Virginia Commonwealth University

Devising a Plan to Graduate with as Little Debt as Possible

Posted on Sat, 03/16/2013 - 17:16

Elizabeth Harris, Social Studies Department Chair at Grassfield High School in Chesapeake, VA, recently wrote us with some ideas for students on course credit, cooperative programs, and scholarships and grants – advice that is particularly geared toward students making their college decisions during this economic downturn. We’re pleased to bring you Harris’ email here:

New Common App Members

Posted on Fri, 02/22/2013 - 01:12

Purdue University, Virginia Commonwealth University and University of Oklahoma will start using the Common Application this August, according to an announcement today by Common Apps’ Board of Directors. These three universities are among 39 new members, bringing the total to 527. The new members include three public flagships, as well as five new international institutions and the first university from Hawaii -- Hawai'i Pacific. The full listing can be found here.