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I am a high school junior. Obviously, I’ve been looking for scholarships and financial aid for when it is time for me to go to college. Does anyone know how soon I should start applying for scholarships? I think right now is a bit early, since I wont be starting college until August 2010, but I don’t know when exactly is the right time to start applying for scholarships.

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I’ve been out of high school since 2005. I want to go back to school to become a teacher.

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Finishing a college degree could definitely help a person secure employment, retain and even get promoted in his current job.  However, for some older employees going back to school can be a bit awkward and at the same time difficult.  There are many responsibilities, like family and work which could serve as a problem when trying to finish a degree.  This is when getting an online college degree becomes an option.

Online college education is more flexible, allowing students to squeeze together time for family, work and studies.  Online students would eventually learn valuable time management methods and develop self-learning strategies.  However, the internet offers a lot of online college websites and online courses.  It could be overwhelming.    How do you start?  

Here are some easy steps that you could do to get started with your degree.

Step1.  Identify what kind of online degree program you are interested it.  There are schools that would offer associate and bachelor degrees.  There are also other online colleges offering degree programs in Master’s and Doctorate.  You could start by identifying what kind of post-secondary education or higher education you are after.  

Step 2.  To narrow things, also identify what field you will be specializing in.  There are surveys showing that main interests in online education would be in the field of business, healthcare, education and engineering.  

Step3.  After identifying what degree program you want, you could start with looking for schools.  There are different online schools and universities. Determine which online colleges and universities are offering your field.  When looking for schools, remember to check its accreditation.  Accrediting agencies like U.S. Department of Education and Council for Higher Education Accreditation are granting certificates to those institution that they have evaluated and passed their standards.

Step4.  You could have a few online colleges listed on your choices, you could narrow it down by looking on their fees, if they are offering any kind of financial aid,  alumni success rate and reputation.  It is better to call the college hotlines or offices to inquire about their programs and cost. Also, there are some online colleges that would still require face-to-face sessions between teacher and students.  

Step5.  You would have to secure forms from the online college and complete it. They would usually require your high school transcript of grades to be submitted along with the form.  If applying for financial aid, communicate or talk with school’s appointed person that will handle such affairs.  They would usually require additional paperwork for those applying for financial assistance.

Step6.  After enrolling, check the class schedule.  Some online college degrees would use asynchronous classes. With this kind of classes, students and instructors don’t have to be online at the same time to work on the course works.  Instructors would usually provide details and let their students work on it on their own time.  While there are also synchronous classes which would require students to be online on a specific period of time to conduct online discussions through teleconferencing, video conferencing or chatting

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When a person becomes unemployed, the search begins for a job they can find related to their field of experience. As desperation ensues many people start to look at fast food and factory work as an option. They will apply to as many as possible, hoping for a job. This happens too when a person has a college degree but can’t find a job.

It gets even more serious when money is dwindling and there is still no job to get excited about. The longer the unemployment, the more stress sets in. The person is searching in the local newspaper or even on the Internet through hundreds of job listings. With so many to sift through and so many to apply, should you apply for all in your area? Many people, when desperate enough, do this practice. But is this really the best thing to do?

Before sending off your resume, there are several factors that need to be taken into account.

1. Work related experience, education and training

One of the first and foremost important of all other tips is making sure that any job you apply for has a common theme with your background. Basically, it boils down to the type of degree a person is holding onto. If a person has an English degree, they shouldn’t be applying as a nurse to pay the bills. These two jobs have no common similarities. Making a list of jobs interested in and in the general area. Important: Try to remember that when you apply for all open positions in the immediate area, it doesn’t mean you are qualified for some of them.

2. Location of said positions.

If a person is content where they are living, a local newspaper would be more helpful in the job

search. Again, unless you don’t mind commuting, it’s best to remain searching locally or in the immediate area. Unless a person doesn’t mind relocating, then Internet searches will and do work. With the Internet boom, tons of career orientated search websites have become available. One of the most important tips is never take an interview when they know relocation is not an option.

3. How badly do you need a job.

If a person is in dire straights and unable to receive unemployment benefits, it might be wise to increase the job search applications. This is especially true if the bills seem to be piling up or the family is in need of support. Submit applications to jobs that you are only qualified to do.

4. Repeatedly bombarding a company with applications

People should not constantly barrage a company with applications especially those that they are
not qualified to do. This leaves a lasting impression that can reflect upon a person poorly. It is
harmful to the person’s reputation and their good name. This can be especially true for those jobs
a person is not qualified for in the first place.

A person’s best judgment should always be used when considering how many jobs to apply for. With
the points mentioned above, one can determine if applying for too many or too little will help in
the long run.

