College Planning Blog & Student Resources - Page 114

Internships are paid/unpaid gigs during college (3-6 months). Fellowships are competitive, often full-time, post-grad opportunities (6-24 months). Here's

Elective courses are classes you choose beyond your major requirements. They let you explore interests, round out your resume, and sometimes boost your

Adult students can find scholarships specifically for non-traditional learners returning to college. Here are 15 real awards, what they ask for, and why

Scholarships under $5,000 aren't taxable; awards above that are taxable as income unless used for qualified education expenses. Here's what the IRS. (2026)

Apply now for fall 2026: here's a curated list of open scholarships ranging from $1K to full ride. Check deadlines, eligibility, and match your profile to

National Merit Scholars need a 99th percentile PSAT score (usually 210+) from sophomore year. Here's what the Scholarship Program offers, qualification

College costs $25K-$80K+ per year. Here's your full financial planning guide: understand FAFSA, loans, grants, scholarships, work-study, and how to reduce

Scholarship essays let you tell your story in ways your grades can't. Here are 10 proven tips to stand out: start with a specific example, show don't

Juggling coursework, jobs, and a social life is hard. Here are 8 realistic time management hacks that actually work: prioritize ruthlessly, use a planner

Open admission means you're accepted if you have a high school diploma—no test scores or GPA required. It opens doors for non-traditional students but

Presidential Scholarships honor top freshmen with merit awards from the U.S. government. Eligibility depends on your GPA, test scores, and demonstrated

Principals need a master's in school administration, a teaching license, and usually 3-5 years of classroom experience first. Here's the full path and

School principals typically need a bachelor's degree (4 years), a master's in education leadership (1-2 years), teaching experience (3-5 years), and state

Most social workers spend 4 years on a bachelor's, then 2-4 years on a master's plus supervised practice before licensure. Here's the realistic timeline

Social workers need a bachelor's (4 years) minimum, plus a master's (2-3 years) for clinical roles and licensure. Here's the education path and what each

From your first forensic science class to your first crime scene job takes about 4-6 years: bachelor's degree, training, certification exams, and landing

Forensic scientists need a bachelor's in forensic science or a related field (4 years), then law enforcement training and certifications. See the degree

Clinical psychologists train for 5-7 years minimum: 4-year bachelor's plus a 5-7 year doctoral program (PhD or PsyD), plus 1-2 years of supervised

ACT scores range from 1-36, with the 2025 national average at 20.7. A "good" score depends on your college targets: 28+ is competitive for most state

Clinical psychologists need a PhD or PsyD (5-7 years), supervised practice hours, and state licensing. Here's what each credential means and how they