There are many benefits to being involved in athletics in high school. The personal traits one develops as a high school athlete are: teamwork, perseverance, responsibility, physical endurance, commitment, time management, and personal and emotional health. When a student decides to join an athletic team, a commitment is made to attend all practices and to give 100% effort. The student athlete learns to work well and in conjunction with others. Teammates rely upon and support one another to reach a common goal.

Warren Buffett, the CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, is a philanthropist and one of the wealthiest people in the world. Referred to as the "Oracle of Omaha", he is known for his plain-folks manner; common-sense approach favoring simplicity over complexity; priceless wisdom and personal frugality.

About 200 students who applied early decision to George Washington University mistakenly received an email welcoming them to the Class of 2014.

Thinking about careers and college majors is daunting to many high school students, especially when they are asked to indicate their intended major or career interest on a college application.   While the relevance of a student’s major to their professional future remains a subject of debate, the economy has many parents and students focused on college studies and concerned about job opportunities.

Whether you're researching colleges and universities, preparing for the ACT or SAT, searching for scholarships, or trying to demystify the college admissions process, there are numerous guide books to help meet your needs.

Given the large number of resources to choose from, parents and students often ask for a few suggestions. As an independent college consultant, I have pored over numerous college guides and test prep books, many of which I consider to be excellent resources. Deciding which books to recommend first, comes down to personal taste.

For most high school seniors, the college application season has ended and the focus has shifted to enjoying the final semester and waiting for admission decisions.  While it’s tempting to sit back and relax, here are some tips to improve your candidacy and reduce the high cost of college.

College applicants, students and parents who are applying online for federal financial assistance for the 2010-2011 academic year will use a revised FAFSA form, designed to simplify the student aid application process.

The 2010 online Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a bit less complicated to complete than in prior years. The update includes a shorter worksheet, enhanced navigation, an improved help section, as well as a loan eligibility estimation tool.

Looking to pave the way to college, scholarships and a successful future? Consider some advice from current high school seniors and college students who have recently walked this road.

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