Louisa, Virginia

How to acutually study from a textbook?
I can never remember everything that I have read. #College

Motivational tips to keep me motivated.
I loved school but since I've been in college I am always tired and have no motivation to do the best that I can. #college

Do I have a realistic chance of making Notre Dame with the following credentials: 4.3 weighted GPA, 1450 SAT score, NHS member, founder of a volunteer program at my high school, varsity cross country runner and wrestler, no trouble in a year and a half?
I have wanted to go to Notre Dame since I was a young boy. I understand that I may not have given enough information, but I want to have a better rough understanding of my chances of getting into Notre Dame. I think that I have about a 1/3 chance of making it. #college #college-admissions...

Is it worth going to my dream school if it costs significantly more than an acedemically comparable school?
I am a high school junior, and I am unsure of if I should choose my dream school (Notre Dame) over a school that is about as good but less expensive. I obviously have not applied to any schools yet, but I am trying to prepare for when I do. #college #financial-aid #choosing-a-college #colleges...

How can I prepare for college and living away from my parents?
I am one of the only people in my family, the first child, to go to college. We do not know what to expect. How can I start preparing for this change that is about to occur? This will also be the first time I am going to be away from my parents; I will be living in a dorm. How can I get...

How do I enjoy college while also getting a higher education?
I am bowling in college, but I am also going to become a math teacher after college. I want to enjoy college, but it will be busy. I would like to know how to do both at the same time. #college #time-management #teaching

What are some ways to get more scholarship money?
I've seen some scholarships online for Juniors, but not as much. Are there any other websites that offer a lot of scholarships? If not what are ways or programs that offer scholarship money?
#scholarships #college-funding #college

What should I take to college?
I have an addiction to fashion--any new shoes, clothes, accessories, everything! I know I can't bring everything to college, so what are some basic essentials to bring? Maybe an extension cord; of course a mini fridge--what else?
#collegefreshman #newbie #collegeessentials

What's the best way to pay for college?
College is unnecessarily expensive. All students are encouraged to go, but are never advised on how to pay for college. What is the best way people have found to be able to afford college and pay off student loans?
#broke #collegefunds

What are things to add to your resume or application to make you stand out to colleges?
I work and I heard my counselor say that is something that a lot of colleges don't see anymore. They see a lot of impressive writing camps and things like that to make them stand out, but I just want to know what makes you really stand out to colleges when they are looking through your...

What is the best to take notes during a lecture if you are more of a Kinesthetic Learner?
I am in a couple of lecture classes, but because I am still in High School, the teachers still tend to hold our hands a little bit with it. I feel like the level of intensity will change once I am in college and I would like to know how to be better prepared with it also considering the fact...

What are the benefits of scholarships over loans?
I qualify for many scholarships and loans, but which ones should I focus on? #scholarships #loans #financial-aid #college

What is the benefit of debit cards over credit cards in college?
I am going to be entering college soon and need to pay for things without carrying cash, should I use debit or credit? #financial-planning #finance #credit-cards #banking #college

What are some tips to stay organized during freshman year of college?
I will be a freshman in college next year, and I don't want to become overwhelmed and begin to be unorganized. #ncat #biology #freshman

How should I approach Job Hunting for a future career?
I'm asking for some insight on a few things. I'm interested in computers, pulling them apart, putting them together, testing for issues and solving them as well as looking for better options for future sustainability. I'm in-between jobs at the moment and have no prior experience other than...
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