Yesterday afternoon, Take Stock in College had the great pleasure of hosting Dan Barkowitz, financial aid expert and author of the Money Man Blog, on Take Stock Connect for an “Ask Me Anything” or AMA event. We learned quite a bit about budgeting, scholarship management, and what the CARES Act has in store for our …
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As the state prepares to limit the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-10), more and more schools are closing their campuses and switching to distance learning models. While some of you may have taken online classes before and may find this switch second nature, others may be wondering how they can succeed in school from afar. …
Succeeding in virtual classrooms during COVID-19 closures. Read More »
Your safety is of the upmost importance to us at Take Stock in College. You have probably heard a lot about the worldwide spread of the Corona Virus (COVID-19). It is important you know the facts and have access to the most up to date, correct information regarding the disease, how it is spread, and …
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College life abounds with new experiences. Whether you are taking a new class, attending your first club meeting, or living away from home for the first time, you are bound to leave your comfort zone. This is a good thing! It is good to challenge yourself with new experiences, responsibilities, people, and ideas. However, leaving …
Listen, we know it can be hard getting motivated after having 3 weeks off from school! Even if you worked all winter break, you might find your good school habits have been sleeping in while school was out. But 2020 is upon us and it’s time to get motivated, Take Stock college student scholars! New …
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When transitioning to college after high school, have you noticed how quickly subject matter is covered in class? While your high school teacher might spend a week introducing a new idea to the class and gauging the comprehension of the group, your college classes meet much less (2-3 times a week on average). In these …
Many scholarship opportunities require candidates to write a short essay as part of the application process. It’s important to write a strong, original essay to set yourself apart from the competition. We know essay writing isn’t most students’ favorite pastime, but hey, what’s a little essay between you and financial stability? Besides, Take Stock in …
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It’s the most wonderful time of the year: FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) TIME! Okay, okay, no one just loves filling out a long, technical form about your financial standing. But look on the bright side—you only have to fill out this form once a year, and doing so is your all-access pass …
Are you ready for FAFSA? 8 things you must know before applying for financial aid Read More »
There’s much more at your campus library than books! In fact, the campus library is probably one of the most robust resources available at your college. Unfortunately, it is also one of the most underutilized. We want our Take Stock collegiate scholars to make the most of the resources their colleges and universities offer, so …
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