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Learn about discounts for college students at Amazon, Nike, New Balance, Adidas, Reebok, Samsung, Apple, Microsoft, Muji, Mattress Firm, Peacock Premium, Hulu, Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal, Pandora, DoorDash, and HelloFresh. …
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Shaun Connolly
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Learn about options for college students considering a different path, including taking a career assessment to find a field of interest, gaining a trade certification from a community college, and taking a gap year.…
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Jan Marie Combs
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Learn how many colleges to apply to, how to write the college essay, when college applications are due, how to create a resume, how to find colleges with no application fees, and when to apply for college. …
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Meredith Clement
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Assistance to students includes help if a student withdraws from college due to COVID, suspension of payments and interest on Federal Direct Student Loans and FFELP Loans, and suspension of wage garnishment. …
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Meredith Clement
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Learn about Curry College's Program for Advancement of Learning, Dean College's Arch Learning Community, and Westfield State's Learning Disabilities Program. …
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Mary Rubenis
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Tips include setting up your space, scheduling study time, planning meals, connecting with others, and engaging with professors. …
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Meredith Clement
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A student who just finished her freshman year gives social, logistical, roommate, and mindset advice. …
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Alison Rutyna
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Differences include size, the inclusion of smaller colleges, types of degrees, and programs offered. …
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Lauren Danz
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Reduce costs by taking Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) courses, utilizing the College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) or Prometric's DSST exams, registering for classes as soon as possible, and thinking carefully before changing your major. …
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Tips for graduating on time include starting with a plan, not panicking, speaking up, considering finances, thinking before changing majors, and being smart about study abroad. …
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Ajea Stupart
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