Myths about college admissions abound. Have you been fooled by any? Check out these four common college admissions myths, and learn what the truth really is so you can worry less, and enjoy your high school years (and the college […read more]
What you say and post online matters. Not just in life, but also in college admissions. A recent Kaplan survey of admissions officers found that 27 percent of them had Googled prospective students and 26 percent had looked up applicants […read more]
College fairs are a great way to meet admission representatives and learn information about colleges you may not have thought to consider. They’re a unique opportunity to ask questions about college majors, student activities and scholarships available at a particular […read more]
Getting a college education is a big investment, and it’s never too early to start earning money for money to help pay for college. The following websites and apps can help you plan your budget, save money on things you […read more]
You’ve probably heard the term “liberal arts” tossed around in the media lately. Politicians have tossed the term around, too. In fact, over the past several years there’s been an ongoing conversation in the United States about the value of […read more]
Want to get a glimpse of what college life is really like? Checking a college or university’s social media platforms is a great way to see what students are doing around campus. Instagram, in particular, lets you view snapshots of […read more]
Best College Admissions Videos on YouTube Tired of seeing the same-old brochures, emails, videos, postcards and other marketing materials from colleges? Well, there are some universities out there who think outside the box and generate creative, and eye-catching, materials to […read more]
College rankings abound. These rankings are often subjective, or only look at select data sets, so colleges may have different rankings depending on the service ranking it. Rankings may help you determine how good of a reputation a college has, […read more]
About 59 percent of students in four-year bachelor’s degree programs graduate college in six years. Despite that statistic, it is possible to get a bachelor’s degree in four years today, but it takes good planning, hard work and dedication. Some […read more]
Official campus tours aren’t the only way for you to see college campuses. Throughout the year, colleges offer many programs for high school students. Plus, online virtual tours and social media provide an additional means to experience the campus. Here […read more]
