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5 Liberal Arts Minors That Go Surprisingly Well With Science Majors

You’ve decided to major in a science field—but what should you minor in? Your choices go beyond STEM! Here are five liberal arts options to consider.

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CollegeXpress Student Writer

4 Unexpected Skills You Need to Succeed in Science Majors and Careers

There’s a lot more to being a scientist than doing research and experiments. Here are four surprising skills you’ll need to excel in STEM majors and careers.

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CollegeXpress Student Writer

6 Tips for Retaining a Foreign Language After High School

Struggling to retain the foreign language you learned in high school? Practice your writing and speaking skills for college and beyond with these fun tips.

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CollegeXpress Student Writer

How to Know If a Nontraditional Major Path Is Right for You

A traditional four-year major isn’t the right choice for all students. Here’s a look at other undergrad program formats and how to know what's right for you.

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CollegeXpress Student Writer

What Makes a Great STEM Student? 5 Ways to Become One

One bad experience with science or math shouldn’t ruin the disciplines for you forever. You can reclaim your identity as a great STEM student with this advice.

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Professor of Education, University of Southern California

A Helpful Guide to High School and College Differences

The transition from high school to college can be daunting. Head into your college journey more prepared with this guide of common differences you’ll encounter.

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CollegeXpress Student Writer

Top 8 College Topics to Discuss With Your Student Today

Your student will be off to college soon, but there are some things they should know now. Here are eight topics of conversation to cover before they leave home.

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Freelance Writer and College Coach

How to Help Your Stressed Teen Choose a College Major

Choosing a college major is a stressful decision, especially if your student is uncertain. Here's some advice to help them find their academic path.

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Certified Educational Planner; President, One-Stop College Counseling

3 Tips to Improve Your Reading Retention for School

Retaining what you read is important for homework and studying in both high school and college. Here are three tips to improve your memory while studying!

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CollegeXpress Student Writer

3 Easy Ways to Participate More in Your Classes

Class participation is a huge part of learning in high school and college. If you’re not used to speaking up, here's why it's important and how to get started.

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CollegeXpress Student Writer, Anderson University

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