By Nate Abbott President Obama recently announced several changes to the student loan repayment plans. The plan includes provisions to lower income-based repayments on federally-subsidized student loans for low-income graduates, reduces the number of years that must elapse before loans are forgiven, and makes it easier for graduates to consolidate federal student loans. So while this is all welcome news, you may be wondering exactly what it all means. So…
By Debra Wheatman Most candidates begin their job search online; but did you know that the majority of the jobs in the United States and other countries are never advertised online? In fact, it is estimated that 85% of all available jobs are filled before they ever reach the help wanted section. By learning the secrets to finding these potential opportunities, you can unlock a treasure trove of opportunities. While…
By Noël Rozny Web Editor & Content Manager There’s plenty to think about when you’re trying to choose a college: what you want to study, what the tuition rates are, and where you can afford to move. But you also have to remember one of the most important factors in the equation: you. At the end of the day, you’re going to be the one attending school, and all of…
by Alexander Diedrick myFootpath Writing Intern News flash: college is expensive. Now pick your jaw up off the ground and keep reading. With the expense of college, most people don’t want to and/or can’t stay longer than they have to. For a bachelor’s degree, that means four years. But how can you fit all of that learning into just eight semesters? Simple: By following these five secrets. I’m going to…
By Patrick O’Connor Tell me if this sounds familiar: you’re in college working towards your career, but you feel like you’re taking classes that have nothing to do with your future interests. Or you’re working a job that helps pay for rent and tuition, but it’s not even close to your dream job. What many students don’t realize is that they can realize their dream right now by applying for…
