Senior year in high school is filled with important and exciting milestones. Many students are preparing for the next steps in their educational careers by applying to colleges. One of the most important activities that take place for these college-bound students is seeking financial aid. Nearly $3 billion (yes, Billion) in federal financial aid goes ... Read More
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Supporting First-Generation Students During the First Year of College
Each fall, thousands of first-year students arrive on college campuses, feeling a mixture of excitement and apprehension for the beginning of their college career. For some, college is an entirely new experience within their family structure. These individuals often don’t know what to expect from the college experience, typically because their parents never ... Read More
5 Tips for Creating a Successful Peer Mentoring Program
Transitions between grades or from middle school to high school can be challenging for certain students. Academic struggles, economic disadvantages, and social development are hurdles that some students must learn to overcome, particularly if they are the first in their family to be college-bound. For these students, staying on track can be difficult. Many ... Read More
Attracting Students and Keeping Them Engaged in Your Program
Each year, thousands of young adults arrive on college campuses across the country, eager to embrace a new adventure. For many, college is the logical next step on their life path, part of a family tradition of higher education. For some, however, college is an experience they may feel wholly unprepared for, particularly because they have very little in the ... Read More