Hoverings

  • October 12, 2011

    For college freshmen and sophomores, the “major” question is constantly on their minds. What should I major in? When should I declare a major? Should I double major? What if I want to change my major?

  • September 30, 2011

    According to a recent article on Inside Higher Ed, Duke University just launched their first-ever sophomore convocation, where the universit

  • September 26, 2011

    During the 2011 NACAC (National Association of College Admission Counseling) national conference, over 5,000 college admissions officers and counslors gathered from all over the world in New Orleans to share the trends and insights on college admissions. The Choice Blog from the New York Times takes readers backstage to get the latest news from 2011 NACAC national conference.

  • August 11, 2011

    College classes start up again soon—and whether your student is a freshman or senior, it can be a stressful time for both parties due to finances, moving, and new experiences.

    You might think that because you're assisting financially – tuition payments, rent, food, or other expenses – that you have a say in the career path or courses your child chooses. But here's why you should take a backseat at the start of this new semester:

  • July 18, 2011

    Landing a job just out of college is not as easy as it used to be. With a tight job market and struggling economy, recent college graduates are competing with their peers and seasoned professionals for entry-level positions in their field.

  • July 13, 2011

    Every year, approximately 2.5 million students transfer to a different college. Statistics from the United States Department of Education suggest that close to 60% of college students will attend more than one school before they graduate.

  • July 1, 2011

    Do we ever stop paying for our kids, even after they reach adulthood? Many parents ask themselves this question, and now health insurance gets added to that list.

    Healthcare reform now lets post-college adults use their parents' health insurance, as long as the parents are willing to pay. The dependent age has been raised to 26 to cover the large number of uninsured young adults, many of whom are unemployed due to a slowly recovering economy.

  • June 21, 2011

  • June 14, 2011

    Receiving an offer for an internship or job can be an overwhelming decision, particularly for a college student or recent graduate looking to start their career off on the right foot. Luckily, your student can talk with other professionals (such as yourself) who can lend a hand in making these tough choices.

    What are the most important factors to consider when evaluating internship and job offers?

    The organization

  • June 13, 2011

    June is yet another important transition time for both you and your college student. College students may have started a summer term, an internship or a job search. High school students may have realized that college is just around the corner and are busy getting ready for the fall semester. As a parent, you may be excited but, at the same time, overwhelmed about your student's new chapter in life. 

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