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March 1, 2023
Pathways to College: 5 College Paths Besides a 4-Year Degree

“Where are you going to college?” It’s a common question that teens ask each other as college application or high school graduation seasons roll around. While many high school students are thinking about going away to four-year schools, there’s no one path to pursuing higher education and a career you’ll enjoy.

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March 1, 2023
What is the Difference Between Early Decision and Early Action?

“Early decision” and “early action” college applications allow students to do exactly what the names of the applications suggest. Students submit the early applications before “regular decision” applicants and learn whether they are accepted well before the pool of regular decision applicants.

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December 8, 2022
Where to Attend College: Pros and Cons of Out-of-State Colleges

Many students want to expand their horizons when figuring out where to hang their backpacks, and for good reason. Opportunities abound for students willing to travel. Here are some benefits of out-of-state colleges.

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December 8, 2022
The Best Extracurriculars That Colleges Want to See on Your Application

The value of extracurricular activities is a common concern among high school students (and parents) when it comes to filling out college applications. But does it really matter that much? And if so, what are the best extracurriculars for college that you should be considering? Let’s discuss!

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December 8, 2022
Entry Level Work from Home Jobs: Career Readiness for High Schoolers

Working from home is easier to do now than ever before, and an increasing number of industries are accommodating remote work requests from employees of all ages — even high school students! When you’re exploring the options of an entry-level work-from-home job, here are some things to think about and resources to help you.

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September 21, 2022
CTE Programs: 6 Benefits of Considering Trade School

Consider enrolling in a Career and Technical Education (CTE) program. Not sure what that is or if it’s right for you? Then keep reading!

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September 1, 2022
Early Decision Vs. Regular Decision: Which is Best for You?

After you’ve taken some college tours and made a list of schools and majors that are a good fit for you, the next steps will involve completing college applications. Most schools will begin accepting applications in August for the following academic year.

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September 1, 2022
Junior Year of High School Checklist: The Path to College

The senior year of high school gets all the glory. That’s when you apply and get accepted to college, decide what’s next in the journey of life, and toss that graduate cap into the air! But what happens during your junior year makes everything that happens in your senior year possible.

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September 1, 2022
Getting the Most Out of Virtual College Tours

While some colleges had virtual experiences on their website before the pandemic, nearly all of them do today! Start by using the CFNC College Search Tool to create a list of schools you’re interested in attending.

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September 1, 2022
Senior Year of High School Checklist: Apply, Accept, Enroll

Your senior year in high school is a big year on many levels because you are ending one chapter of your life and starting another. It is also the year where you will spend the most time preparing for college. As there can be a lot of factors involved in that decision, here is a checklist of things to do on the way to applying for college.