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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.

  • 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

  • MSW vs. MSSW vs. MSSA: Which is Right for Me?

    In order to receive a state-issued license and practice as a clinical social worker in the U.S., students must earn a master's degree in social work. While the most common type of graduate degree in this field is a Master of Social Work (MSW), there are other options, includin... Read More

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

    If you're considering a career in social work, you may have come across the terms 'licensed master social worker' (LMSW) and 'licensed clinical social worker' (LCSW). These terms refer to two types of state-issued licenses social workers can receive in the U.S., representing two ... Read More

  • Micro, Mezzo, and Macro Social Work: What's the Difference?

    The social work field is dedicated to helping individuals, families, and communities overcome challenges and function in healthy ways. Because social work responsibilities are so broad, the practice is commonly broken down into three levels — micro, mezzo, and macro. Underst... Read More

  • How to Become a Social Worker

    Individuals who enjoy helping others, supporting families and communities, and advocating for equity and respect for all may be drawn to a career in social work. These professionals work to help individuals, families, couples, and other groups overcome challenges in their everyda... Read More

  • How to Become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker

    The field of social work is dedicated to helping individuals, families, and communities meet their needs and cope with challenges and advocating for justice and compassion for vulnerable populations. Social workers fulfill this mission in a variety of different capacities, inc... Read More

  • How Student Loan Interest Works

    Not understanding what student loan interest is, how it accrues, and how to pay it off can cost you thousands of dollars on top of the original money you borrowed. Don’t let that intimidate you. Taking the time to grasp what interest means is an essential part of making wise fi... Read More

  • How to Get a Student Loan Without Parents

    Although students come from all sorts of backgrounds, the process of applying and qualifying for student loans is somewhat one-size-fits-all, especially for undergraduate students. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which is used to calculate a student’s e... Read More