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Best college for me quiz

Posted on March 10, 2020June 2, 2020 by kissebes@bluffton.edu
Tips to selecting the best college for you

Whether you are just starting your college search process or maybe it’s time to narrow your choice to the one school that fits you best, here are nine tips to finding the best college for you.

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Should I transfer to a new college?

Posted on February 24, 2020June 2, 2020 by kissebes@bluffton.edu
Should I transfer to a new college?

Not everyone chooses the best fit when they start college. Communication and planning ahead are key when transferring to a new college.

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What is a merit-based scholarship?

Posted on January 28, 2020June 2, 2020 by kissebes@bluffton.edu
Bluffton students walking on campus

The bottom line for earning and retaining this type of scholarship is to make sure that you have good grades and tests scores. Merit-based scholarships are great because you do not need to pay them back at the conclusion of your college career.

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How does financial aid work for college?

Posted on January 13, 2020June 2, 2020 by kissebes@bluffton.edu
How does financial aid work for college

There are a lot of factors that come into play when you are deciding how to pay for your college education. We have broken down some of the most common ways to receive financial aid for college.

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What are the benefits of residential living?

Posted on November 19, 2019June 2, 2020 by kissebes@bluffton.edu
The benefits of residential living

After choosing your future college the next step is usually deciding whether or not to live on campus. There are many benefits to residential living.

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What is a liberal arts education?

Posted on November 6, 2019June 2, 2020 by kissebes@bluffton.edu

A liberal arts education has nothing to do with which direction you lean politically. It is not centered around the fine arts. Instead it provides knowledge and opportunities that can be applied to your everyday life.

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When should I start applying to college?

Posted on October 25, 2019June 2, 2020 by kissebes@bluffton.edu
How soon can I start to appy to college

Are you wondering when the right time is to start applying to college? We interviewed the experts and compiled these tips to make the process a little smoother for you. Here are some things to keep in mind as you begin applying to colleges… When is the best time to start applying for college? The […]

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Making the most of your college visit

Posted on October 7, 2019June 2, 2020 by kissebes@bluffton.edu
The campus tour is an important part of your college visit.

Stepping on campus for your college visit can be overwhelming. There is a lot to take into consideration. Such as “when should I start visiting colleges?” and “what should I expect during these visits?” To make the most of your college visit, first thing you should do is research the colleges that you are interested […]

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Paying for college: Why file the FAFSA early?

Posted on September 23, 2019July 1, 2020 by kissebes@bluffton.edu
File the FAFSA early

We get it. You’ve just started your senior year. You’re busy making memories! And now people are pushing you to file the FAFSA. You may not have even chosen a school – let alone applied – and they want you to start thinking about paying for college? Let us tell you why it’s a good […]

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