Articles
2010 Articles
- Student Credit Cards Are a Thing of the Past
Under provisions of the Credit CARD Act, Americans under 21 years old may no longer get a credit card without a co-signing adult. (leader)
2009 Articles
- Overcoming Credit Card Debt: A Strategy for Students
It's up to students to learn how to use their credit cards wisely to avoid crippling debt and a poor credit score. Read More - Plastic 101: A Sensible Credit Card Guide for College Students and Their Parents
Having a credit card at college offers convenience along with potential financial pitfalls. Decisions you make now will affect your adult life. Read More - Fact or Fiction? A Master's Degree Is the Key to Career Success
Earning a professional master's degree can be a smart career move, and online education can make the process easier on your wallet and your schedule. Find out more about this high ROI degree. Read More - The 5 Greatest Lessons to Learn from a Job Search
No one ever said job hunting was fun or easy. But they might say it teaches you a lot about yourself and your abilities, exposes you to new and exciting careers, and provides beneficial new experiences. Learn how to take advantage of this down time, and things just might start looking up. Read More - Don't Give Up the Job Search: Advice for Recent College Graduates
Although the economy has taken a downturn and layoffs have increased, this doesn't mean that recent graduates have no hope of getting a job. Check out these four hot tips for recent graduates looking for work. Read More - Resume and Cover Letters: Do's and Don'ts
If you're entering the job market, here are critical do's and don'ts for preparing a resume and cover letter. Read More - Prepare Now, Get Paid Later: Getting Ready for the Job Market
It's a tough job market, but you can improve your chances by building a strong resume, using job boards, and wowing them at the interview. Read More
2008 Articles
- Five Hot Jobs in a Cool Economy
With unemployment rising and many of the country's core industries--auto manufacturing, banking, home construction--falling faster than a lead balloon, it's a tough time to look for a job. If you're getting ready to enter the job market, or simply want to change careers, the following five occupations offer tremendous opportunities and are expected to grow significantly over the next decade, even if the economy withers. Read More - Top 5 Reasons You Should Go Back to School
Looking for reasons to go back to school? Look no further. Upgrading your education with an advanced degree can mean honing your skills, learning new specializations, and coming back to work a stronger, more versatile employee. Read More - Salary Watch: What's Your Next Degree Worth?
Are you ready to earn more with a career that rises above the daily grind? Taking the next step in your career may require furthering your education with an associate's, bachelor's, master's, or doctorate degree. Read More - Top 5 Most Lucrative Degrees
The numbers are in, and they are rising. A list published by CNN Money finds that a number of majors in the class of 2007 found it easier to secure healthy starting salaries in the work force. Read More - Need a New Career? Change Course with a Graduate Degree
Feeling underpaid or unappreciated? Attention wandering? Perhaps you've discovered skills or career passions that rocket beyond the humdrum routine of your current job. Age or experience shouldn't lock you into a career that no longer suits you--and it's never too late to continue your education. Earning a graduate degree can be the perfect pickup for a stalled career. Read More - Get Your Boss to Pay for College
Before you apply for that student loan to pay for your degree or graduate training, try asking your boss for tuition. Many employers offer tuition reimbursement for schooling that advances career-based credentials. The process is not complicated and often the employer's terms are not overly restrictive. Many bosses are glad to pay for training that ultimately benefits their organizations. Read More
