“This year’s college graduates are leaving school with an average of $37,172 in student loans – up from $35,000 last year. This represents an all-time high for average student debt levels. And many students and families are searching for solutions to avoid becoming part of the crisis. With the heavy push to secure a college degree combined with the […]
“How to Find the Right Scholarships. It’s hard not to get overwhelmed by the sheer number of scholarships out there, and even harder to know where to start. The most important thing? Finding and applying for scholarships that are right for you. Too many students go for quantity over quality – they apply for tons […]
“For many students, summer is an opportunity to get ahead in the job search by applying for an internship. And these positions, from law to finance to medicine and beyond, are often highly coveted, making them extremely competitive. However, there are tons of internships out there, from Fortune 500 companies to local businesses looking fill summer positions. […]
“Changing careers at any stage of your life can be a challenge. One chapter ends and another immediately begins, something that can be both invigorating and challenging. And the learning curves and roadblocks that accompany career changes intensify when they occur during the middle of your career. I’ve switched careers as well as started a small business mid-career. […]
“The dreaded job interview. It can feel like the most stressful part of a job search, but it’s also the most important. Whether you’re seeking your first job out of school or looking to switch to a new employer – or even a whole new career – the interview process will be a major part of landing […]
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Sort and compare the 300 best college values in the U.S. Use the arrows at the top of any column of data to rank any list of colleges by cost and financial-aid measures. For more information on a particular college, click the college’s name. Click here to begin. If you need more information on the best […]
Engineers earn top dollar, but students majoring in other STEM fields can also nab a healthy paycheck. Students in STEM fields such as engineering or computer science can earn more than $85,000 annually with their bachelor’s degree. Earning a degree in science, technology, engineering and math, known as the STEM fields is a good way to earn a […]
Summer is an opportune time to save money for college and reduce college-related expenses. Click here to read 10 ways freshman can save. Contact Nadine Underbrink, M.Ed today for a free college and scholarship consultation. 713.447.0064 or [email protected] written by Farran Powell