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The most popular places to get an English degree and how much it will cost. Photo: Thinkstock Colleges with English departments certainly aren’t sparse. No matter what school you choose to attend, chances are it’ll have a solid literature department. With so many options, sorting the good from the bad can be a challenge. If […]

Tips for choosing your path through community college Photo: Thinkstock You’ve made the decision to enroll in a community college and get your A.A. degree. But maybe your post-graduation goals aren’t crystal clear. There are certain steps you can take to figure out what path is right for you without wasting time and money. Some

Great weather and colleges at reasonable prices make Florida every student’s dream. With sunny skies and warm weather almost year-round, Florida’s college campuses are exceptionally beautiful and full of active students. From community colleges with great credentials to a number of different public research universities, there’s a college for everyone in the Sunshine State. Members of both the Backstreet

What you should consider before you submit your college application or accept an offer of enrollment. Photo: ThinkStock Choosing a college is a big decision. There are many aspects of the college to consider and how they relate to your personal preferences. And, it’s easy to get caught up in certain aspects of a school

What to expect as you apply to a culinary arts program. Ever dreamed about taking the title on Top Chef? Culinary schools are the perfect place for chefs-in-training to gain hands-on experience and develop new skills. Students can immerse themselves in the history of different cuisines while browning beef and rolling dough. However, you’ve got

How to survive college life as an adult learner. Photo: Thinkstock For adult students, returning to college can be intimidating. Aside from the worries of an intense workload and balancing studies with family life, many adults find it difficult to imagine fitting in with younger students. Colleges and universities understand the unique dynamic of being

Explore how sororities and fraternities get new members through rush and pledges. Photo: Thinkstock You’ve decided to become a part of Greek life — congratulations! There’s just one crucial step between you and your new Greek brothers or sisters: rush. The fraternity or sorority rush process may seem complicated at first, but it’s really not

Tips to help you breeze through art school applications. Applying to art school might sound like it requires a lot more work than applying to a liberal arts college. Yet art schools come in a variety of forms — and so do their applications. No matter what type of art institution you’re aiming for, art

Find out if the common application can simplify your application process. The Common Application is an online college application that can be submitted to more than 456 colleges and universities in place of the school’s individual application. To find the college that’s right for you, you’ll want to apply to a range of schools and

Learn about how student-to-faculty ratios differ among colleges, and how to find the right match for you. Photo: Wikimedia.org The term “student-to-faculty ratio” refers to how many students are enrolled at a school compared to how many faculty members have been hired. For example, if a school’s student-to-faculty ratio is ten to one, there are ten