ridden parents, the rising cost of higher education is a notable problem for our country. Everyone knows that pursuing higher education is a smart long-term goal, but at what cost? Before making serious decisions about your educational path, you should first consider ways to make your journey less expensive. Consider these 4 ways you can save on your higher education. 1. Consider State/Community College While state or community colleges may not be the most attractive options to aspiring young students,... Read more...

Enough is Enough: 4 Reasons You Shouldn’t Go to Grad School

Oct 22, 2015 | 5:50 pm

This isn’t a post discouraging education. Of all the tools you have at your success disposal, education is the most vital. However, years and years of education just isn’t for everyone. Not everyone needs to attend graduate school. Here are 4 reasons you may want to reconsider a long journey in higher education: Reason 1: Career Uncertainty The number one and probably only reason it is worth it to pursue a master’s or doctorate degree is if you have one exact career in mind. Whether its professor, lawyer or doctor, if you are going into your journey with a specific title... Read more...

5 Job Titles You May Not Know Exist

Oct 13, 2015 | 7:26 pm

Hey Internet! Online Ed here again, and today’s topic is meant to enlighten as well as inform. Thanks to Hollywood, your high school teachers and what you do daily, you may be more aware of some jobs than others. Here are 6 job titles you may not know exist that you might want to consider: Copywriter Median Annual Salary: $58,850* Copywriting is the craft of writing to sell. It’s a strange concept for some but it is undeniable that companies are always looking for young men and women who have good grammar, can articulate well and can finish assignments on... Read more...

Certificate or Degree Program? A Pros and Cons Discussion

Oct 8, 2015 | 10:12 pm

Hello Internet! Online Ed here again with another fun topic: Certificate and Degree programs. Do you go to school to learn or do you go to school to prepare yourself for a job? Depending on who you ask, you will get varying responses. Your answer to this question may help you decide whether or not you should look to obtain a specific certificate/license or take the route to earn your degree. Today, we review the pros and cons for both. Certificate Programs The Pros When you decide to get specific certification, you are essentially saying you know exactly what you... Read more...

Passion or Pay: What Should You Base Your Career Choice On?

Oct 6, 2015 | 8:16 pm

Online Ed here again to discuss one of the age old questions: how do you choose between doing work you are passionate about and earning a good living? Obviously, some people will tell you yes and others will tell you no. Some people will tell you “Money doesn’t buy happiness but it can buy you a boat–have you ever seen someone sad on a boat?” and others will say “Do what you love and you’ll never work a day in your life.“ While both passion and pay are not mutually exclusive, I’m here to make a case for both and... Read more...