4 Lessons Recent Graduates Should Carry From College

4 Lessons Recent Graduates Should Carry From College

The college experience is designed to prepare students for a fruitful career and/or continued, specialized study in graduate school. If you are a recent graduate this year, here are four lessons you may have learned while in college that can help you a great deal in the future: 1. You must demonstrate initiative In higher education, professors do not peer over your shoulder or verify your progress each day. Instead, they assign you a due date and provide you with general guidance. You must complete your assignments in a timely manner.  The professional world functions similarly. While your supervisor is available to offer advice, the d ... Read More About 4 Lessons Recent Graduates Should Carry From College

3 Questions to Ask Your College About Financial Aid

3 Questions to Ask Your College About Financial Aid

Learning to navigate financial aid can be challenging, and it is not a topic that is always forefront in students’ minds as they prepare for school—after all, academics, extracurricular activities, and social opportunities are of great interest to students! In order to better understand the system at your institution, here are three questions to ask your college about financial aid: 1. What are the financial aid deadlines, and how can I ensure I have submitted the necessary paperwork? Many students believe that because they submitted their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and indicated their school of choice, they ... Read More About 3 Questions to Ask Your College About Financial Aid

How to Prepare Your Child for the Middle School Transition

How to Prepare Your Child for the Middle School Transition

Transitioning from the elementary classroom to middle school can be challenging or simple, depending on your student’s school. Your child may simply move to a different classroom or floor in the building, or may attend a new school altogether. If they will be attending a new school you may want to take a look at these tips on how to help your child transition to a new school. Regardless, the middle school transition is one to be mindful of as your child assumes more ownership of his or her learning. Here are a number of ways to prepare your student for the new stage in his or her education:  Learn about technological reso ... Read More About How to Prepare Your Child for the Middle School Transition

Cornell University: A Student Interview

Cornell University: A Student Interview

The tutors behind Varsity Tutors are not just here to teach – they’re sharing their college experiences as well. Joe graduated from Cornell University in 2014 with a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics and Economics. He is now a tutor in Seattle specializing in Algebra tutoring, Calculus tutoring, Physics tutoring, and many other subjects. Check out his review of Cornell University: VT: Describe the campus setting and transportation options. How urban or safe is the campus? Are there buses or do you need a car/bike? Joe: Most people use the bus system because it is very convenient. I do not suggest a bike because Ith ... Read More About Cornell University: A Student Interview

A Student Review of Harvard University

A Student Review of Harvard University

The tutors behind Varsity Tutors are not just here to teach – they’re sharing their college experiences as well. Lauren graduated from Harvard University in 2013 where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology. She currently tutors several subjects in Washington D.C., specializing in AP U.S. History tutoring, French tutoring, and Essay Editing tutoring. Check out her review of Harvard University: VT: Describe the campus setting and transportation options. How urban or safe is the campus? Are there buses or do you need a car/bike? Lauren: The campus is embedded in the historical city of Cambridge, just ac ... Read More About A Student Review of Harvard University