by I'm First Administrator | February 9, 2017
This article is published in the 2017 I’m First Guide to College By Bob Giannino-Racine Congratulations, you’ve been accepted to college! Now comes the hard part of figuring out how much college is going to cost and how to pay for it. Following are some tips to help...
by I'm First Administrator | February 9, 2017
This article is published in the 2017 I’m First Guide to College There are many different types of loans, both for students and for parents to take on behalf of their student. Read on for the basics. Federal Student Loans Perkins Loans Perkins Loans are need-based...
by I'm First Administrator | February 9, 2017
This article is published in the 2017 I’m First Guide to College The following free websites allow you to search for scholarships offering millions of dollars to help you pay for college. You’ll find a range of different scholarships; find the ones that suit you best...
by I'm First Administrator | February 9, 2017
This article is published in the 2017 I’m First Guide to College By Amy Weinstein Did you know scholarships can help you pay for your college education? In fact, the more scholarship money you get, the less you will have to borrow to pay for tuition, room and board,...
by I'm First Administrator | February 8, 2017
This article is published in the 2017 I’m First Guide to College Now that you know what the personal statement is and what you can write on, it’s time to start planning your essay. Easier said than done, right? Follow these steps to get started: 1. Pick your prompt:...
by I'm First Administrator | February 8, 2017
This article is published in the 2017 I’m First Guide to College DO: • Analyze the prompt and rewrite it in your own words before beginning your essay • Begin with a strong “hook” to pull your reader into your essay • Write about a subject you are passionate about •...
