What are your plans for the summer before college? Did you know that some colleges offer incoming freshmen the option to begin in the summer? Some students will choose to apply...
The Perks of Starting College in the Summer
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Bianca Black
Director of Content & Student Engagement
Bianca is the Director of Content & Student Engagement at myOptions. She lives in Austin, Texas, but was born and raised in the Sunshine State. She earned her bachelor's and master's degrees in Education both from the University of Central Florida. She has a background in academic advising and college admissions. As a first-generation college student, the power of mentorship was very influential in her life and she strives to pay it forward through her work at myOptions. Her job is to make sure you have the most relevant advice as you plan for your future and a great experience on myOptions. Feel free to email Bianca with any topics you'd like to see covered or new features on our app/website that would be helpful for you.
15 Things I’d Tell My Younger Self
They say hindsight is 20/20, so we surveyed people who graduated college just a few years ago and some who would rather not disclose how long ago their college graduations were....
Student Loan Glossary
Student loans are often necessary to pay for college education. To make matters worse, the student loan process is pretty convoluted, and can add hours to the college application...
Job Interviews: You Got This
Interviews are a daunting but essential step to landing your dream job. You will have the opportunity to show your skills and figure out if the position is right for you. Here...
Resume Tips
Nothing’s worse than looking at your resume and wishing you had something more, especially during the middle of the school year when it’s a little late to just join a new...
Tips for First-Generation College Students
Navigating the college application process and college environment is especially daunting for first-generation college students. You’ve made it this far, so I’m certain you’ve...
All About College Accreditation
College accreditation is super important to look for when you are doing your college research. It ensures that a college has been reviewed by an outside authority and meets...
Don’t Fall for These College Admissions Rumors
There's no doubt, the topic of applying to college generates a lot of buzz. And people ALWAYS want to offer their two cents. Generally, the advice you’ll receive comes from a...
Cover Letter Tips
Usually, if you’re applying to a job or internship, it is commonplace to send the hiring director a cover letter that explains your interest in the position, why you are...
Getting Involved as a Transfer Student
No matter if you are transferring from a community college or a four-year university, getting involved outside of the classroom will help ease your transition and enrich your...
Why You Should Use LinkedIn
You may have heard your teacher warn “these days, companies know whether or not you’ll get hired before you even interview because they see your social media accounts!”...
7 Common FAFSA Myths
FAFSA is your friend when it comes to paying for college. Unfortunately, many fall victim to FAFSA myths. We will dispel these myths for you. The FAFSA is the FREE application...