Besides the price, perhaps the best thing about attending a community college are the entrance requirements. Besides using a test score to make sure you don't need more basic general education classes, open admissions takes all of the nerves of the 'getting accepted' phenomenon.


When you register, make sure you complete all necessary paperwork. Diplomas, personal information, and other related paperwork will be required for you to attend. Ensure you are aware of all semester/period registration dates. Missing these dates to enter your first classes could create a number of problems.

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After you have made up your mind to step into a skilled trade career, you should have all the essential information you’ll need to prepare for this career.

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For a few years now, the saying that admissions officers were looking at prospective students’ Facebook profiles was merely an urban legend. But now, a new study claims that this so-called rumor is actually a reality. And it’s more common than you would think.

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A decade ago, few of us knew much about identity theft. And victims of ID theft had few resources available to them for support. Today, ID theft is a growing concern, and a number of organizations have emerged offering protection from ID theft and guidance for victims who need to clear their name.


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Algebra I (in eighth grade) and Geometry (in ninth grade) or other challenging math courses that expect students to master the essentials of these subjects. Algebra and geometry form the foundation for the advanced math and science courses colleges want their students to take, and give students the skills they need to succeed on college entrance exams, in college math classes, and in their future careers.


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You've graduated from high school, but are you ready for college? We review what you'll need to get into a college and what skills you'll need to succeed.


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Colleges all over the country are seeing a rise in applications for federal financial aid. In 2008, more than a million more students applied for financial aid, marking a 10.5% increase from 2007. In the first quarter of 2009, applications for financial aid are up 20.8% as compared with the first quarter of 2008. Not only are more students applying for financial aid, but more students are qualifying for need-based aid.


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Exams are a difficult time for everyone, especially people who are new to adult learning (see ‘Coping with Exams’), but one of the best ways to take the stress out of the exams is to prepare properly. Here are a few hints and tips to make the whole process as stress-free as possible.

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Here are a few things to keep in mind when you're choosing where to go to school.

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If you're a college student, you know this situation. The semester is wrapping up and you want to sell back your textbooks for some cash. The campus has booths set up all over the place saying "Sell Your Books Here." Or you go to the school bookstore. They promise to put some money back in your pocket, and hey, who has a problem with that?

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