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BS/MD Dual Degree Programs for Future Physicians: Get into Medical School Right Out of High School with CIT Consultant Lessa Scherrer
Dual degree programs exist for many professional programs: BA/MBA, BS/DDS, BS/DPT, etc. These programs allow high school students to get guaranteed spots in the university’s professional schools without going through the typical application process at the end of their four years of undergraduate education. Dual degree programs can save you time and anxiety. The programs…
Where Are They Now? Holly Swiglo, Oberlin College & Conservatory ’27
Holly Swiglo is a 2023 graduate of Roseville Area High School in Minnesota. She is in her first year at Oberlin College and Conservatory for Environmental Studies. Holly always knew she wanted to major in environmental studies. When she was in high school she started an environmental club and then worked both at school and…
Exploring the World of Global and Public Health Education in U.S. Colleges with CIT Consultant Paige Feldman
Written by CIT Consultant Paige Feldman Hey everyone! Today, let’s dive into an exciting and incredibly important field of study: Global and Public Health. It’s not just about battling pandemics; it’s about understanding and improving the health and well-being of communities worldwide. 🌐 Majoring in Public Health: A Journey of Impact! Calling all aspiring health…
Undergraduate Pre-Health Tracks with CIT Consultant, Anne Weber
For incoming undergraduates, pre-health remains a very popular choice. According to data from the College Board, over 10% of students indicated that they planned to focus on “pre-medicine” requirements during their undergraduate studies. And that’s a very good thing because, with an aging population, we need and will continue to need more healthcare providers. Steady…
10 Questions for a BSN Candidate with CIT Consultant, Anne Weber
For those considering a career in nursing, there’s no better way to learn than first-hand from an up-and-coming nurse. Several years ago, I never would have guessed that my daughter would go into nursing. Now, with just a couple months left in her training, she’s both excited and passionate about her career. See what Isabelle…
4 Pathways To Becoming A Nurse With CIT Consultant Anne Weber and BSN Candidate Isabelle Weber
Even before the COVID pandemic upended our hospitals, nurses have been in high demand. The Department of Labor predicts nursing will be the highest employment growth market for the next decade, with demand for registered nurses growing by 13% and demand for nurse practitioners by more than 40%. Globally, we will face a 13 million…
Cozy Wittman video: Choice of Major and Return on Investment
How does choice of major impact return on investment for a particular college? CIT Education and Partnerships expert Cozy Wittman sets forth guideposts for you to consider while planning financially for college. Click here to watch the 3-minute video
Budgeting for Those Pesky Additional Expenses in College With CIT Consultant Anne Weber
Budgeting for college isn’t just a hot topic, it can also be a can of worms. It’s slippery, filled with surprises, and somewhat disturbing. Most families are prepared for the basics of tuition, room, board, books and “fees”. In fact, this basic list is what college websites use to publish their Cost of Attendance. Understandably,…
Insider Tips for the week of January 6, 2024
New FAFSA live – The overhauled FAFSA form for students attending college in Fall 2024 is now live, although this is during a “soft launch” period where the website may intermittently be down for updates. Check out our article to learn more. College admission is about celebration – Rick Clark encourages students to celebrate the applications they’ve submitted and all…
New FAFSA live
The updated FAFSA form for students attending college in Fall 2024 is now live, although this is during a “soft launch” period where the website may intermittently be down for updates. If families submit the form during this time, their information will be saved and provided to colleges in late January. If the new…