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Category: Freshman Year

7 Best Cheap Dorm Fridge Options for College Students

June 5, 2023 Rachel

Do you need a refrigerator to take with you to college? Check out our list of the 8 best cheap…

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Best College Cheerleading Teams: Our Complete Guide

June 1, 2023 Rachel

Cheerleading has become an integral part of college sports and has gained immense popularity over the years. The best college…

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Miami Dade College AA Requirements: What You Need to Know

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Miami Dade College (MDC) is a public community college in, you guessed it, Miami-Dade County, Florida. MDC offers a wide…

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How To Find Student Loan Account Number Fast!

May 26, 2023 Rachel

Many students in the United States rely on student loans to finance their higher education. However, keeping track of the…

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Best Dorm Mattress Toppers For Your College Student

May 22, 2023 Rachel

College dorms are notorious for their uncomfortable beds. While some college students may be able to adapt to the stiff…

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College Freshmen and Bad Grades: A Complete Guide for Parents

September 18, 2021 Rachel

Entering college can be a surreal experience for freshmen just as much as it can be exciting. Rather on-campus or…

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How Has COVID-19 Impacted College Students?

July 18, 2021 Rachel

In March 2020, all sectors of business and life in the United States and around the world were disrupted. COVID-19…

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Money Management Tips Every College Freshman Should Know

May 1, 2021 Rachel

In the flurry of packing for the dorms, coordinating with new roomies, and shoring up emotionally, one item that can…

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College Roommate Challenges

November 2, 2020 Rachel Leave a comment

As an Amazon Associate, we may earn commissions from qualifying purchases. My Kid Has a Terrible Roommate! As the mother…

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Keeping it Real: Freshman College Move-in Day

July 14, 2020 Rachel Leave a comment

It is starting to get real, people: college move in day is roughly 40 days away for most of us.…

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