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8 Ways To Earn College Credit in High School and 1 Way To Lose Out

Looking for a way to get ahead? Take the right courses, and you could start college with credits in hand already. Here are eight different options on how to earn these credits, and one that could set you back.

The Push to Succeed In Achieving Your Dreams

"Parents need to push their kids to succeed in class because in high school, all we thought about was 'where's the next party?'"

Achieving Your Dreams: What I Wish I Had Done in High School

Smart advice for ninth graders - start exploring your options now!

From Dreams to Goals: An Introduction to Goal Setting and Success

As you work to set your goal, it helps to know the difference between goals and dreams. Goal setting and success depend on the ability to dream realistically.

Why Earn College Credit in High School?

You could take AP calculus but you know it's a ton of work. Here's why it's worth it.

Three Ways To Keep Yourself Out of Trouble in College

Steer clear of distractions that could sink your college dreams. Get tips and advice.

A Letter from the Future: Advice from College Students

Three college students who learned the hard way share their wisdom and advice with college hopefuls.

The Top Five Ways To Figure Out What I Want To Be When I Grow Up

It's not an easy choice, but these five strategies will help students (and parents helping students) narrow their options.

College Prep Checklist

Here's a list of often overlooked details that will lead to successful college admissions starting in grade 8.

What I Wish I Had Done In High School: Cared More

"High school students should definitely take their classes more seriously. I wish I would have. I took stupid classes just to get credit."

Choosing College: The Top Five Reasons Why College Is A Good Investment

College is costly, a big time commitment and challenging. So why go? These five reasons should convince you that college is one of the best investments you will ever make.

Your Future Is In College

Think college isn't for you? Think again. Compared to a high school diploma, a college degree could earn you more than $1 million in your lifetime, a cooler job and better job security. Get on the college track by taking the ...

Four Roads to a College Degree

Think college is an impossible dream? Check out these four roads to a college education that you may not have considered.

Different Strokes: What To Do After High School

Are you trying to decide your path after high school? You may have more options than you think.

Log On to Learn: Online High School Courses

Is the future of learning online? One state thinks so and is making sure high schoolers are prepared.

Get More From College Tours

Go beyond the smiles and glossy brochures when you're on a campus tour to get the best read on student life. It takes more effort, but it's worth it. Get tips.

Taking the Core: A Choice That Changes Everything

Research consistently shows that the students most likely to succeed in college are the students who take the most difficult core courses in high school.

Planning Ahead for Teens

What do I want to be when I grow up? It's a question on every teen's mind. Check out some ways that they can get ahead of the game.

There's a Smarter Way to Save

Cutting down the rising cost of college isn’t as easy as clipping coupons or waiting for an “everything must go” sale. But there are smart ways to save, starting as early as the freshman year of high school.

Add Up the Savings

Get a formula for saving more than 25% off the cost of a four-year degree.

4 Keys to Getting a Good Start

Get a good start in freshman year by following these four tips.

The Goals You’ll Need in College

Students struggle more in college when they don’t know why they’re there or what they’re trying to achieve. Get goals that will help you stay focused.

College Picks Organizer

An easy tool that helps you organize your priorities and rank college contenders.

Top 5 Strategies For Stretching Student Aid Dollars

When it comes to paying for college, sometimes you just have to get creative.

Find Your Dream School Checklist

Get the scoop on the most important factors to weigh when choosing the best college for you.

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