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"You know, a lot of people go to college for seven years," declares Tommy, the hapless perpetual undergraduate, upon the completion of his hard-fought bachelor's degree. "I know," replies his snarky friend. "They're called doctors." That exchange, from the Chris Farley comedy Tommy Boy, served...

Indiana's 21st Century Scholars program has become a victim of its own success. It promises full college tuition for low-income middle school students who pledge to stay out of trouble, maintain a cumulative 2.0 GPA and graduate from high school. And it works, academically: Participants are more...

Advancing your business career in this job market can be a challenge. According to a Business Week poll, only 38% of senior business majors reported having a job offer in January. That compares with 46% in 2009 and 56% in 2008. New jobs figures indicate that the national unemployment rate has risen...

It's no surprise that people with college degrees generally make more than people without them. But a new study released Tuesday suggests that during the next decade, most jobs will require college training and that a high school diploma alone will be a ticket to a life of poverty.

Getting a degree online still isn't seen as credible as attending a bricks-and-mortar institution, but a legendary CEO wants to change that. Starting next month, you can get an online or in-person MBA that's blessed with the approval of Jack Welch, the former CEO of General Electric. He built GE...

Welcome to Five Super Savings brought to you by Deal Seeking Mom. Each week I bring you the best grocery and health and beauty bargains around town.A new month always brings excitement and anticipation surrounding what coupons will be released and what great deals will be available. June hasn't...

Degree is offering a free sample of its "Degree Men's Absolute Protection" deodorant. Just fill in the online form, wait six weeks, and your underarms will feel fresh.According to the offer, it's guaranteed to "help keep you cool, dry and fresh without compromising your manliness." Anything that...