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Dear Sophomore=
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It may not be on your mind right now, but the first=
two
years of high school are when you should start thinking about what comes
next. It's in your best interest to begin considering the future. You'll =
probably
want to sharpen your skills and explore your options—the two most
important things you can do now to prepare for college.
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How to Find the Time
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Ever wish you had five more
hours in a day? If you have trouble managing your time, start taking
control of your schedule by making a daily to-do list. Put the most
important items on top. Be sure to indicate anything you must do
today—and get it done. When you complete a major assignment or ta=
sk,
don't forget to take a little break and reward yourself.
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how
to find time in your schedule
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Tip of the Month: Effective Writing
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Share what you write with
others. Don't be shy about passing your writing around—it's good
experience to get feedback from friends, family, and writers you respec=
t.
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er
the keys to writing effectively
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College Costs: Sticker Shock Quiz =
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Although some of the college
price tags you hear about are overwhelming—$25,000 or more for ye=
arly
tuition and fees—many colleges are more affordable than you might
think. For example, did you know that, on average, public universities =
have
in-state tuition rates of less than $7,020 a year? And remember, financ=
ial
aid is available. It may be in the form of grants, loans, or work-study=
and
it can further reduce the amount your family actually pays.<=
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college costs Sticker Shock Quiz and learn more
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Major & Career Profiles
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Need more input? Take the ti=
me
to learn about some of the more than 600 majors and careers profiled on=
our
website. Then you can discover which colleges offer that major.
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