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Basic Different Types of Scholarships

by Dannelle

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Applying for colleges is a lot of work. One needs to complete university applications, financial aid applications, college admission essays, and, believe it or not, even an essay or two for basic different types of scholarships. OK, scratch that one or two-part; you really need to apply for over one hundred scholarships if you are serious about being proactive in tackling that college debt. Yes, you read it right. Scholarship applications do require that you write an essay, but it can be of a different type. Not all scholarships will ask you to write the same kind of essay. Basic Different Types of Scholarships We will take a quick look at some of the college scholarships with essays and what kind of writing is expected from the aspirants. College scholarships with essays about yourself Many scholarships would ask you to write a college essay about yourself that is also known as a personal statement. The scholarship committee can ask you to write an essay that will … [Read more...]

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Inspirational Quotes For College Students

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Inspirational Quotes For College Students? The word "College" sounds excellent, and the idea of attending is even more exciting. However, it is a tough journey, as missing one minute could cost you a lot in the long run. It takes more than going to classes on time, getting the assignments done, and even having some time to relax to make it through college in one piece. Have you ever heard of "peace of mind" and "motivation"? Those are some of the critical factors that will be critical in helping you get through successfully. There are lots of motivational and inspirational quotes that can help you get through this journey. Inspirational Quotes For College Students It can be hard and stressful for some students at times, and lacking inspiration will only cause more problems for them. Motivation is important, and with the right boost, you will be surprised at how well you adapt and can cope. We have done a little research to help you along the way, and after reading these … [Read more...]

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10 College Hacks Every College Student Should Know

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College Hacks? College is one of the places that teach you so much about life, and it helps to position you at a different place in life. However, it is not the easiest place to go through, and knowing a lot of tips and tricks will help you to go through safely. There are lots of hacks that will get you through, and at the end of the day, you will be glad you learned them. A lot of them will take you by surprise because you have never looked at them as a resourceful tool to help you. 10 College Hacks Every College Student Should Know So, as you consider stepping through the gates of your selected college, here are a few tips you want to pack in your suitcases... College Hacks #1: Build Your GPA Early In year one to two of college, a lot of the courses are simple and are required courses. As such, it is a great time to build your GPA as it somehow takes "less-stress" to accomplish during this time. After you let those years pass out and you approach the tougher years, … [Read more...]

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How To Avoid The Freshman 15

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You might be wondering what "Freshman 15" is and how it connects to college life. Well, Freshman 15 is an expression used for first-year college students and refers to the extra weight they usually gain. A lot of students do gain more than 15 pounds while some gain less or none at all. In other countries, the expression might be different, like "First-Year Fatties, Fresher Spread, or Fresher Five. Going home after your first break will generally have your parents saying, "Wow, you got fat!" or "That stomach has grown an inch!"  Yeah, it can be a little embarrassing when they say it or make fun of it, but it is usually the new reality. So, are you looking for a few ways to avoid falling into the "weight gain" trap? We have done a little research and have found these tips to be pretty helpful... Get Enough Sleep Medical experts note it is important to get at least eight hours of sleep each night. We know you will say it is impossible, especially when you have assignments … [Read more...]

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Healthy Habits To Start In College

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Since you decide to attend college to change your future and get a better grading out of life, you might as well work on improving other aspects of your life for good too. Going to college is a critical part of your life. If you are not mindful, you might come out with a degree but probably one of the unhealthiest persons alive (both psychologically and physically). There are some practices you engage in now while out of college or even while in college that you should work on changing. It is the perfect place to start working on these habits, so you can have a rewarding life when you enter the more significant phase of life. While you study and achieve greatness, here are a few healthy habits you can work on as well... Healthy Habits To Start In College Getting Enough Sleep Sleeping has a lot of benefits for our bodies, such as rejuvenating and restoring our energy, rids the body of illness attacks, builds brain functionality, and improves our overall immune system. College … [Read more...]

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Must-Have College Supplies for New Students

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Must-Have College Supplies for New Students. When you are going through your college packing list, checking and re-checking each and every item, the sheer amount of stuff that you will need for the next 4 years can be really overwhelming. To make things easier for you we have compiled a list of the must-have college supplies for new students. We have tried to cover all bases and once you go through this short but informative list, you will have your college packing done in record time. Must-Have College Supplies for New Students 1) A Sleek Functional Backpack If you are looking for a basic backpack that is lightweight but big enough to fit your laptop then you can go for the STARTTID Backpack from IKEA which starts for as low as ten bucks. There is a front pocket where you can keep the essentials and the two side pockets can be used to keep the water bottle and the umbrella. This backpack is a must-have for your first day on the campus. Buy it here: backpack 2) … [Read more...]

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