http://www.isnare.com/?s=author&a=Kelli+Smith Education Kelli Smith Thu, 15 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=658726&ca=Education In a turbulent economic market where fewer job opportunities are available to an ever-increasing pool of applicants, there are many benefits and cost-savings of a two-year degree over a traditional four-year education. The job market is affected by numerous factors, including inflation, global polit... Education Kelli Smith Wed, 14 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=657516&ca=Education The recent recession exacerbated a decades-long pattern of diminishing state dollars spent on public universities. Now, as some wonder whether the state schools can emerge from the economic crisis and regain their former robustness, a disturbing question is being asked: are America's troubled public... Finances Kelli Smith Wed, 14 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=658134&ca=Finances College students, their parents, and graduates paying back student loans can all benefit from recent changes to federal loan laws, described below. Changes to Federal Loan Applications All new federal college loans will be made through the Department of Education's Direct Loan Program. This means th... Education Kelli Smith Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=655796&ca=Education When you get an advanced degree, Uncle Sam benefits just as much as you do. That's why he'll help you finance your degree. Here are ten ways the Federal government will help pay for part or all of your postsecondary education. 1. Federal Pell Grant Grant. The Pell Grant is available almost exclusive... Education Kelli Smith Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=656505&ca=Education Each year Forbes, US News and World Report, The Princeton Review, and many others release what they declare to be the official ranking of America's colleges and universities. These go-to guides for everything from most expensive school to best on-campus food are often regarded as doctrine among the... Education Kelli Smith Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=656808&ca=Education Picking classes should be one of the most exciting college rituals, but it can be overwhelming. With so many courses to choose from, how do you narrow them down and make the right decisions? There's no step-by-step approach to picking classes that works for everyone. But employing the following five... Education Kelli Smith Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=657214&ca=Education Most high school seniors relish in those end-of-the-year pleasures of prom and yearbook signing, final pep rallies and graduation, but few are thrilled about the long and sometimes arduous process of choosing a college. Finding the right college that best fits your needs is exciting, but it can also... Education Kelli Smith Sun, 20 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=627500&ca=Education Want a career in fashion design? According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, most employers prefer to hire designers who have an associate's or bachelor's degree in fashion design. But what if you can't enroll in a traditional fashion degree program? Here are four things you should know before you... Education Kelli Smith Sun, 20 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=627503&ca=Education A photography career requires more than a good eye and skills with a camera; good photographers must have drive, technical know-how, creativity, and business sense. Attending a photography school online could be a great way to develop these skills. But before you apply to that online photography col... Education Kelli Smith Sun, 20 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=627505&ca=Education Interested in a career in graphic arts? According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), most graphic design jobs require a bachelor's degree. So if you're already busy with family commitments, a full-time job, or a long commute that makes attending traditional classes impractical, then look throu...