Career Prep

Most students expect to work after graduating, but you’re preparing for your career shouldn’t start when you graduate. Career planning and preparation is something all students should do throughout their college studies, especially within the last two years.

  • The 6 Best MAT Prep Courses and Classes of 2024

    Editor's Note: The Miller Analogies Test (MAT) was discontinued in November 2023 and is no longer administered. For more information on preparing for available graduate-level standardized tests, please visit Best GRE Prep Courses and Classes and Best GMAT Prep Courses and Classe... Read More

  • Half of Business Leaders Say ChatGPT Experience Is More Valuable Than a College Degree

    As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape industries, understanding its impact on hiring practices is increasingly important. ChatGPT is now being widely used by companies across various sectors, and its relevance in the job market has surged significantly. Earlier ... Read More

  • Salary Guide: How Much Does a Social Worker Make?

    Social work is a broad field that assists individuals, families, and other groups in various settings. Multiple levels of social work require different types of education and credentials. As such, the salary range for social workers and related professionals can vary widely. T... Read More

  • Are college students entitled? 90% say classes are too hard, yet majority study less than 10 hours/week

    In 2022, a student-led petition at New York University over an organic chemistry class they deemed too challenging led to the professor's firing. It also led experts to question whether this was the start of a new trend of students protesting, not studying, their way to higher gr... Read More

  • Do I Need to Take the SAT or ACT for College Admissions?

    Once a common component of college applications for first-time freshmen, the SAT and ACT college entrance exams have experienced major upheaval in recent years. When the COVID-19 pandemic struck in 2020, many schools eliminated test requirements or switched to test-optional po... Read More

  • 3 in 4 Gen Z college grads express confidence about being prepared for workforce

    As members of Gen Z begin to graduate college and enter the workforce, employers have voiced concerns about this generation's preparedness for the workforce. They note issues with a lack of professionalism, entitlement, and time management. To find out how recent graduates fro... Read More

  • Degree Program Guides

    With so many degree programs and career paths available, choosing the one that best aligns with your goals and interests can be challenging. Exploring different areas of study and degree types at the undergraduate and graduate levels can help you plan your education to pursue the... Read More

  • 4 in 10 College Students Are Using ChatGPT On Assignments

    Since the release of ChatGPT in November 2022, one of the biggest concerns about the artificial intelligence-based chatbot is its impact on education, especially in college settings. In February 2024, Intelligent.com surveyed 588 college students and found 37% currently use Ch... Read More

  • MSW vs. LCSW: What's the Difference?

    If you're a student considering pursuing a career in social work, you've likely encountered the abbreviations MSW and LCSW. Knowing what these terms mean is essential to understanding the social work field and its educational and professional opportunities. A Master of Social ... Read More