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Growing up, deferred: college grads without jobs
March 15, 2012High unemployment has taken a heavy toll on young adults age 18-34. Many have taken jobs that don't adequately use their skills, and they agree it is harder to achieve the same financial goals as their parents. However, the American Dream still lives on.
Is your Facebook profile scaring away employers?
March 15, 2012If you're looking for a job, look at your Facebook profile first. It may tell potential employers something that you don't want it to.
Life after college rejection: How to stay on course for your future
March 15, 2012You've been rejected by your dream school! Instead of throwing in the towel, learn how you can come back stronger and prove you have what it takes to get through school.
Cool Job: Travel writer's career is going places
March 12, 2012Being a travel writer sounds like a dream job. And it is. But as with any career, there are pros and cons to working as a travel writer. Learn more about this cool job.
Ditch class: 5 ways to earn credit outside the classroom
March 8, 2012You may not even need to step into the classroom. Here are 5 alternative ways to earn college credits.
Countdown to the SAT: Expert tips for test day success
March 7, 2012The SAT can make or break some college dreams. Find out what the experts say about SAT test prep and how to get ready for the big day.
50 best college admissions blogs
March 1, 2012Is college in your future? College admissions blogs keep you up to date with the latest news as well as provide insider tips to help you sail through the application process. Here are 50 of the best blogs to help you stay on top of the trends.
Meet the movers and shakers: 50 online influencers in K-12 and higher education
March 1, 2012Find out what the Top 50 online influencers in education are thinking. Our comprehensive list puts you in contact with publications, blogs and Twitter accounts used by politicians, educators, policy makers and parents.
What's new? Your career, with retraining
February 23, 2012Is retraining for a new career worth the time and effort? It depends. Learn more about retraining for a new career.
Digital textbooks: Are they a solution or a distraction?
February 16, 2012Do the benefits of digital textbooks outweigh the e-strings attached? Consider the pros and cons before deciding to switch over.
The 'best' companies to work for: Is yours on the list?
February 14, 2012What makes a company great? How they treat their employees certainly makes a difference. Learn which companies treat their employees the best.
50 top apps for test prep
February 13, 2012Check out these cool apps -- many of them low-cost or free -- and prepare for the SAT, ACT, GMAT, LSAT and more.
The MBA: A top choice for 2012?
February 9, 2012A year-end poll of employers finds that students with MBA degrees are more likely to get hired than less-credentialed job applicants. Furthermore, many MBA graduates landing jobs in 2012 might see higher wages than were offered in 2011.
Education trend: More women than men returning to school
February 7, 2012More women are leaving work to return to school, recent studies confirm. What's behind the move back into education, and what can working women do to become a part of the trend?
Fight the fear of financing: Understanding student loans
February 3, 2012Federal student loans and private student loans have similarities and differences. Learn what they are so you can make an informed decision about which loan might be best for you.
