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From how to pick a college, to how to write the essay, to career programs, we've got you covered in the planner.

College Comparisons
Senior year is the time when high school students are forced to grow up and make big decisions – like which college to attend. It is good to know what each school offers to make that decision a little easier.

Essay Tips
Keep it personal: let an admissions board understand who you are, as opposed to what you've done.

Test prep starts now
SAT OR ACT?

Student boom
Students at Florida's colleges and universities may be feeling a bit cramped these days.

The perks of being a commuter student
When my lengthy collegiate day ends at 5:20 p.m., I don't have to trudge back to a cramped dorm room with strangers I'm forced to appreciate.

Education vs. Experience
With college tuition costs climbing at a record pace, many high school students must decide whether to invest in a college degree or dive right into an entry-level job.

Career Paths
The adage "do what you love, and love what you do" can be the words of wisdom students rely on when selecting potential career paths.

Still not sure?
See what college majors a high school student or college freshman with your interests and achievements might enjoy and excel in.

Most Common Majors
So you finally received your acceptance letter in the mail and you're adorned in your university's hoodie. Now it's time to choose a major. Many students are taking their education down one of these routes:

Top Jobs for More Power and Cash
Some careers from Money Magazine and Salary.com's "Top 20 Jobs for the Young and Restless," and their median salaries. —MCT

Five steps to picking a college major Choose wisely
We've all met those who have had their careers lined up since the sandbox.

College fairs > >
2009 Fall National College Fair

In-State College Listing
Barry University

Essays found in personal experience
In your college application, admission officers are interested in learning about your personality and seeing how you think.

A guide to hassle-free applications
It stares at you.

UCF now largest university in Florida
It's official: The University of Central Florida is the state's largest university by enrollment.

Deciding early
It is important to decide which colleges you are applying to and if you are applying Early Decision, Early Action or Restrictive Early Action to any of those colleges.

Choose wisely, The right major can make you marketable
The days of gaining a degree and working for one company until retirement are long gone.

Test prep starts now
The SAT and ACT have increased in importance as college admissions have become more competitive.