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Do you know the recent changes in Pell Eligibility/FAFSA?

Catch up with the most recent updates here to make sure you know the new eligibility rules and what to expect when you file your FAFSA.

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How to Answer: ‘Tell Me About Yourself’

Interviews often begin with one question that sets the tone for everything that follows. In fact, 93% of hiring managers ask candidates “Tell me about yourself”, making it the most common interview question.

That means your answer is not just …

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Top 10 glamorous manufacturing jobs for students, recent grads, and others early in their careers

The manufacturing sector, traditionally viewed as industrial and hands-on, has evolved to include roles that are not only innovative but also carry an element of glamour. For students, recent graduates, and early-career individuals, there are several manufacturing positions that can …

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Jobs for students, grads that are least likely to be negatively impacted by AI

The Class of 2026 is stepping into a job market that looks radically different from the one their older siblings or even recent mentors entered just a few years ago. There’s a persistent, buzzing anxiety in every dorm room and …

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Information Technology Degrees Cover Many Specialties

Information Technology degrees, or IT degrees are very popular for an excellent reason: the demand has never been stronger for individuals to keep today’s complex computer networks up and running. What many people don’t realize is that as the IT …

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