4 Potential Obstacles for Transfer Students and How to Conquer Them

Don’t let your fears about transferring colleges derail your plans! Here are some of the toughest things about transferring and how you can conquer them.

by Natalie Johnson
CollegeXpress Student Writer, University of New Mexico

Last Updated: Apr 24, 2023

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What to Know as a Commuter Student

Students commuting to college should join clubs, attend events and take advantage of campus resources.

By Sarah Wood

June 2, 2023

Commuter students have to plan before visiting campus, including knowing the schedule of public transportation, watching traffic patterns or …

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Five Ways to Make College Work as a Non-Traditional Student

By Alex Ball Published on December 15, 2021

Depending on how they’re categorized, non-traditional students account for between one- and two-thirds of college admissions, but in simple terms, a non-traditional college student in the US is anyone who has not …

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6 Essential Tips for Commuter Students

by Adreon Patterson

Published August 18, 2021

College is filled with many challenges — like finding financial aid, registering on time, and choosing a major. One way that some students try to ease the challenges of attending college is to live on …

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5 Survival Tips for Your First Semester as a Transfer

When you’re a transfer student, it can feel like you’re the new kid again. That can be nerve-wracking, but these five tips can help make the switch easier.

by Kelli Dolan
Senior Assistant Editor, CollegeXpress

Last Updated: Mar 16, 2023

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5 Tips For Success For The Non-Traditional Student

By: Jessie Daniels

Online BBA Program Coordinator

Terry College of Business at the University of Georgia

Many online students are non-traditional, meaning they aren’t right out of high school seeking a “traditional” college experience. This isn’t a bad thing. In …

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5 Tips for Commuter College Students

By Kat Tretina Updated on October 20, 2022

With the high cost of college, commuting to school, rather than living in a dorm room, can be a smart decision. The College Board reported that living on campus at a public four-year …

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How to Make Transferring Colleges Work to Your Advantage

While being a transfer student can seem stressful, you’re in a unique position to get a lot out of it. Here are a few ways to make it work to your advantage.

by Kelli Dolan
Senior Assistant Editor, CollegeXpress

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Adapting to Your New College as a Transfer Student

Don’t let your fears about transferring colleges derail your plans! Here are some of the toughest things about transferring and how you can conquer them.

by Natalie Johnson

It can be difficult to transfer colleges for many reasons. You might …

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Trends in Online Education: How Technology Is Helping Nontraditional Students Succeed

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Student loan debt is in the trillions, the job market feels like it’s never going to properly recover and college tuition prices continue to rise. While it’s unlikely the United …

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