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If someone in your life is struggling with their mental health, you may wonder what you can do to help. Here are some tips on being a supportive ally.

Developing smart money habits now will pay off majorly in the future. Check out these five unhealthy practices you should avoid for financial stability.

It’s the ultimate cookbook for college students! Check out all our favorite College Cooking videos for easy recipes you can make in your microwave.

It’s never too early to start preparing for your life after college! Here are some things you can do now to set you up for a happy, successful life later.

Becoming a resident advisor is a lot of responsibility but a great experience. Here are some major benefits to consider, plus tips on how you can become one.

Freshman year is the start of a great new adventure! Head off for your first semester ready with all the advice you could possibly need to get through the year.

Starting college and settling into a new life and routine can be a lot, but finding balance is a huge part of the process. Here's some advice for freshman year.

Make your summer vacation productive and fun with our best advice on getting work experience, preparing for college, and recharging after a long school year.

Being a student is stressful no matter who you are. Need help getting through it all? Take a look at all our best advice on stress management right here.

Students of color have been disproportionally impacted by the effects of the pandemic. Here's how disadvantaged groups can utilize college campus services.

Residential colleges are a great way to get the resources of a large university but the community of a small college. Here's what to know about these special programs.

The Delta variant of the coronavirus has thrown a new wrench into college life. Here's what to expect on campus this semester at schools around the country.

Starting a new life in a dorm is a big adjustment, especially during a pandemic. Use these eight tips to maintain healthy communication with your new roommate.

Part 2 of our guide to the best restaurants in college towns across the US homes in on the Southeast, Northeast, and New England. Bon appetit!

Welcome to Part 1 of the ultimate guide to favorite restaurants in college towns across the US! First up: California and the rest of the West and Midwest.

It's Mental Health Awareness Month, and to encourage you to seek help if you need it, here's a look at mental health during the pandemic and how you can find resources.

There are many things you can do during college to build a great foundation for career success and life after graduation. Here are 10 steps to get started!

Many students have faced exacerbated hardships since the pandemic began. Here's how colleges are helping with food and housing and where you can find resources.

Living-Learning Communities (LLCs) let students have specialized experiences and make connections on campus. Learn more about this dorm option now!

Protecting yourself in a new living situation is crucial for living a fulfilled life in college. Here's how to take precautions and find a great roommate.

Choosing a college roommate can be intimidating. You're expected to live with this person for at least a year! Here's how to be smart when finding a roommate.

Many colleges are offering accessible online resources to their students as a result of the pandemic. Here's how you can utilize these valuable remote services.

Extracurricular activities are a great way to show future employers what you're passionate about. Here are the best extracurriculars for boosting your résumé.

Everyone gets homesick their freshman year. Here are some ways you can manage your homesickness until you get to go home for your next break.

Back-to-school is hectic in the best of times, but during a pandemic, it's downright stressful. Here's what the semester is looking like for college students.

A college's cafeteria can really make or break your campus experience. Here's what you should know about dining dollars and different college meal plan options!

Being ready for college is more than just sending in your deposit and packing up. Here's how to make sure you're ready academically, emotionally, and beyond.

College students are being highly affected during the coronavirus pandemic. Here's what you should know if you have to move off campus and take online classes.

Looking to stay up-to-date, productive, and entertained during the coronavirus outbreak? Check out this helpful index of links!

In light of the Coronavirus, now declared a pandemic, many schools and colleges are closing. Is yours one of them? Find out how schools are taking action.

College move-in day is equally exciting and stressful. Take away the stress and leave the exciting with this ultimate moving timeline and checklist.

From the writing center to the health center, campus resources can make your college years a lot easier. Here are five places every student should know about.

The life of a cash-strapped student doesn't have to be a mundane one. Check out these free entertainment ideas and how to find out what's happening on your campus.

Classes, coursework, friends, jobs, naptime...there's a lot of stuff to juggle in college! Here's what you should (and shouldn't) do to balance your life on campus.

Freshman year can be a bit bumpy, and everyone makes mistakes. But here are a few to avoid to make your first year go more smoothly.

