Edited by Kelly Bray
Are you interested in going to college but concerned about how to pay for it? If so, you’re probably not alone. To that end, a new report by the College Board Advocacy & Policy Center provides insight into how...
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What is CLEP?
The College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) awards college credit at more than 2,900[i] U.S. colleges and universities for demonstrating achievement in a subject by means of a computer-based exam. By earning a satisfactory...
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Don’t ignore in-state schools just because you plan to study online.Many students are excited about the concept of e-learning because it allows them to access colleges and universities all around the country – even around the globe. If you...
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Do your research first.If the company is doing well, and you can show how you have contributed to its success, your boss will likely be more open to discussing your request.
Have a plan in place.Know which school you wish to attend;...
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Know how much you earn and spend each month Find ways to cut your spending and save more Suggestions for using tools to help with budgetingSo you've made the decision to go back to school and earn that degree. Great! But, with...
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Earn College Credits for Life and Work Experiences
If you are considering pursuing your college degree online, there may be ways you can earn college credits that you have not heard of before. According to the National Center For Education...
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Many students who are interested in credit by examination have heard of CLEP. But the good news for students who enjoy this method of demonstrating the knowledge they've already amassed is that CLEP is not the only program out there. Another...
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Credit by examination can be a great way to earn credit for what you already know. But while popular programs like CLEP and DSST are the best known, different credit by examination programs are ideal for different situations. While CLEP is a...
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When you're learning new material, college courses can be exciting, even fun. But when you have a list of required courses to complete your degree and some of them cover knowledge you've already learned on the job, from reading in your spare time...
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Earning potential isn’t actually a form of financial aid, but it is something you should consider when you’re weighing the full cost of a college degree. Many people get overwhelmed by the sticker price of a 2-year or a 4-year education. They...
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