How Much Do Online Colleges Cost?
Online college tuition varies wildly. Here's what you'll actually pay per credit hour, how...
Mar 20, 2020
Lawrence Myers
Senior Education Writer
Lawrence Myers is a senior education writer covering college admissions, university rankings, financial aid, and career outcomes. He specializes in translating complex higher-education data into clear, practical guidance for students and parents navigating the application process.
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Articles by Lawrence Myers
What Can You Do with an Associates Degree in Nursing?
An associate degree in nursing leads to jobs as a Licensed Practical Nurse or RN. Here's t...
Mar 20, 2020
What Can You Do With A Healthcare Management Degree?
A healthcare management degree prepares you to run hospitals, clinics, and health systems....
Mar 16, 2020
College Student Safety Guide (2026)
College safety matters. Here's practical advice: where to go, who to trust, how to protect...
Mar 12, 2020
How to Choose a College: Step-by-Step 2026 Guide
How do you pick a college? Start with your priorities: location, size, major availability,...
Mar 12, 2020
Student Housing Guide (2026)
Finding housing as a student is stressful. Here's your guide to dorms, off-campus rentals,...
Mar 11, 2020
ISAT Test Dates 2026: Schedule and Registration Guide
ISAT test dates 2026: if your target schools require entrance testing, here's when you can...
Mar 11, 2020
What Is Financial Literacy?
Financial literacy means knowing how to manage money, invest, save, and avoid debt. Here's...
Mar 9, 2020
How to Transfer from a Community College?
Transferring from community college to a four-year university is smart and saves money. He...
Mar 6, 2020
Types of Associate Degrees: AA, AS, AAS Compared (2026)
Associate degrees come in different types: transfer degrees (AA/AS), applied degrees (AAS)...
Mar 5, 2020
How To Send SAT Scores To Colleges?
Sending SAT scores to colleges is easy once you know how. You can send them directly from...
Mar 3, 2020
What Is Graduate School? Applications & Cost (2026)
Grad school prepares you for advanced careers in your field. It's more focused than underg...
Mar 2, 2020
Financial Aid for Part-time Students
Part-time students often qualify for FAFSA, grants, and loans—even if they're taking fewer...
Mar 2, 2020
What is a Brag Sheet?
A brag sheet is like a resume for college apps. It lists your accomplishments, test scores...
Mar 2, 2020
Graduation Day Guide: What to Expect and How to Prepare
Graduation day is the payoff after years of work. Here's what actually happens, what to br...
Mar 2, 2020
Common App vs Coalition App
Common App vs Coalition App: which application platform should you use? Here's the real di...
Feb 29, 2020
College Entrance Exams: SAT vs ACT
SAT or ACT? Both test your college readiness differently. Here's what each exam covers, wh...
Feb 29, 2020
Weighted vs Unweighted GPA: Which One Matters?
Does your GPA count more if it's weighted? A practical guide for college applicants who wa...
Feb 29, 2020
FAFSA for Grad School: Your Complete Guide to Financi...
Graduate school is more expensive than undergrad, but grad students get federal loans and...
Feb 28, 2020
Colleges with No Application Fee
Want to save money on application fees? Here's a list of solid colleges that don't charge...
Feb 27, 2020
How to Apply for College?
The college application process looks complicated, but it doesn't have to be. Here's the s...
Feb 27, 2020
Ultimate College Packing List: Everything You Need (2026)
Moving to campus? Here's the ultimate packing list so you don't show up without what you a...
Feb 26, 2020
The 18 Most Common Scholarship Interview Questions (With
Scholarship interviews aren't like job interviews. Here are 18 questions you'll actually g...
Feb 17, 2020
Medical Internships for High School Students
Medical internships give you real clinical experience while you're still in high school. H...
Feb 17, 2020