Applying for scholarships this coming school year? If so, you’ll want to make certain that you present the absolute best application that you possibly can while still managing to make your application stand out among thousands of others. Take a look at these 6 tips for applying for college scholarships before you send your application in. You may have a bit more work to modify your application after, but in the end, you’ll be glad that you took the time. 6 Tips for Applying for College Scholarships: Be honest –First and foremost, be one hundred percent honest on your scholarship application. Flat-out lying or even embellishing a tiny bit can and will cause you to lose the scholarship (or worse) if you’re caught. Honestly, really is the best policy, and that statement is especially true here. Even if you have something negative that you need to let them know, owning up and taking responsibility is best. Check eligibility requirements –Before you even apply, you’ll … [Read more...]
Tips For Effective Note Taking In Class
Effective note taking in class is so important because it will help you to retain the information and act as a study guide for when you may be quizzed or tested on that particular information in the future. Some people find it hard to take notes because they are worried they are not writing down the proper information, or maybe the teacher is moving too quickly, or you are just a bad note taker in general...that changes today! I have a few tips and tricks that will make effective note taking a breeze and you will get some really effective notes to use for your future assignments. Tips For Effective Note Taking In Class: 1. Pay Attention to Your Teacher: When it comes to taking notes you are going to be getting your information based on what your teacher is talking about in the class that day but even more than just listening to what your teacher is saying, you will also want to watch their mannerisms and how they are referring to certain information. Chances are, if your … [Read more...]
Seven Ways to Prepare Your Teenagers For the SAT
Seven ways to prepare your teenagers for the SAT is the secret weapon to your child doing their best. The SAT is a major milestone in their high school life and preparing for college. Make it as much of a stress free zone and process as possible. Embrace your child(ren) throughout the process and ensure their success and make sure they become a confident test taker. Here is how. Seven Ways to Prepare Your Teenagers For the SAT I really admire and respect parents who go the extra mile to ensure their children do well. As an added bonus make sure they access and read the Reader’s Digest digest at an early age, both online and offline. This is an old secret weapon for feeding the mind for the SAT. Other posts you may find helpful: … [Read more...]
10 Activities that Look Great on a Scholarship Application
If you’re beginning to look at college for your student, you’re very likely finding out one thing: college is incredibly expensive. At thousands of dollars per semester, finding scholarships for your student is more important than most parents realize. Unfortunately, getting approved for or winning those scholarships isn’t always easy. Between applications that aren’t filled out correctly, applications that don’t offer enough information, and the sheer number of students applying, you’ll have a fight on your hands to get the scholarships that you want. Here are 10 Activities that Look Great on a Scholarship Application. One way that you can increase your chances of getting a college scholarship is by making sure that you have plenty of activities on your college application. What type of activities? They can vary, but these 9 activities that look great on a scholarship application are all a fantastic place to start. 10 Activities that Look Great on a Scholarship … [Read more...]
Save on College Books – RENT Them!
Let’s face it, college books can be the top expense for college students, after tuition. That is why I was so excited to learn of Campus Book Rentals and be asked to share my thoughts with you because 500 years ago, when I put myself through college, I found book buying time to be horribly stressful. I had saved my own money, had grants and did work-study, but it all still came out of my own pockets. The list of what I HAD to have for my classes seemed to get longer, and longer, and longer….and I could literally hear the “cha-ching” of the register in my head as I added each textbook to my stack. Keep in mind that I bought USED books, not new…and they still mounted to a hefty total! I would have loved to know how to save money on college books. 500 years later, with kids now coming out of college attached to $200,000+ in debt, ANY way that you can trim expenses is fantastic! Save money on college books That is where Campus Book Rentals comes in.They have been around since … [Read more...]
Meals For A College Student
Meals for a college student? Skipping meals or eating unbalanced meals results in a 25% drop in productivity. Plus, it causes sleep deprivation, leaving a college student operating at half-capacity. Using fast food as an alternative is not a brilliant idea. Even though it is cheap, tastes good, accessible, and fast, it is unhealthy. Since college is never easy, do not compromise your health and try Wise Food Storage products! These are tastier, cheaper, healthier foods than anything bought at fast food chains, plus are easier and faster to prepare. Below are some tips for creating a small dorm-room “pantry” of fast and healthy meals for a college student. These don’t require refrigeration, won’t add to the dreaded Freshman Fifteen, and will beat a diet of noodles any day. Meals For A College Student The other big tip when thinking of meals for a college student? Get an Instant Pot! https://amzn.to/3dh5IIP It is several appliances in one and much better than just an … [Read more...]
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