Neuroscience is the study of the brain and nervous system, with an emphasis on how the nervous system affects human behavior. Neuroscientists are interested in understanding how the human nervous system develops and functions throughout life, and seek to find …
October 1st marks the first day that American families can apply for student financial aid for the 2018-19 academic year. Here’s what you need to know: All US colleges require the submission of the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal …
Year after year, psychology ranks as one of the most popular college majors. Last year, close to 130,000 college students graduated with a major in psychology, second only to business. If you are thinking about majoring in psychology, here are …
According to research conducted by the National Association for College Admissions Counseling (NACAC), almost 78% of college admission officers say that an applicant’s “demonstrated interest” is considered when evaluating applications. As students apply to more colleges, admission officers find it …
In a brand-name driven society, it’s no surprise that families often turn to magazine rankings to help them find the “best” college. While college administrators may publicly dismiss rankings as meaningless, favorable rankings are often featured prominently on a school’s …
Are you interested in traveling to see how other people live, looking at National Geo-graphic, or visiting a King Tut exhibit? If so, majoring in Anthropology might be just up your alley. Anthropology is the study of people, their evolution, …
Early application plans pose a dilemma. Early Decision (ED) means that a student applies to one school, usually in November, receives a decision in December, and is then obligated to attend if accepted. Acceptance rates are higher at most schools …
You have probably heard this term a lot already. Your counselor talks about it, your parents are looking for it. What is it? What is college fit? Think of fit as a picture of college that brings four elements together …
Starting school in the fall means several things – school beginning, new classes, making friends and managing your time. Whether you are an upperclassman or a freshman, having your day and schedule run smoothly will ensure a successful school year …
If you’re a high school student (or the parent of one) sweating about college admissions, you might take heart from some news from the other side of the table. Many college admission officers are just as worried about whether you’ll …