Schools and Colleges

College Mix-Up: Advisor Says My Credits Are Misaligned Hi everyone, I’m facing a bit of a challenge. I’m currently enrolled in a bachelor’s program at my local community college, which I returned to this semester after earning my AA in 2020. This college has always had its ups and downs, […]

I’m looking to move to Japan! Hi everyone! I’m planning on relocating to Japan to teach English, and I’ve found out that I need a TEFL certification and a bachelor’s degree. Since there are no specific requirements for the type of degree, I’m curious to know which bachelor’s programs are […]

Am I overreacting, or is my advisor just not great? I’m a 28-year-old female in my second semester at a new college (let’s just say I’ve been around the block a few times). Recently, my academic advisor, who also joined last semester, reached out via email to schedule a meeting […]

Title: Finding Motivation to Pursue My Education Despite Family Opposition I’m currently a sophomore in college with plans to transfer and major in Statistics, but I’m facing significant challenges from my parents. Growing up in a culture that undervalues women’s education—even though I was raised in the U.S.—my parents have […]

Feeling like I’m not making the most of my college experience I’m a 21-year-old junior, and as much as I love college, I find myself dreading the day I have to leave. I know I’m involved in quite a bit—living with three of my closest friends in an apartment I […]

Does attending an admitted students day mean I’m committing to the school? I’m currently deciding between two institutions, and I haven’t had the chance to visit one of them yet. I’ve received an invitation to the admitted students day. Is this event reassuring for the school, or is it still […]

Scholarship Inquiry I’m curious about how scholarships work in relation to military education benefits. I’ve been accepted with a scholarship, and my tuition is fully covered by my military benefits. Does anyone know if the scholarship funds can be converted into leftover money? Or does this vary by school? Any […]

I’m feeling swamped with schoolwork and missing out on all the fun happening around me. The reality is that I’m currently tied up with assignments, and right now, I’m focused on studying for a pretty important test coming up on Monday. While everyone else is out enjoying themselves, I’m stuck […]

FAFSA Refund Check Update I finally received my FAFSA refund check in the mail! It’s addressed to me, but my parents are saying they will deposit it because they covered my school tuition, so they believe they should get the refund. I’m confused—does the check belong to them or to […]