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04Mar

3 Steps to College Admission

Junior college vs four year university

We have put together a 3 step guide on how you can apply to college after you have graduated from a home school such as Lincoln Academy. A link to the PDF is below: 3 Steps to College Admission Step 1: Fill Out Your Chosen College Admissions Application Fill out and submit ...

26Nov

Why You Should Not Dropout of High School

Why You Should Not Dropout of High School

A look at the numbers reveals why you should not dropout of high school For many students – one in 14, according to the National Center for Education Statistics, and more in some communities – finishing high school can seem like a challenge. Financial worries, family commitments, health problems and other dif...

20Nov

How to Chose an Online School With a Great Reputation

Good online high schools

Getting an online education has become an increasingly popular choice for many students. In response to this growing market, more and more online schools are surfacing. With so many different options, determining which choices are actually good online high schools can be difficult. Here you will find a few factors to consider when choosing a good online high school. The first being credibility. If...

19Nov

The Benefits and Dangers of Financial Aid

The Benefits and Dangers of Financial Aid

With college tuition on the rise in our country and battles with a competitive workforce ever present, financial aid seems almost essential. However, there are many dangers of financial aid and future students should apply with caution. While financial aid may help a student fully pay for a college education, it does not come at a small price. Long hours applying for aid is just the beginning. There are ...

16Nov

Infographic: The Educational Path of our Nation

The Educational Path of our Nation Infographic

Today is Infographic Friday! [Source: U.S. Census Bureau]...

15Nov

High School Dropout Rate: A National Problem

High School Dropout Rate Affecting the U.S. Economy

Although there are many high school students throughout the United States that are graduating on time, the high school dropout rate continues to be a significant national issue. According to a report that was issued in early March of 2012, the dropout rate is creating a hindrance on the nation's overall economy. In 2009, the national graduation rate had increased to 75.5% (72% higher than it was in 2001). In additi...

14Nov

What is a GED? Important Facts to Know About Earning a GED

A GED is the process of earning the equivalent of a high school diploma

When discussing the options one has as a high school student in relation to graduating, students usually have two options: earn a high school diploma or take the GED (General Education Development) test. A GED is the process of earning the equivalent of a high school diploma. Many individuals often assume that earning a GED is not the equivalent to completing high school. This is simply not true; in fact, there are...

13Nov

Understand Your Choice: GED vs High School Diploma

GED vs High School Diploma

Earning a high school diploma or its equivalent, a GED, brings the satisfaction of meeting a personal goal that will enrich your life. A high school diploma is a basic requirement for many entry-level jobs. An alternative is a GED, which is sometimes known as a general educational development test or a general equivalency diploma. They have some similarities and some differences. When choosing a GED vs a high school...

12Nov

Can You Get a GED Online? What You Need to Know

Can You Get a GED Online?

Receiving a high school diploma or its equivalent, a GED, is an important milestone to build knowledge for lifelong learning, prepare for college and increase future earnings in a career. Thirty-nine million people in the United States do not have a high school diploma. Some who have left high school without a diploma pursue adult education and ...

09Nov

Homeschooling vs Public Schooling

Homeschooling vs Public Schooling

Many families debate the merits of homeschooling vs public schooling Since 1999, the Department of Education has conducted a periodic survey of homeschoolers, the National Household Educational Survey. The most recently-completed survey, conducted in 2007, showed that the number of American families educating their chil...

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