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Top 7 Benefits of Attending a Local Community College

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There’s no minimum course load, and you can even take semesters off if needed. Whether you’re looking to earn an associate degree, get professional training, or pursue a certification in a vocational field, they have you covered. What Is a Community College All About? It also has a strong community support​.

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UT-Austin Waitlist Tips and FAQs

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I begin working with external transfers after theyve completed at least one semester of college courses post-high school. UT and other public flagship universities might expect 5-10% of enrolled students to not complete their twelfth day of class for their first semester, which is the technical cutoff for melt.

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The Best Schools for Transferring

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The end of high school and the first semester of college is a time of huge personal growth. Pay attention to dates: some schools, like the University of Virginia, accept students for both the Fall and Spring semesters; others, like Duke, only admit transfers in the fall. Above all, dont be indecisive.

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A Guide to the Excelsior Scholarship

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Students/families must have a federal adjusted gross income of $125,000 or less and must actively be pursuing an undergraduate degree through a SUNY or CUNY college. The Excelsior Scholarship Program is designed to pay for the entirety of your SUNY or CUNY degree program.

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Massachusetts Budget Includes Free Community College, Free Nursing School

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Massachusetts will soon offer free associate degrees for people who don't already hold a degree. These initiatives are slated to take effect in the fall 2024 semester. Massachusetts residents will soon be able to pursue a tuition-free associate degree or certificate at a local community college.

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This Philadelphia University Is Offering All Eligible Community College Grads Half-Off Tuition

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They should just indicate on their application that they have earned or will earn an associate degree from a qualifying community college. Students who earned associate degrees before fall 2023 also qualify. Students can apply for the fall 2024 semester on a rolling basis through August.

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CUNY Phases Out Traditional Math, English Remedial Courses

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Rather than being sent to a remedial course that doesn't count toward their degree, students will now be sent to "corequisite" courses that offer additional academic support while still counting toward their degree requirements.