Find out what it takes to get on your school’s academic honor roll. Photo: Thinkstock In high school, a student who excels in her studies is put on the honor roll or high honor roll. At college, students who receive high marks are put on the dean’s list. Earning good enough marks to get on […]

Consider one of these five colleges if you’re a Californian looking to transfer from a two-year school to a four-year university. Photo: Foothill.edu If you’re considering attending a community college in hopes of ultimately graduating from a four-year university, it’s important to choose a school that’s known for helping its students successfully transfer. Check out these

There’s a big difference between public and private colleges – from price to amenities – find out which is best for you. Deciding between a private and a public college is an personal choice. There are prestigious institutions in both groups. The main difference between public and private colleges is cost. Private colleges are more

Art school can be expensive, so make sure you’re ready to handle the cost. Photo: Thinkstock Getting a degree in the arts can help you stand out among the crowd of other wannabe artists. However, that degree may come at a steep price. In fact, many art schools are among the most expensive colleges in

Find out more about first-year seminars and how they ease the freshman transition. For many students, the transition from high school to college can be an intense and challenging one. The freshman seminar is a way to get students used to the pressure of college life and the demanding nature of many classes. Make sure

Learn more about which schools require physical education classes as graduation requirements. We all have memories of physical education in high school. The athletes among us might remember nothing but good things about mandatory swimming, basketball and climbing up ropes. The rest of us might dread the thought of ever doing a push-up again. Still,

Preparing for college by learning some pitfalls to avoid your freshman year. Remember that your GPA means a lot when it comes to college admissions. The road to college really starts your freshman year. You’ll stay ahead of the pack if you avoid these common mistakes freshmen make. Not all freshmen make these mistakes, but

These popular two-year colleges throughout the country offer an excellent education for a very affordable price. Community colleges make up a large part of the higher education system in the U.S. With so many different two-year colleges in each state, it can be difficult to sort through their differences and find their strengths. Though some states

How to start preparing for college in your sophomore year of high school. The countdown to college has begun. The primary focuses of your sophomore year should be: keeping your grade point average up (What is a GPA?), getting involved in extracurricular activities and preparing to take standardized tests like the SAT or the ACT.

High school dances are common, but are there colleges and universities that have school dances as well? Homecoming, winter balls, spring flings and the prom are among the most fun events in high school. As high school comes to an end, you might be wondering if you’ll be able to go to dances in college.