College Planning Blog & Student Resources - Page 109

MIT summer programs for high school students: RSI, MITES, MOSTEC, ESP. Free scholarships, research, admissions impact, application tips.

Georgetown summer programs: Pre-College, Global Summer (London, Madrid, Beijing), Law, Business. Washington D.C. location, guest speakers, costs, applicati

Federal student loan rates change every year. Here's how 2026 rates work, what you'll actually pay, and ways to lower your cost.

College applications have hidden landmines: wrong dates, AI-written essays, sloppy details. Here's 20 mistakes to avoid and quick fixes.

Micro-credentials are fast credentials—but are they worth your time? Here's when employers value them, ROI math, and when you still need a full degree.

Tuition-free college is real, but "tuition-free" doesn't mean free. Here's what you actually cover, who qualifies, how to apply, and what you'll still pay.

Internship or part-time job? Both matter for your resume—but differently. Here's when each one helps more, how to choose, and how to do both without

Part-time jobs keep you afloat but can tank your grades. Here's the best options for college students, pay, schedule fit, and how to find roles fast..

Parents: your kid's college app is their job, not yours. Here's what to actually do, what to skip, and when to step in (and when to shut up). [2026 Guide]

Free textbooks and courses exist—they're just not on the bookstore shelf. Here's where to find quality OER, Creative Commons stuff, and how much you'll.

Start cheap at community college, finish prestige at a 4-year. Here's your complete plan: save $20–$30k, pick transfer-friendly schools, hit GPA targets.

If you're minority students, there's funding built for you. Here's 60+ scholarships by community, major, essay tips, deadline calendar, and how to.

Student credit cards are starter credit—if you play it right. Here's which cards to pick, how to avoid interest, build credit fast, and what to avoid.

Dropping a class hits your transcript, GPA, and aid. Here's exactly what a "W" does, financial aid refund rules, and when to actually drop vs power.

Major or location? Both matter—but not equally. Here's a scoring system to weigh program, cost, internships, and campus life so you pick the right fit.

Part-time vs. full-time college? Part-time saves money short-term but adds cost long-term. Here's the financial aid impact, timeline, and which fits you.

College is different from high school—professors assume you'll figure it out. Here's what to expect and a 30-60-90 plan to crush your first semester.

College students have zero time. Here's practical templates, time-blocking tactics, prioritization frameworks, and quick fixes for procrastination that

College accreditation matters more than you think—it affects aid, transfer, and your job prospects. Here's what to check and red flags to watch. (2026)

Admission officers ask the same questions over and over. Here's how to structure answers that actually stand out, with samples and a pre-interview.