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How to Go to College for Free (Or Ultra-Cheap!): 9 Effective Ways

"Don’t waste your time wondering how to get free college, only to be intimidated by the potential cost — everyone deserves a shot at higher education regardless of their financial situation."
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"With this plethora of must-have online study tools at your fingertips, you can easily enhance your skills, prepare for tests, and master effective study techniques."

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Private UC Berkeley Co-Op Bans White People From Common Areas

To “prevent white violence,” a private housing cooperative at UC, Berkeley prohibits white people from using its common areas.
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How to Go to College for Free (Or Ultra-Cheap!): 9 Effective Ways

"Don’t waste your time wondering how to get free college, only to be intimidated by the potential cost — everyone deserves a shot at higher education regardless of their financial situation."
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How to Apply for College in 9 Simple Steps

Applying to colleges can seem like an overwhelming and confusing process — but what if it didn’t have to be? Here's a simple step-by-step guide on how to apply for college.
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"Don’t waste your time wondering how to get free college, only to be intimidated by the potential cost — everyone deserves a shot at higher education regardless of their financial situation."
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Before you think that college is a mere pit stop on the road to adulthood, you'd be surprised to note the different (and often mind-blowing) ways it prepares you for the real world. 
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Whether you're great with anything digital or prefer working with your hands, it's absolutely possible to earn from high-paying jobs without a degree!
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Say goodbye to career confusion when you follow these tried-and-tested tips in job-hunting, all while you take your pick among in-demand jobs!
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