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What Are the Best Careers for Paying Back Student Loans Fastest?

Drew Weisholtz — Sun, 16 Jun 2013 15:07:04 +0000

You always hear about the importance of a college education.

But what may be even more important is what you choose to study.

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The 14 Highest-Paying Jobs That Don't Need a College Degree

Drew Weisholtz — Wed, 22 May 2013 13:00:14 +0000

Sure, college isn’t for everyone, but you know what is? A good salary.

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After 51 Years of Marriage, Retired Great-Grandparents Are Going Back to College

Drew Weisholtz — Wed, 01 May 2013 21:10:53 +0000

You’re never too old to learn.

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Did Rutgers Coach Mike Rice Go Too Far?

Kristine Bellino — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 13:15:29 +0000

Some say Rutgers Men's Basketball Coach Mike Rice went too far, pushing his players during practices and yelling inappropriate comments to them.

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What Are the Best Cities for 2013 College Graduates?

Drew Weisholtz — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 01:06:18 +0000

After getting their diplomas, a lot of college graduates decide to head to the big city to try and make it big.

The question that arises, though, is which city is the right one?

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SUNY Campuses Now Using Standardized Financial Aid Award Letter

Gino Geruntino — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 19:27:25 +0000

Students hoping to attend a SUNY school this fall will soon be able to make a more informed decision, thanks to the campuses streamlining their Financial Aid Award Letters.

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SAT Scores Plummet As More Students Take the ACT

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 06 Oct 2012 13:49:55 +0000

The average national scores on two out of the three sections of the SAT exam, which is the standardized test students take in order to get into college, trended down for the class of 2012.

That could have to do with the fact more students in the class of '12 took the rival ACT exam than the SAT this year, the first time that has ever happened.

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SUNYIT Jumps 12 Spots In "America's Best Colleges" Ranking

Gino Geruntino — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 19:10:43 +0000

Marcy, NY (WIBX) - SUNYIT is quickly making a name for itself, according to the U.S. News and World Report.

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New Program Helps Utica's At-Risk Young Adults Attend College

Gino Geruntino — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 16:51:14 +0000

Utica, NY (WIBX) - A Syracuse-based college success program is coming to Utica.

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FLSH Hires New Hospital Chaplain

Gino Geruntino — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 14:49:55 +0000

Utica, NY (WIBX) - Patients at Faxton Saint Luke's Healthcare have a new chaplain to seek solace from in times of need.

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State Senate Passes "2012 College Affordability Plan"

Gino Geruntino — Wed, 06 Jun 2012 16:05:33 +0000

Albany, NY (WIBX) - The State Senate has passed legislation attempting to make college more affordable for middle-class families.

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Want to Go to Harvard or MIT? Now You Can with Free Online Courses

Danny Gallagher — Mon, 07 May 2012 19:20:16 +0000

Two of America’s most prestigious universities are doing something that any other private university would consider a sign of clinical insanity. They are offering education, knowledge and enlightenment for free.

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Why Is a Man with 11 College Degrees Working As a Crossing Guard?

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 07 May 2012 13:09:48 +0000

Bruce Berry is a both a renaissance man and a lollipop man — the latter being British slang for a crossing guard. He has 11 advanced degrees, a completed Ph.D. and another doctorate in the works.

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Local Graphics Programs Promote "Really Great Beginnings"

Kristine Bellino — Wed, 02 May 2012 18:15:55 +0000

Utica, NY (WIBX) - Red, green, and blue make for "Really Great Beginnings," so says the Utica Hub of the American Institute of Graphic Arts.

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Is Getting a College Degree Worth the Money? — Dollars and Sense

Shauna Wright — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 13:12:03 +0000

As college tuition and contributions to college savings funds rise, experts are again examining the value of higher education and wondering if the cost is a good investment in someone’s future.

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HCCC College Night

Kristine Bellino — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 08:40:05 +0000

Herkimer, NY (WIBX) - Herkimer County Community College will sponsor its annual College Night tomorrow evening.

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Recent College Grads Make Less Now Than a Decade Ago — Dollars and Sense

Shauna Wright — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 19:16:59 +0000

Since the economy took a turn for the worse, more and more young adults are moving back home with their parents after graduating from college, and this could be one reason why: recent grads are making less now than they did a decade ago.

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College Graduates from Poor Backgrounds Less Likely to Marry

Shauna Wright — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 21:59:40 +0000

In general, a college education doesn’t just mean more job opportunities — graduates are also more likely to get married and less likely to divorce. But new research finds this isn’t always true for those who are economically disadvantaged.

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Which College Is the Best for Military Veterans?

Kathy Landin — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 14:01:44 +0000

A recent survey conducted by Military Times Edge ranks which colleges are best for military veterans.

Most of the schools making the list were public, including 51 of the 59 highest ranking four-year schools. The top five four-year schools included Concord University, taking the number one spot, Eastern Kentucky University at number two, Rutgers in third, California University of Pennsylvania at number four and University of South Florida coming in fifth.

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What Are America's Most Expensive Colleges?

Shauna Wright — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 16:45:04 +0000

Forbes, along with the Center for College Affordability & Productivity, tallied up the cost of tuition, books, transportation, computers, and room and board to determine the new list of America’s most expensive colleges. And some of them may surprise you.

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