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So You’re Going to College: A Checklist
If you are nervous about going to college, you can ease your mind by making sure you have done everything possible to prepare yourself. The tasks you need to do before going to college can feel...
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What to Bring to College Orientation
College orientation is often the first official college event you’ll be invited to, so it’s normal to have questions about what to bring. The answer depends on whether the freshman orientation at your...
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How NOT to Smother a New College Roommate
As you start college, you may be relieved to find that you get along wonderfully with your new roommate. While it’s great to be fast friends, you also have to live together, which gives a different...
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5 Skills to Learn the Summer Before College
You have probably gotten all kinds of advice for college, but most of it likely involves doing well in your classes and making friends. While both of those things are important, it’s equally important...
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What to Leave Behind as You Pack for College
If you are packing for college, chances are you don’t need more things to put in your suitcase, you need less! Learn now what to leave at home with your parents. Otherwise, you risk packing items that...
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What NOT to Worry About in College (But Everyone Does Anyway)
It is common to be both excited and worried about college as you enter the first semester. But the good news is that many common college worries have some simple solutions. Get an idea of some frequent...
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What to Expect Your First Week of Classes
Image by Dan Smith. Your first week of college classes is exciting, but things don’t always go as planned. Here are three common issues that you may encounter during your first week of classes … as...
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College Textbooks: A Look at Your Options
Even before college classes begin, you should think about your options for buying college textbooks. Fortunately, you have several options to choose from, and many of them are cheaper than you might...
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How to Treat Homesickness in College
As you head off to college, homesickness may be plaguing you before you even arrive on campus. The good news is that not only is this feeling normal, but there are plenty of ways to treat it. 1. Bring...
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Dealing with Mistakes
Everyone has room to improve, and you’re going to find that out in college pretty quickly since it’s easy to make mistakes in a new setting. Fortunately, you have years to learn how to deal with...
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How to Reap the Benefits of Getting Up Early
Not many college students claim to be morning people, but this can and should change. That’s because there’s a surprising number of benefits available to early risers. If you have tried and failed to...
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Crock Pots Save Time and Money for College Students
Crock pots are an affordable way for college students to prepare quick meals that last a long time. Let’s say that you’re a first-year college student. You are always on the go, joining every possible...
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Incoming Freshman To-Do List
Today’s post is by campus correspondent Annabella W. Find out how you can become a ULS campus correspondent, too! Starting your freshman year in college can be hectic, exciting and stressful all at...
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5 Things You Shouldn’t Do at Your College Admission Interview
The interview is a common part of the college admissions process. If you are nervous about it and want to make a good impression, it’s best to consider some habits to avoid during your upcoming college...
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The Pros and Cons of Getting an Online Degree from a US College
If you’re an international student interested in studying at a US college, but hesitant about the cost and idea of living so far from home, you should consider earning an online degree. This option can...
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The Differences Between High School Life and College Life
If you’re planning to leave for college soon, you might be wondering what life after high school is like. Having some idea of the differences can help you avoid feeling overwhelmed once you arrive on...
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Mistakes to Avoid as an International College Freshman
University of Missouri – Columbia If you’re an international student about to begin your freshman year at a US college, you’ve probably already studied some do’s and don’ts when it comes to school in...
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Get Familiar with Your College Town
Image by resurgencepark.com If you’re an international student studying in the US, getting to know your college town is likely on your mind. Instead of worrying about how little you know about the...
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Accepted? How to Choose the Right College
If you’re one of the many high school seniors who applied to several colleges and got accepted to most of them, then you have a difficult decision ahead of you. But first, congratulations! The...
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What to Leave Behind as You Pack for College
If you’re packing for college, chances are you don’t need a list of more things to put in your suitcase, you need less! After all, your dorm room is likely to be a lot small than your bedroom at home....
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