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A Look Back at the Best College Admissions Tips

College lists, tours, essays and more: Here’s a look back at our best admissions advice.

Survey Says Paying for College is a Bigger Challenge for Young Adults Today

Young adults say paying for college, affording living expenses, saving for the future and finding a job are harder for them than older generations.

Students Share the Best College Application Tips They Received

Keeping an open mind, being yourself in your application and asking questions are pieces of guidance that stuck with these incoming college freshmen.

One New Thing: Quantifying the Economic Impact of Higher Education

Higher ed author Jacques Steinberg shares his latest EdTech resource rave.

An Enhanced Trade School Experience

University of Mount Saint Vincent President Susan R. Burns discusses a new partnership that allows students to complete trade certifications in addition to an associate degree.

This Grant Program Helps Students Afford Unpaid Internships

Bowdoin College bridges the unpaid internship gap by offering grants to support students in their career exploration.

Looking Beyond the Brochure to Find the Right Fit

Incoming college freshmen discuss the specific resources that drew them to their schools.

Should College Career Services Factor Into the Search Process?

As student debt skyrockets, it’s important to consider return on investment and a college’s career support services.

A National Initiative to Help Community Colleges Apply AI Concepts

Higher ed reporter Alina Tugend shares her latest EdTech innovation rave.

A Hunting Class That Challenges College Students’ Perceptions

The University of Montana engages students through a unique hunting course.

The Big Idea: Tackling the Teacher Shortage By Preparing the Next Generation

Tracy McNelly, chair of Saint Vincent College’s education department, discusses how to create efficient pathways to teaching degrees.

FAFSA Applications Fly in 2026

The high school class of 2026 submitted the Free Application for Federal Student Aid in record numbers.

Incoming College Students on the Summer Before Senior Year

Recent high school graduates advise starting the college essay during the summer before senior year.

Is a Religious College Right for You?

Here are some considerations to make when applying to and choosing a religious institution.

Unlimited Learning Through Virtual Reality

Higher ed expert Melissa Morriss-Olson shares her latest EdTech innovation rave.

Boosting Student Mental Health Through Digital Detox on Campus

Here’s how one university counteracts heavy screen use by encouraging face-to-face engagement among students.