It’s very clear that the computer and the Internet are revolutionizing almost everything that we do. From shopping to entertainment, newsgathering and dissemination, and on to education, almost all of the services and things we used to be able to do only in “real life” we now are able to do virtually. There is a … learn more→

Adventurers and nature enthusiasts sometimes avoid college. Let’s face it – the hallowed halls of higher education don’t exactly seem conducive to a life lived outdoors. However, gone are the days of stuffy, run-of-the mill classes and boring majors. Especially with the invention of online degrees. College shouldn’t compromise your relationship with nature, and it … learn more→

A decade or so ago, most of us were just beginning our Internet journey, marveling at the ability to access all kinds of content and information at the touch of a fingertip. … learn more→

Last week, we reported on the College Completion Agenda and the dismal rate of progress being made regarding progress in improving graduation rates utilizing a set of recommendations recommended by the College Board Advocacy and Policy Center Advisory Board. This week, we’re going to look at the Board’s findings regarding college affordability.  Although the economic … learn more→

Recently, members of the College Board Advocacy and Policy Center completed a progress report in conjunction with the College Completion Agenda Advisory Committee detailing the recommendations needed to reach an unprecedented educational goal. … learn more→

Guess what? Your computer keyboard is dirtier than your toilet seat. … learn more→

You’re ready to start tapping away on your keypad. You are excited to share with the college admissions staff your amazing attributes, your incredible GPA, your blow-them-out-of-the-water SAT scores, your passion for healthcare education, and the challenges you’ve hurdled to get to where you are today. Inspiring! Just be sure to keep your persuasiveness to 500 words or less. … learn more→

Online colleges are getting a boost from an unconventional source: amateur athletes competing at the highest levels who want to continue their educational opportunities while pursuing their sporting aspirations. … learn more→

The state of Florida has had a prepaid college plan in place for its citizens since 1987.  It has been a model for other states in years past, and for many years was considered a bargain, because parents (or grandparents) could “lock in” tuition rates of today for their kids going to school in the … learn more→

Maybe you showed up to campus to discover two mascots running around and for a split second you expected to hear “Oh barnacles!” from the short square one. Nope, it’s not Sponge Bob. It’s most likely you encountered the hero, Textbook Rebel, and his evil counterpart Mr.$200 Textbook. These two characters have rapidly attained legendary … learn more→