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Happy New Year from Red Kite
Happy New Year! As we head into a new year, we want to say a sincere thank you for being part of the Red Kite community. Students, parents, and educators,…
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Financial Aid for Graduate Students – What Changes?
If you're heading to grad school, you’ve probably noticed that the financial aid landscape looks quite different from your undergrad days. From fewer grant options to higher borrowing limits, understanding…
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What to Do If You’re Not Eligible for the FAFSA
For many students, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the gateway to essential financial assistance for college. But what happens if you find out you're not eligible?…
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10 Ways to Save Money on College Textbooks
The rumors are true… college textbooks are outrageously expensive. On average, first-year college student spend over $1,200 on textbooks and course materials. A single textbook can cost hundreds of dollars.…
The Scholarship Survival Guide: Tips to Keep You Sane
Anyone else not feeling very demure NOR very mindful this fall? The good news is that there’s a ton of great scholarship opportunities right now! And don’t worry - applying…
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The Ultimate Scholarship Playlist: Songs to Motivate Your Application
With the fall semester fast approaching, there’s still time to apply for financial aid! Scholarship season is all year, y’all. Whether you're a high school senior, a college student, or…
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5 Tips for Living in a Dorm
Coming home from an 8 p.m. class to a 200-square-foot dorm isn’t always a slay, especially if you’re sharing it with one or two other people. Some college students have…
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5 Fun College Summer Activities
You made it through another semester at college! Now it’s time to kick back, relax, and take a break from your busy undergrad life. Even if you’re stuck taking a…
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4 Steps to a 4.0 Semester
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This is the only plan you’ll ever need for taking notes in class and studying for exams. It’s time tested and simple. You’ll be smiling ear to ear when you start to see the results, but you have to follow all of the rules for this to work.
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Boost Your Resume with On-Campus Activities
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College on-campus activities are very important. One of the top reasons you should join an extracurricular: they look great on your resume!