Top Value Alabama Colleges Below you will find a list of the best value colleges in Alabama that we found to provide the best value for students. In our study, we utilized a number of data sources from the US Census Bureau to the US Department of Education coupled with student and alumni feedback to…
The most common degrees that make a billionaire We once dreamed of being millionaires, but these days that seems like pocket change to the richest people in the world, with over 2,000 people holding the title of ‘billionaire’. But what is it that makes these people so successful and what commonalities do the…
Finding the Perfect Cosmetology School for You Students interested in pursuing a career in the beauty industry will want to start by completing an internal analysis of priorities. Your priorities and goals are unique as should your choice in schooling. Start by reading our College Admissions Guide followed by our Cosmetology Career Guide and then…
What is a Career College? A career college is a higher education institution that is focused on teaching transferrable skills and industry-specific knowledge for a defined career path. A traditional associate’s degree or bachelor’s degree program, on the other hand, requires students to study core curriculum such as philosophy and creative writing regardless of your…
What is Graduate School? Graduate school is an advance study of a trade, profession, and/or academic discipline. Historically, a graduate school has been associated with an academic endeavor. Meaning students would focus on creating original works of research in a defined area of interest. Today, graduate students can also elect to pursue an advanced professional…
What is a Trade School? A trade school is a postsecondary institution that combines career-specific training with general education curriculum. Trade schools are often used interchangeably with career college, technical colleges, vocational school, vocational college, trade college, technical schools, and technical institutes. Most degree programs at a trade school can be completed within two years…
Eliminating Bullying in College Bullying and cyberbullying are serious topic with a variety of short-term and long-term implications for all parties involved. Our guide will help stakeholders understand the elements of bullying in college, process how bullying affects others, respond appropriately to bullying, and readily access resources to help others. Invest time today to understand…
Top Ranked Sites for Students Our team at MatchCollege has assembled the best student websites below. The categories are broken down by categories such as 1) education, 2) productivity, 3) entertainment, and 4) health to help you navigate the list in a more efficient manner. Find the top student sites and bookmark these pages to…
Top 10 Ways to Pay Less for College Do you know the average tuition and fees associated with attending college? For private colleges, the average tuition and fees is over $34,000 and just over $9,000 for in-state 4-year public universities. Given the financial heft involved, it’s time to make a plan to maximize your resources…
Financial Aid Award Rankings for 2018 Money is often cited as the largest barrier for students looking to enroll in college. The cost of higher education does not end with the published tuition rates. In fact, the costs associated with attending college can include fees, parking, room, board, books, laundry, telephone, and so forth. However,…