Less than 25% of high school graduates who enroll in community college complete a degree in three years.1 To change this sad fact, students need to understand all the opportunities they have before choosing their college. Let’s look deeper! Only 5% of students in 2-year colleges graduate on time with a 2-year degree. Find Out More About STONEPILE…
Data shows that online learning is not only possible but sometimes preferable to traditional methods of higher education! It is flexible, affordable, and geared toward working students.1 At STONEPILEllc, we chose the online format to give students access to expert instructors in the field whose experience and current engagement in the industry translate to cutting-edge teaching methods…
Online education has become commonplace, but how do you know if it’s for you or your students? Benefits of Online Learning The benefits of online education are endless. Some of the most cited benefits include flexible scheduling, cost savings, self-paced learning, affordability, and cutting-edge technology. Did you know—Nearly 6.1 million college students are currently attending…
Last week we talked about standardized testing and if your students are ready for it. Now, what happens when students do not get the scores they need? What can you do to help? What are their options? Can they still go to college? Did you know: Over 1000 colleges have changed their test-score requirements for admission…
Soon it will be time for your students to take their ACT and SAT! Unfortunately, many non-traditional learners feel inadequate when testing and falsely believe higher education is not for them. Here at STONEPILEllc, We Get It! Standardized tests offer an objective measurement of education and a good metric to gauge areas for improvement, but…
It’s time to set the alarm and prepare yourself—summertime is nearly over, and the fall semester is right around the corner! So go and get ready, a new path with STONEPILEllc The Online Construction College is about to start! This 30th of August is a new semester start date! Apply now! With our TRIAL FIVE program, students can try STONEPILEllc to see…
With May being college decision time and June the month where students are thinking about vacation—it’s time to do a final check-in! Are they ready for the Fall semester? Have they chosen their path wisely and can they afford it? You only have a few more weeks with your graduating seniors—take advantage of this time!…
Summer is just around the corner! As a counselor, you know that students need this extra time to get ready for college. Because summertime gives students time to think, many students change their college plans before the Fall. Let them know it’s not too late to make the right decision. Encourage some exploration of other…
Hello, Counselors! Summer is approaching fast, and it is nearly time to say goodbye to your graduating seniors. Are they ready for the future? Did all your students get accepted to their programs? Do they have a clear path forward after graduation? As a counselor and mother of 12, I know some students are still battling…
Right now, you may have some students with very few options available to them after graduation. These students might be non-traditional learners or do not have the support from home to find or afford a good college. How can you help them? Here’s Their Chance! STONEPILEllc, The Online Construction College was founded to give non-traditional learners opportunities…