The Dean’s LIST
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What To Do If You’re Struggling with your College-Required Dining Plan?
For many students, a required college dining plan is just part of campus life. But for students with disabilities? It can be…
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Common App 101: Let the Common App Do the Heavy Lifting for Your College Applications!
The Common Application, or Common App, is your all-in-one college application tool. Instead of filling out separate applications for every school, the…
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Roommate Gift?! Dorm Room Essentials: What You Actually Need (and What You Don’t)
College is expensive enough: tuition, books, meal plans, and fees add up fast, and your dorm room doesn’t need to add to…
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Disability Identity and Disclosure in College
Understanding your disability and how it affects your college experience is part of developing a disability identity. It’s about recognizing your strengths,…
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5 Best Ways to Get Better Sleep in College (and Why It Matters)
Getting enough quality sleep in college isn’t just about avoiding exhaustion—it affects your grades, mental health, and overall well-being. Here are five…
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Why Trade Schools Are a Good Option
Trade schools offer a practical and affordable alternative to traditional college degrees. With career-focused training and shorter programs, trade schools prepare students…
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Why College Accreditation Matters (and How to Check If a School Is Accredited)
When choosing a college or university, accreditation is one of the most important factors to consider. Attending an accredited college ensures your…
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Why You Need to Use the Word “Disability” When Requesting Accommodations
Colleges provide accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. These laws protect students with…
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What Transfer Students Need to Know About Transferring to a 4-Year College
Transferring to a 4-year college can be exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming. As a transfer student, you’re navigating a new…
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The First in Your Family: Navigating College Without a Map
By definition, a first-generation college student is someone whose parents or guardians did not complete a four-year college degree. Simply put, you…
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Why Your College’s Accessibility Tech Is Generic (and What You Can Do About It)
Colleges serve thousands, sometimes tens of thousands, of students. Accessibility tools are chosen to meet the broadest range of needs at the…
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The Difference Between Disability Accommodations in High School vs. College
Many students and families assume that disability accommodations in college work the same way they do in high school. They don’t. Understanding…
