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10 Graduation Rules Created: Sunday, April 29, 2012 Updated: Sunday, April 29, 2012
No matter what college you're graduating from, there are certain rules that apply on graduation day. Learn the basics so you can plan ahead and be prepared.
College Summer Jobs - 10 Smart College Summer Jobs Created: Sunday, April 18, 2010 Updated: Sunday, April 29, 2012
Need to get a college summer job but not sure what to do? Find 10 smart college summer jobs that can work for nearly any situation.
College Graduation Gifts -- 14 College Graduation Gifts Created: Wednesday, February 10, 2010 Updated: Sunday, April 29, 2012
Need a gift for a student who is about to graduate from college? Check out this list of 14 classic college graduation gifts.
College Graduation Checklist -- The Ultimate College Graduation Checklist Created: Tuesday, April 28, 2009 Updated: Sunday, April 29, 2012
Graduating from college? Not sure what to do before graduation? Find a checklist of everything to do before you leave college and start your life as an official graduate.
College Class Is Full -- What to Do If a College Class is Full Created: Sunday, October 04, 2009 Updated: Sunday, April 29, 2012
College classes can fill up rather quickly -- especially if it's a class you really need to get into. Find 6 tips of how to handle a college class being full.
College Jobs -- Where Should I Get My College Job? Created: Wednesday, May 13, 2009 Updated: Sunday, April 29, 2012
Most college students work while in school. But where are the best places for college jobs? Learn the pros and cons of working both off and on campus during a college job, and how to pick which one...
Financial Aid Deadlines -- Important Financial Aid Deadlines Created: Monday, May 04, 2009 Updated: Sunday, April 29, 2012
Meeting financial aid deadlines in college is one of the most important things a college student can do. Everything from loans and scholarships to grants and work study money is awarded through the...
College Bucket List -- 25 Ideas for a College Bucket List Created: Wednesday, March 21, 2012 Updated: Sunday, April 29, 2012
Wondering what to add to your college
College Off-Campus Apartments - How to Find a College Off-Campus Apartment Created: Wednesday, February 27, 2008 Updated: Sunday, April 29, 2012
For whatever reason, you're not going to live on campus next year. The process of finding an apartment, though, can seem like an extra class you have to take while you're already carrying a full lo...
College Meal Plans - How to Select the Best College Meal Plan Created: Wednesday, February 20, 2008 Updated: Sunday, April 29, 2012
Understanding college meal plan options can be overwhelming. Learn more about traditional college meal plan structures, how to choose what's best for you, and how to successfully manage your plan...
5 Ways to Relax for Under $5 -- 5 Ways Under $5 to Relax Created: Sunday, February 22, 2009 Updated: Sunday, April 29, 2012
Relaxing, especially while a college student, doesn't have to be expensive. Find 5 ways to relax and rewind -- all for under $5.
Saving Money in College - 5 Easy Ways to Save Money in College Created: Wednesday, June 25, 2008 Updated: Sunday, April 29, 2012
Saving money in college is always challenging. Learn 5 simple ways to make saving money in college quick and easy for any college student.
College Financial Aid - College Financial Aid Terms Defined Created: Saturday, March 22, 2008 Updated: Sunday, April 29, 2012
The terminology used when discussing financial aid can sometimes feel overwhelming (work study? work award?). Learn what each term means and, more importantly, what they mean for your financial fut...
College Expenses -- 5 Ways to Track Your College Expenses Created: Wednesday, May 13, 2009 Updated: Sunday, April 29, 2012
Tracking your college expenses can be just as important as staying on top of your coursework while in college. Learn 5 ways to track your college expenses so you can avoid any surprises at the end ...
Money for College -- 5 Place to Find Money for College in an Emergency Created: Wednesday, May 13, 2009 Updated: Sunday, April 29, 2012
College students may find themselves in an emergency when it comes to money for college. Whether it's from an unexpected expense or funding that fell through, many students will need money for coll...
Making Money in College - 5 Quick Ways to Make Money in College Created: Wednesday, May 13, 2009 Updated: Sunday, April 29, 2012
Being in college and needing money seem to go hand in hand for many college students. Knowing how to make money in college -- quickly -- can come in awfully handy when the end of the semester or an...
