Student Saver
May 2012
Easy and Affordable Ways to Stay Safe on Campus
When you live away from home, you'll find that life is much different from what you're used to. You're likely to spend plenty of time alone on campus, and while you may think you're tough enough to beat off an attacker, pride can get you into...
10 Scholarships with the Best Bang for Your Buck
Many scholarship applications can be lengthy and require hours of work. While a certain level of effort may legitimately be expected for prestigious financial awards, some opportunities require almost no work at all. Learn about ten scholarships...
Why Your Scholarship Process Should be like the 'Amazing Race'
How is applying for scholarships like competing in the reality television game show 'The Amazing Race'? The two have much more in common than you might think. Learn how applying strategies from the Emmy Award-winning TV program to scholarship...
Which School Activities Give Students the Best Return on Investment?
The college experience is about much more than simply attending classes. Student activities of all kinds allow individuals to pursue their passions and socialize on campus. Getting involved in student organizations can also allow individuals to...
10 Scholarships for International Students
Studying abroad can be among the most enriching, mind-opening experiences for students. But tuition, travel and living costs can also make attending college in a foreign country very expensive. Learn about ten scholarships for American students...
10 Smart Things to do with Your Graduation Money
Graduating from high school or college represents the culmination of a lot of hard work, and many grads are fortunate to have their efforts rewarded in the form of cash from family members and friends. Learn about smart ways that high school and...
Scholarships for Military Spouses
Military spouses are eligible to receive educational benefits through the Military Spouse Career Advancement Accounts (MyCAA) program and the Veterans Affairs Spouse and Dependents Education Assistance program. But there are also a number of...
Can Social Networking Save College Students Money?
Think that social networking is just a way to stay in touch with friends and avoid studying? Think again! Social networking can be a valuable tool for job-hunting, studying and even saving you money. But how can browsing social media sites keep...
How Important Should Salary be with Your First Post-College Job?
Recent graduates looking to enter the workforce typically must weigh a number of factors before deciding on which job to take after college. Salary is one very important consideration, but should it be the make or break factor in a decision?...
How Your School Can Help You Get a Job
While the employment market has improved in recent months, securing a job remains difficult for many candidates. For prospective college graduates, who often lack extensive professional experience, finding work can be especially difficult....
