Going to college isn’t what it used to be — it’s a whole lot better. In this global economy, college students have more choices than ever, including the experience of studying abroad. It can be a way for you to learn about different ways of life and cultures while also advancing your education — and ultimately making yourself a stronger job candidate. In fact, a recent study found that almost 40 percent of the companies surveyed had missed international business opportunities for want of internationally competent employees. 

Meeting challenges makes us stronger. And that’s good news for Native American students, who are sure to face a few obstacles on their higher education journey.

I’ve always been curious about how things work. In high school, I got my first look behind the scenes at the technical side of one of my passions: video games.

My hometown of Farmington, N.M., is a small community with diverse cultures and families.

I’ve always preferred math and science to English and history. I enjoy things that are tangible and black and white, like engineering. 

When someone new comes over to our house, my parents drag out a video of me from the fourth or fifth grade. In the video, I introduce myself and tell everyone that my favorite subject in school is math.

I grew up in a high-crime area in suburban Baltimore. Violence, drugs, and alcoholism were rampant — a fertile recruiting ground for street gangs.

Important stats on costs and benifits of going to college.