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Illuminating Asian American Narratives in Literature and Academia

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

With affiliations in the Gender, Womens, and Sexuality Studies department and the Asian Studies program, Tran brings a multidisciplinary lens to her scholarship that examines the intersections of race, gender, and U.S. Empire, which will be published by University of Minnesota Press in Spring 2026. She went on to earn both her M.A.

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Medical Schools Embrace Efforts Post-Affirmative Action Decision

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Through intentional outreach to applicants, dedicated pathway programs, partnerships, curriculum, and programs specifically built to serve underserved populations, and a focus on regionality and socio-economic histories, UC Davis has become one of the most diverse medical school programs in the nation. What barriers have they overcome?

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How to Make College More Affordable: Why Early Financial Aid Planning Matters

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

Colleges have different deadlines, scholarships come with various eligibility criteria, and grants can require some paperwork that takes time to gather. Starting early means youll be prepared when the time comes to submit your applications. Scholarships: Free money, usually awarded for academic achievement, sports, or other talents.

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From Junior to Senior Year: Your College Financial Aid Prep Starts Now

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

Its never too early to start getting ready for college financial aid applications. Research Scholarships Early Scholarships are a great option when it comes to easing the cost of college. Many scholarships have deadlines before senior year even starts, so the earlier you start, the better.

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The Essential Guide to Financial Aid for High School Juniors

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

Scholarships : Often awarded based on merit (like academic performance, sports, or talent) and do not need to be repaid. As a junior, there are steps you can take now to set yourself up for financial aid success: Research Scholarships : Many scholarships are available to students in their junior year or earlier.

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Overview of Federal Direct Student Loans

College Planners of America

Application Process The process of applying for Federal Direct Loans begins with the completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and submitting it to the ED. Students can start submitting FAFSA applications on October 1 of each year for the following academic year.

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Are the ACT & SAT Going Away?

Student Research Foundation

The SAT and ACT were designed to screen college applicants. Their argument is based on the idea that these tests should not be used to evaluate college applicants. However, ACT and SAT scores are the closest college admissions offices have to a yardstick for comparing applicants on a uniform scale.