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How to Get the Best Sleep in College
I get it. Sleep is a scarce resource in college. You’re averaging a full 8…
Finding a Mentor in College
All walks of life feel strange to the newcomer. Regardless of age, status, or other…
How to Survive College Without a Sip of Alcohol
When you think of college, what comes to mind? For some, it’s finally studying what…
What to Buy BEFORE You Move Into Your Dorm
College can really change a person! For many, it makes them more economical and the…
5 Myths vs. Truths About Volunteering
Try googling “volunteer opportunities in [your city]” and you will find TONS of places where…
6 Tips to Explore Your College Town
Whether you choose to attend an urban university, such as NYU or UCLA, or wish…
First Week of College: Dos and Don’ts
Arriving at college is an exciting and transformative moment in a young adult’s life. As…
Is It Better to Live on Campus or off Campus? — Interview With Brian Tan, Student Ambassador at the University of Houston
TUN sits down with Brian Tan, a computer science major and student ambassador at the…
3 Things That Society Teaches Us That We Have to UNlearn
Real talk: Society teaches us a lot of things that are toxic to the mind,…
Before Joining College Extracurriculars, Consider This
The 21st century has, thus far, shown us a promisingly impactful decade and a half….
How to Spice Up Dining Hall Food
When you first arrive to college, dining hall food can seem like a godsend and…
The Single Most Important Skill You Don’t Learn in College: Listening
Listening 101 is not a course offered in college but definitely should be. Recently, there…
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Cash Incentives and Campus Coaches Improve Free Community College Programs
Adding cash incentives and educational support systems to existing College Promise programs increases community college…
How to Write Great Supplemental Essays for College — Interview With Sylvia Vukosavljevic, College Admissions Consultant, Veritas Prep
TUN sits down with Sylvia Vukosavljevic, a college admissions consultant with Veritas Prep, who offers…
College Application Tips Amid COVID-19 — Interview With Joe Korfmacher, Director of College Counseling at Collegewise
TUN sits down with Joe Korfmacher, director of college counseling at Collegewise, to discuss tips…
Everything You Need to Know About the Common App
There’s nothing more tedious, repetitive and especially expensive than having to fill out a separate…
ACT vs SAT: What’s the Difference?
The ACT and SAT are standardized tests administered by ACT.org and the College Board, respectively,…
Tips for a Perfect SAT Score — Interview With Dawn Mueller, Educational Consultant, Tutor Doctor
TUN sits down with Dawn Mueller, an educational consultant with Tutor Doctor, to discuss what…
ACT Test Dates for 2020-21
If you’re a high school junior or senior who intends to take the ACT this…
3 Tips on Picking a Major
Picking a major isn’t always easy. In fact, most people I meet in college are…
STEM and Liberal Arts: Pros and Cons of Both Degrees
*Updated June 30, 2020 With science and technology driving the future, many teachers are motivating…
How Top Students Can Get Into Increasingly Competitive Schools
What do you need to do to separate yourself from the pack and get into…
How to Apply for College: Step-by-Step Expert Guide
Applying for college is a monumental moment in every student’s life. While it is undoubtedly…
10 Universal Tips for College Essay Writing
Writing a college essay can be intimidating, particularly if you consider yourself to be a…