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Why I Chose Montclair State
The moment Alexa toured Montclair State University, she knew that her search for the perfect mix of academic and athletic college was over. Here are some reasons why Alexa chose Montclair State.
Tips to Survive the College Application Process
The talk of college and the future outside of high school can be stressful for many. Let’s talk about the college application process so that stepping out of your high school bubble and exploring colleges won’t seem as scary.
Why You Should Study Abroad In College
Studying abroad is a big decision; deciding to spend anywhere from a few weeks to a few months away from your home and everyone you know can be scary. Still, if you’re on the fence about studying abroad, you should know that studying abroad is truly a unique experience that will give you so much more valuable knowledge than any class could.
Why I Chose Temple University
Temple University has an urban campus located in North Philadelphia. It feels like an extension of Philadelphia, rather than a separate college campus. The school applies this to its education as well, using Philadelphia as a part of their teaching.
Why I Chose Rider University
My name is Sean Cavanaugh and I write for HeyBoro.com. I am a sophomore political science major at Rider University and I’m here to share with you why I chose Rider and about my first year in college.
Why I Chose Gettysburg College
As a student athlete, Tori was searching for the complete college experience with academics, athletics, and a social setting. At Gettysburg College, she has access to all of that while playing college softball through Gettysburg’s Division 1 sports program.
Why I Chose RVCC
Raritan Valley Community College (RVCC), voted New Jersey’s #1 Community College, offers over 90 associate degrees and certifications of various sort across its 240 acre campus. With multiple degree completion programs offered through other schools, including Rutgers, Kean, Stanford, Columbia, Cornell, and Felician University and an affordable price tag, RVCC is an option worth looking into for many college bound seniors.
10 Necessities to Bring to College
Wondering what else you need to pack for college? Check out Sarah, Emma and Lara’s list of back-to-college essentials before you go shopping for college supplies - some items on the list may surprise you!
Why I Chose TCNJ
Find out how Lara’s small school helped her chase big dreams.
New York is My Campus, Fordham is My School
Sarah Huffman, a rising junior and journalism major, discusses her top 3 reasons for choosing Fordham University in New York City.
Maya’s Guide to the College Application Process
Maya Patel, Montgomery High School Class of 2019, shares her journey of applying to and getting into her dream school, Washington University (St. Louis).
Why I Chose Rutgers
My name is Rhea Bolar and I am a second-year student at Rutgers University-New Brunswick Campus double majoring in Agriculture & Food Systems and Plant Science with a minor in Environmental Business Economics. And these are the reasons I'm glad I chose to go to Rutgers for my undergrad.