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Hey guys, I’m a junior in high school this year.
I just came here for about a year,
and I’m still in ESOL( English for Speakers of Other Languages) program.
I’ve already taken the ACT and SAT once,
Here’s my scores:
ACT:
English – 13
Math – 30
Reading – 19
Science – 23
(I didn’t take the writing part, and my composite score is 21.25)
SAT
English – 300
Math – 630
Writing – 330

Obviously, my Math is much better than my English.
I have already asked my counselor; does college accept this kind of scores?
I mean where I want to go is not a community college,
I want to go to an University( I wanna go to University of West Florida)
Her answer was “yes”, they accept the students like me.
my friend, she got a composite score 23 on ACT,
and she told me that I have to have at least 18 on each subject..(ACT)
And what she said is totally different from what my counselor has told me..
Could you all please help me to figure out this problem …?
Thanks a lot!!
My GPA is 3.60

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There are $10,000 Applying Scholarships you can apply for and it’s quick and easy to do.  We have made your search a bit easier by listing a few of these Applying Scholarships you can apply for.  Find more scholarships that fit your needs by also doing your own research.

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There is a free $10,000 scholarship drawing that occurs every month at Scholarship Zone.  To qualify for the drawing, you simply need to be a U.S. resident and be 18 years of age or older.  To enter the scholarship giveaway, go ahead and fill out the simple registration form on their site.  There is a winner every month but if you want to win you need to register before the next deadline.

The Sam Walton Community Scholarship should be another scholarship you should look at to see if you qualify.  Eligible graduating high school seniors can win $3000 for their education.  To be eligible, applicants will need to prove financial need and have a 22 on the ACT.  

Eligible students can also apply for one of six scholarships at Arkansas Tech.  Both associates and their dependents can apply for this $3,000 scholarship.  You need to demonstrate outstanding leadership skills and academic excellence.

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Again, keep in mind that the more scholarships you apply for the better chances you will have of actually getting scholarship money.  Remember, apply for as many as you can so you can improve your chances of more money.

A good idea to implement in your scholarship search is to find all the scholarships you qualify for, obviously, and actually apply for them all.  Be sure to describe what your strengths are, and also your weaknesses but in a way that shows how you’ve managed to get through struggling times and how you’ve changed as a person due to those experiences.

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I am applying for college and I was wondering if someone could possibly help me? I am really bad at grammar and English and I had to state the reason why I was applying to the specific college and I did. I was just wondering if someone could tell me what I needed to fix, it is just a real short paragragh. Thank you so much if you can help, I really appreciate it. I can’t get a hold of anyone who can do it for me.

Thiel College is not only the perfectly sized college for my needs, it is also a private Liberal Arts college, which is exactly what I am looking for. The college fits my academic necessities, such as its defined chemistry program, wireless campus, and the opportunity to buy inexpensive books. I was also very impressed by the friendly atmosphere I encountered during my visit to Thiel, and the college itself was very well taken care of, to say the least. All in all, Thiel was a wonderful experience and is a college that I will be looking into further.

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The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is used in determining eligibility for all federal grants, loans, work study programs, and other methods of financial aid. You can find and download the application online at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov. You can also get a copy of the application from the financial aid office of the university or college you are hoping to attend, or your high school guidance counselor’s office. It is recommended that you apply online as any problems or inconsistencies should be noticed and (hopefully) resolved immediately, rather than waiting for days and sometimes weeks for the problems to be handled through regular mail services.

You will need to fill out a second application in order to apply for a student loan. That application is generally available through the financial aid office of the university the student will be attending. There are two types of student loans, subsidized and unsubsidized. A subsidized student loan is based on financial need. An unsubsidized student loan is not need based and interest begins to accrue immediately.

Once you’ve been awarded a federal loan, you must attend an entrance counseling session that lasts about 30 minutes. Session includes information on budgeting for repayment and the borrower’s responsibility to repay the loan. This is required and the money will not be credited to your student account until you have completed the entrance counseling.

You must also complete exit counseling before graduating or leaving school. The exit interview is meant to remind you of your obligation to repay the loan in addition to setting up your repayment schedule, along with the proper way to obtain a deferment should that become necessary.

Important things to keep in mind:

1) Most schools have priority deadlines for applying and receiving the maximum possible award. Make sure that you have all papers filed and in order prior to the deadline for application.

2) Applying online is the preferred method for applications because any mistakes should show up immediately. When you apply online you have access to various tools, such as spell check, and other online resources.

3) File your taxes early in order to complete your application early. The earlier you complete all of the necessary paperwork the better your options of getting the maximum award available to you.

4) Respond to all requests for further information immediately. Failure to do so will prevent the school from moving forward in the process of awarding financial aid.

5) Keep copies of every piece of correspondence and every necessary record.

6) Make sure that all paperwork is not only filled out accurately, but completely as well. Incomplete applications cause unnecessary delays.

The university is also a great resource for information and guidance in the application process. Make an appointment with a financial aid counselor at the university or college. Be sure to bring all relative paperwork (financial documents, tax returns, etc.) to the interview with you. If you’re still in high school, your guidance counselor can also help you with the necessary paperwork. Take your time filling out the application and make sure you attach all of the requested material.

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apply to colleges when youre ready or apply to all of the college you want to go at once? i havent really started applying but im planning on applying to brooklyn college. can i just apply to that one and come back to the site when im ready to apply for the other colleges?

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