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Navy veteran Tim Martin’s decision to apply to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in 2007 filled him with apprehension. A previous college attempt years before had not gone well for the former aviation electrician’s mate second class.

Six ways to save cash on course materials If your soul — and your bank account — hurt every time...

Extra credits Call it academic sticker shock. The average cost of a year at a...

Crash course in studying online Many service members turn to online classes to help advance their...

College pitfalls When former Navy Corpsman Christy Jacks started struggling with...

Study smart Someone told you that you could spend less time studying but still...

Shoot for your degree A rifle is a natural extension of Bill Corley’s arm. He’s...

Free ACT/SAT study materials The eKnowledge Corp. is donating ACT and SAT test-prep software to...

Go online for CISSP exam study help Students will be able to ask instructors questions and receive...

IT certification exams Army Reserve 1st Lt. Casey King has a job he loves as a senior...

Test tactics College entrance exams are intimidating, at best. For nontraditional...

Application tip: Be yourself Swamped by a rise in early applications, college admissions officials...

Three ways to learn a new language There are many reasons to pick up a new language, from personal...

Start college by fall Whether you’re eyeing the Ivy League or considering community...

ACT vs. SAT: Which test is best and who needs to take one 1. The best college entrance exam(s) to take is/are:

Get IT certified from home What if someone said you could work from home to earn the computer...

Free courses teach essential computer skills Getting ready to exit the military and wondering whether your...

5-step application checklist Colleges have done a lot to simplify the application process thanks...

Hit the ground learning: 7 tips for studying online Once you’ve committed to getting a degree, you can do a few...

The value of 2-year degrees For retired Sgt. 1st Class Phillip Burns, earning his associate...

Beginner’s guide to earning your online degree Forget the “three Rs.” When it comes to getting an online...

‘Hack the SAT’ author cuts through test’s secrets Eliot Schrefer offers up some assistance for those preparing to take...

Financial strategies for studying abroad For years, rising numbers of U.S. college students have been packing...

5 steps to get accepted Want to attend college but afraid you’ll need an advanced...

Fast-track your associate degree Are you looking for the fastest route to a college degree? Speed and...

Tips for first-time college students First-time college students can save time and stress if they plan...

E-learning tips to give you an edge Navy Lt. Ken Froberg is taking classes to further his education and...

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