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Students holding an F-1 visa or J-1 visa cannot simply launch a company and start operating it. Work authorization is required first, and the rules differ significantly between the two visa types.

Extension schools offer a real path to university-level credentials at top institutions — without traditional admissions requirements. But the trade-offs are significant and vary widely by school. Research the specific credential before you commit.

Career development programs work — but only if students use them. Research from NACE, Gallup and Strada shows students who use even one career service receive more job offers, higher starting salaries and better internship outcomes than those who use none.

This article, "How Universities Can Improve Student Engagement for International Students," reveals how analytics cut withdrawal rates from 21% to 9% using data, cross-department collaboration, and mobile platforms.

First-generation college students make up 54% of U.S. undergraduates, yet they graduate at a rate of 24% compared to 59% for continuing-generation peers. Closing this gap could add 4.4 million graduates and generate $700 billion in economic benefit.

College gives you freedom and removes the structure that kept you on track in high school. This guide covers what to do from high school prep through senior year to stay organized, build your career, and avoid the most common pitfalls.