The World’s Coolest University Dorm
This place puts all other dorms to shame. Tietgen Student Hall is a large circular dormitory with a massive interior courtyard in Copenhagen, Denmark.
(Source: BuzzFeed)
Americans Would Rather Save for Vacation Than Kids’ College
Despite the economic slowdown, more Americans are saving up for a new car or big vacation than putting money away for their kids’ college education, according to a survey released this week by America’s financial planners.
(Source: cnbc.com)
Private College Can be the Cheaper Option
“To reduce possible student loan debt, you might think the best choice is to go to the college with the cheapest sticker price, namely a state school or community college. I would encourage you to dig a little deeper. For example, thanks to the support of dedicated donors, many private colleges and universities can offer institutional aid to reduce the cost of your education, bringing the cost of a private education equal to or less than that of a public institution.”
(Source: cheapscholar.org)
The Top Majors For The Class of 2022
Forbes.com recently published an article on the best college majors for students in the class of 2022. These majors include:
Math
Robotics
Agricultural Engineering
Hospitality Management
Health and Biotechnology
Pre-Law, with a focus on Elder Law
Quantum Engineering
3-D Printing Design
Liberal Arts
Aerospace Engineering
(Source: forbes.com)
8-year College Student … A Really Great Kid!
Here’s a video of my most impressive student!
(Source: youtube.com)
The Student Résumé – Why It’s Important To Have One
Rising high school sophomores, juniors and seniors should be involved in activities this summer and next academic year with the intent to build their student résumé for college admission. The competition for college admission is incredibly tough and college-bound students should seize every possible opportunity to put themselves ahead of other student applicants. One way to get noticed by college admission officers and to take the lead for available admission slots is to create a professional student résumé.
Students who create a résumé show they are willing to go beyond the required application materials to demonstrate the initiative that college admission officers like to see. Résumés allow students to present themselves in the best possible manner; they can emphasize their strengths, highlight accomplishments, and present information in the order that best shows their college potential and overall personality. On college applications, students are forced to complete information as it is displayed on the application form, while résumés give the freedom to present accomplishments as best suits the student and to better shine in the eyes of college admission officers.
Students - there are numerous ways to effectively use your student résumé beyond simply including it with college applications. For example, during campus visits when you meet with college professors who teach classes in your major, provide a copy of your résumé for their consideration of you as a prospective student entering their department next year. This typically creates a tremendous, “Wow factor”, which usually results in professors becoming advocates for your admission. In addition, scholarship applications are greatly enhanced by including a profession-looking résumé and doing so will increase your odds of winning the award.
In addition, you should provide a copy of your student résumé to each adult writing recommendations of your behalf. This way they can write outstanding recommendations by using some important details shown on your résumé.
Creating a great student résumé demonstrates your drive and enthusiasm to college representatives and scholarship sponsors. A well-written résumé creates the advantage you may need to gain admission to your college of choice and to win significant scholarships.
Take the time to create a detailed student résumé this summer; it will be worth the effort.
Schools Praise Diversity But Have Become Culturally Homogeneous
Some colleges are lowering the admissions requirements just so they can admit a decent number of men. Even so, men make up just over 40 percent of college students. Two million fewer men graduated from college over the past decade than women. The performance gap in graduate school is even higher.
(Source: The New York Times)
Use the Summer Months to Your Advantage
College-bound high school students should use the summer months ahead to build their qualifications and become the kind of student most sought after by college admission officers. Students should engage in the “right” activities to build their résumé and enhance their student qualifications.
College Pre-Enrollment Steps
College-bound students and parents - Here’s what to do next to prepare for enrolling into college in coming fall. Include very handy list of tasks to complete.
