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Holy Family University to Help Undergrads Return and Obtain Credentials with $1.3 Million Grant

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Participants will also receive tuition assistance, mentorship, tutorial services, technology resources, networking opportunities, and job placement assistance. FAFSA completion may be required. 1, 2021, or later; have a GPA of 2.0 or higher upon exit; and be able to complete a degree or certification by Jun.

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Report: Parents of Prospective College Students Worry about Cost and Safety

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

“Parents and caretakers are always concerned about educational costs, degree competition and job placement, and if a safe and healthy campus environment is provided for their students,” said Dr. Davida L. Problems related to the rollout of the new FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) impacted the responses of parents.

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3 considerations for prison education programs

EAB

Given the extensive barriers individuals with criminal convictions face accessing employment, these policy interventions increase the likelihood of positive workforce placement upon completion of a degree. Simply put, institutions should develop programs for incarcerated students that are broadly applicable and assist in job placement.

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Dear David 2.0: Unmasking the College Board’s Profiteering at Educators’ Expense

The Counseling Geek

A little background for anyone new or unfamiliar with The College Board The College Board, a major educational “nonprofit” organization in the United States that operates around the world, is perhaps most famously known for its administration of the SAT and Advanced Placement (AP) exams.

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Navigating the College Application Process: A Timeline for Success

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

enroll in the honors or Advanced Placement courses to strengthen your academic record. Don’t forget that the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) should open on October 1. Finally, form connections with teachers and counselors who can later provide strong letters of recommendation when the time comes.

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Use the CSS Profile for Aid From Top Colleges

College Planners of America

The FAFSA process is the best way to obtain aid from Federal and state governments, colleges, and private sources — and it’s free! The Profile is an online fee-based product of the College Board, the same nonprofit organization that administers the PSAT and SAT tests and Advanced Placement (AP) courses and exams.

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Is TikTok worth the risk? Dos and don’ts for enrollment teams

EAB

DO: Consider the cost of participation Ad spend on different social media platforms can vary widely depending on several factors such as audience demographics, ad format, ad placement, and bidding strategies. Get the insights Get more insights Are your admission practices helping or hurting the diversity of your incoming class?