Admissions & Rankings
Applying, paying for and choosing a college, plus the latest rankings coverage.
2 on 2: University of North Texas and Pomona College Leaders Talk Higher Ed
Two university presidents answer two questions about higher education leadership at the U.S. News Future of Higher Education Forum.
How Tulane’s Online Graduate Program Puts Place in the Forefront
One school shows online graduate programs can still center in-person experiences.
How Applying Early Impacts College Admissions
Rates for early applicants vary across the institutions that offer early decision or early action college admissions, U.S. News research shows.
College Holistic Admissions: Q&A With UC Berkeley Dean Olufemi Ogundele
Olufemi Ogundele, associate vice chancellor and dean of enrollment at University of California, Berkeley, shares how the university evaluates applications holistically and recommends applicants write about their "why."
How to Talk Tuition and College Costs With Teens
Discussing tuition spending and family college funding early helps prevent heartbreak. Here’s how to do it.
One New Thing: A New Yardstick for Colleges and Universities to Measure Access and Earnings
Higher ed author Jacques Steinberg shares his latest EdTech resource rave.
Balancing Workforce Preparation and Purpose
Aashir Nasim, provost senior vice president for academic affairs at Prairie View A&M, explains how colleges can prepare students for the working world while nourishing their intellectual curiosity.
4 Key Takeaways From the U.S. News Future of Higher Education Forum
Higher ed leaders discussed artificial intelligence, workforce readiness, financing college and other issues facing institutions and students alike at the U.S. News forum in New York.
Paying for College: Affordable Higher Education Is Hard to Find
A new study reveals that most public four-year universities and community colleges remain unaffordable for low- and moderate-income families.
College Application Stress Management Advice From Dr. Marcia Morris
Marcia Morris, M.D., author of “The Campus Cure: A Parent's Guide to Mental Health and Wellness for College Students,” discusses how parents can help their students manage the stress of college applications.
FAFSA Student Financial Aid Advice: Myths and Mistakes to Avoid
Avoid costly financial aid mistakes with these expert tips on navigating income rules, myths and common filing pitfalls on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid.
Higher Education Leaders Look to AI to Rethink How Colleges Work
Tech innovation leaders say advancements can reshape student and institutional success.
From Campus to Career: How Colleges Are Rethinking Workforce Preparation
Academic leaders should equip students to adapt to an ever-shifting workforce, higher ed leaders said at a U.S. News forum.
Banking Executive Calls for Greater Transparency Around College Costs and Outcomes
Full clarity around pricing is vital, says Consumer Bankers Association President and CEO Lindsey Johnson.
Higher Education Leaders: Colleges Must Adapt to AI and Changing Student Needs
A panel of higher ed leaders at a U.S. News forum in New York discussed how the industry can adapt to AI and other changes.
How Moravian University Is Making AI Experimentation Accessible Across Disciplines
Higher ed expert Melissa Morriss-Olson shares her latest EdTech innovation rave.
Insights Into U.S. News’ 2027 Best Colleges Rankings
U.S. News Director of Education Data Analysis Eric Brooks and Managing Editor for Education LaMont Jones offer details about the new Best Colleges rankings.
Community Service Days Help Students Connect With Neighbors and One Another at Orientation
Orientation volunteer days allow new students to interact with their communities – on and off campus.
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