Living at Home While in College -- Should I Live at Home While in College Created: Tuesday, May 12, 2009 Updated: Sunday, April 29, 2012
Living at home can be a tempting options for many college students. From saving money to not having to deal with the chaos of the residence halls, there can be many benefits for college students wh...
Asking Your Parents for Money in College -- How to Ask Your Parents for Money in College Created: Tuesday, May 12, 2009 Updated: Sunday, April 29, 2012
Asking your parents for money while you're a college student is never easy. But, at some point during their time in college, most students need a little money from Mom or Dad. Learn 6 smart ways to...
Living in a Fraternity or Sorority -- How to Decide if You Should Live in a Fraternity or Sorority Created: Tuesday, May 12, 2009 Updated: Sunday, April 29, 2012
Living in a fraternity or sorority can be a difficult choices for many college students. While joining a fraternity or sorority may have been an easy choice, choosing to live in the house may be an...
Student Credit Cards -- Information on Student Credit Cards Created: Tuesday, May 05, 2009 Updated: Sunday, April 29, 2012
Most college students have credit cards while in school. And most college students graduate with a significant amount of credit card debt. Learn when to use a credit card, when not to use a credit ...
Running Low on a College Meal Plan -- What to Do If You're Running Low on a College Meal Plan Created: Sunday, April 26, 2009 Updated: Sunday, April 29, 2012
Toward the end of the semester, many college students find themselves running low on their meal plans. Figuring out how to make those last dollars (or credits) stretch throughout the rest of the te...
College Students Saving Money over the Holidays -- How College Students Can Save Money over the Holidays Created: Monday, November 24, 2008 Updated: Sunday, April 29, 2012
College students are usually short on cash anyway, so when the holidays come around, things can become extra tight. Learn quick and easy ways for college students to save money during the holidays ...
College Student Holiday Jobs -- Holiday Jobs for College Students Created: Monday, November 24, 2008 Updated: Sunday, April 29, 2012
Many college students need jobs over the holiday break. Find 6 options for holiday jobs for college students and how to find jobs that fit best into your holiday schedule.
Unusual Jobs for College Students - Ideas for Unusual Jobs for College Students Created: Thursday, May 01, 2008 Updated: Sunday, April 29, 2012
Working while in college doesn't have to be boring. With a little creativity, your college job can provide more than just money and training.
College Student Meal Ideas -- 12 Easy College Student Meal Ideas Created: Monday, April 21, 2008 Updated: Sunday, April 29, 2012
Cooking something delicious for yourself (or your friends) doesn't have to cost a fortune and take forever. These twelve meal ideas are easy to make, can be done inexpensively, and use items easily...
College Financial Aid - 5 Things to Know About Your College Financial Aid Package Created: Friday, April 18, 2008 Updated: Sunday, April 29, 2012
Your financial aid package contains a lot of information. These 5 facts aren't mentioned but are important to know.
On Campus College Jobs - What's a Good On Campus College Job? Created: Saturday, March 22, 2008 Updated: Sunday, April 29, 2012
Getting an on-campus job is a requirement for many college students. How can you make sure you get a good one?
Living On or Off Campus in College - Should I Live On or Off Campus in College? Created: Saturday, March 22, 2008 Updated: Sunday, April 29, 2012
There are pros and cons of living both on and off campus. Learn more about each, and how to decide which is right for you.
Managing and Saving Money in College - How to Manage and Save Money While in College Created: Wednesday, February 27, 2008 Updated: Sunday, April 29, 2012
Funds are infamously tight for college students. Learn some crucial ways to manage your money, think creatively about finances, find hidden savings, and handle the unexpected.
Buying Used College Books Online - Should I Buy Used College Books Online? Created: Wednesday, February 27, 2008 Updated: Sunday, April 29, 2012
Your campus bookstore may not have used books available, they may not have them on time, or they may have already run out. Find out what your online options are for purchasing used books.
Profile of "How to Survive Your Freshman Year," Winner of a 2012 About.com Readers' Choice Award Created: Friday, March 30, 2012 Updated: Sunday, April 29, 2012
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Profile of eCampus, Winner of a 2012 About.com Readers' Choice Award Created: Friday, March 30, 2012 Updated: Sunday, April 29, 2012
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