Without guidance, transitioning from high school to your first year of college can feel like a complicated experience. There’s no doubt that a bachelor’s degree is becoming more of a necessity in the job market with each passing year, but getting accustomed to new schedules, peers, and academic expectations can prove to be a challenge for college freshmen. Fortunately, when armed with freshman advice and information about available resources, this transition can be made as smoothly as possible. If you’re a high school senior or recent graduate, the following guide can help you as you begin college. It features advice regarding choosing […]

When you’re busy applying for college and preparing to earn your bachelor’s degree, it’s easy to let student health insurance take a backseat. Yet the truth is student health, or lack thereof, can mean the difference between graduating or dropping out. If something unexpected happens such as a car accident or natural disaster, you’ll need an insurance safety net to avoid healthcare debt. This guide will give you a complete rundown on college student health insurance. Here, you’ll learn how the Affordable Care Act relates to you, how to interpret important health insurance jargon, your options for coverage, student health […]

The internet is a defining factor of modern education. In fact, education has become more accessible and widespread than ever before because of the internet. From using digital textbooks to earning a degree online, more classroom functions and student experiences are moving into cyberspace — including, unfortunately, bullying. Despite all the good that the internet has brought to students, parents, and teachers alike, there are people who use it with malicious intent. And just as bullying has existed since the dawn of time, virtual bullying has existed since the beginning of the internet. This guide on what cyberbullying is from […]

Starting college requires a shift in priorities, and coping with mental health issues can be a challenge. When it comes to managing day-to-day life while attending college online, students need to prioritize their well-being. This means adopting healthy habits, avoiding stress-inducing activities, and communicating with others about how they’re feeling. Anxiety has become a serious challenge for people of all ages and backgrounds, and college students are no exception. This guide will help you examine your concerns, determine where you can get a mental health screening, and learn how to access additional resources. Times of transition demand that individuals learn how […]

Choosing to attend graduate school is an important step for your future, academically, professionally, and personally. Obtaining an advanced degree can enrich your life with new opportunities, open up different career options, and allow you to grow as a person. However, going to grad school shouldn’t be taken lightly. It is a big decision that will affect many aspects of your life. Graduate school takes a lot of time and effort before you can even start applying. But if you are serious about attending, you can ensure a successful experience by preparing carefully each step of the way. Whether you’re […]

Finding the right school is important for every prospective student, but those who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning, or queer and other sexual identities (LGBTQ+) face further challenges when choosing a college. In addition to obstacles that all students face, like researching different majors and obtaining financial aid, students who are LGBTQ+ benefit from finding a school with a community that is accepting of their identity and supportive of their unique needs. Whether you need help navigating the college application process from start to finish or are looking for solutions and resources to a specific problem, this guide […]

Academic research has seen a lot of changes in the past couple decades. Many students don’t have the know-how to find reputable, academic research topics and sources. Next to figuring out how to pay for college, learning how to conduct effective online research is one of the biggest hurdles for undergraduate students. If you find yourself in this situation, this research guide by Maryville University can help you find the student resources needed to succeed. Those looking for strategies for finding information online, properly citing sources, searching for authoritative research, or evaluating sources to determine if they are suitable for […]