Creating a professional, high-quality transcript is one the most important steps you can take toward being accepted by your top-choice college. But during our years of experience helping homeschool families and private schools navigate the do’s and don’ts of great transcripts, we’ve encountered a few common errors, omissions, and straight-up faux pas that always spell [...]
We’ve rolled out some exciting new features during the past year to improve your experience with Transcript Maker. Check them out below! New graphic and layout options If you’re a bi-annual or annual subscriber, you’ve got two new options for adding another layer of professionalism to a transcript: you can upload a logo for your [...]
Google the phrase “pay your way through college,” and you’ll be bombarded with a lineup of articles, news stories, and blog posts bemoaning that, in today’s economy, it’s simply impossible. But is it really? The idea of working your way to an associate’s or bachelor’s degree harkens back to a time when tuition was comparatively [...]
Have you considered community college? The idea might be foreign to you, and for good reason. Traditionally, community colleges have carried a stigma that identifies them as a less-than-optimal choice compared to four-year schools. In some cases, that stigma is deserved. But like any college—community-level, state run, or private—some schools are poor, some are mediocre, [...]
This is the sixth and final part of our series on saving a buck while attending college. Read part 1, part 2, part 3, part 4, and part 5. 30. If you live on campus, bike or use public transit instead of owning a car An analysis by AAA found the average annual cost [...]
This is the fifth part of our six-part series on saving a buck while attending college. Read part 1, part 2, part 3, and part 4. 23. Consider the cost-saving benefits of the ROTC If you’re willing to serve your country while pursuing your education, the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) could be the right [...]