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This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. Your GPA Matters When reviewing applications, one of the first things colleges look for is a student's grade-point average (GPA).  In some schools, this is calculated on a...

This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. Six Steps Toward Effective Time Management Know What You Have To Do For some people, this includes making a daily list of activities, tasks and assignment due dates. You can...

This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. Big changes like switching majors or transferring schools can feel very scary. The last thing you want is to learn that you'll need another semester (or two) of course work...

This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. Choosing your college major may seem overwhelming when faced with so many academic offerings, but picking your major should ultimately feel instinctive: what subject are you...

This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. Meeting with an adviser is essential, but there are things you can do to make the process of registering for classes a lot easier. For one, it helps to know what the...

This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. Perhaps one of the best things you can do to ensure post-college success is complete an internship while pursuing your undergraduate degree. Internships provide a great...

This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. So what else can you expect as you start your college journey? Culture Shock Many first-generation college students are initially shocked by the social and economic...

This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. Going to college is a life-changing experience for most students. But for first-generation college students, the transition can be even more difficult. Unlike many other...

This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. What type of college works best for you? That's one of the critical questions you should ask yourself as you begin your hunt for the college of your dreams. Where to begin?...

This article was originally written for FirstGenerationStudent.com, now a part of ImFirst.org. With college costs skyrocketing, making sure you have the right degree targeted isn't a luxury. It's a necessity. That's why it's critical to know about the various types of...