The age-old question: should I live with roommates, or will I be happier living alone? We've collected all of the pros and cons of each option just for you.

Bedbugs, mold, mice, cockroaches...here's what students and parents need to do when faced with dorm room maintenance issues like these.

Mental health is just as important as physical health. But what is mental health, and how do you find the right help as a student? Learn more with this advice.

Student housing is going through a lot of changes based on how students learn and live. Here are nine trends to look out for in student housing.

It can be tough to know where to go if you feel in over your head as an undergraduate. Here's a guide to finding help in college, from academic to emotional.

College truly has something for everyone. Here are a few ways to get involved in activities on campus!

What you need to know if you're sexually assaulted on a college campus, including best next steps, victims' rights, and support services for students.

Planning your study abroad experience can be daunting. But this timeline breaks everything down, making the process less overwhelming and a lot simpler.

If study abroad is in your future, here's how to determine what program to choose, where to go and for how long, what you'll need to pay for, and more.

If you're worried about your roommate, these tips can help you approach the subject and start a difficult but necessary conversation.

A look at which DC neighborhoods are best for students, including areas with affordable apartments, access to public transportation, and proximity to universities.

Curious about college roommate selection? There are a few different ways students get paired up in dorms, from using a college's roommate assignment system to finding roomies on Facebook.

Borderline life-saving hacks so living in a dorm is that much more bearable.

Always on the hunt for a great cone or dish? Here's the scoop on the best ice cream shops in some of the biggest college towns in the country.

Student discounts can take the edge off your college costs. Sure, it's only a 10%-15% edge. But every little bit helps.

Are you getting enough sleep? If you're in high school, you're probably not. And it's messing you up.

Grocery shopping in college doesn't have to be scary. Here's a good basic college grocery list and a bunch of tips on how to do grocery shopping right.

Mental Health Awareness Month was created to destigmatize mental health issues and encourage people to seek help when they need it. Here's what you should know.

The best way to manage your money and save as a student is through budgeting. Here's how you do it, with an easy budget spreadsheet to help you get started!

What are the biggest differences between freshman year and senior year of high school? From your classes to your relationships to your, well, you, it's a lot.

These campus safety tips are a must-read for every college and university student. And soon-to-be college and university students. And probably their parents too.

It's important to talk about potential issues with your new roomie. Consider these topics and download our template to make your rules official!

Okay, sure, "best" is relative. But if you follow these tips, you will definitely have a cool, comfy, everyone-wants-to-hang-out-there dorm room.

Getting ready for college is about way more than buying out the bookstore's apparel section.

Buying your first car in high school or college can be exciting but pretty intimidating. You need to arm yourself with the right information, so start here!

When you pack for college, you can't just bring your entire room with you. You should know what you need and pack it well, so here's a list to help you do it.

These breakfasts are easy, health, and tasty! They'll keep your blood sugar in a healthy range so you don't crash, and they will also keep you full, fuel your brain, provide you with necessary vitamins, and ultimately jump-start your day.

In college you'll learn how to get rich slowly, legitimately, by hard work and pursuing a fruitful career. But during those four years in undergrad--and quite possibly beyond--sometimes you just need pizza money. Fast.

Co-ed dorms aren't the norm at most colleges, but it does happen. So what's it like sharing a dorm with members of the opposite sex? Read on to find out.

Saving money, cutting spending, and even starting a retirement account are all surprisingly within your reach as a college student. (And your future self with definitely thank you!)

What immediately comes to mind when you hear "Greek life"? Parties? Rich students? Hazing? Whatever stereotypes you might have, be ready to throw them out the window.

If you find yourself at a college party, following these do's and don'ts can help you enjoy yourself and keep you safe.

Do you worry that you don't belong on your college campus? That you're not smart or accomplished enough? Many college students do because of a little thing called "imposter syndrome."

You can get a lot more out of freshman orientation than a free T-shirt and lanyard. These tips will help you make the most of this important time in college!

Every student has their own college bucket list: the things they just have to do or see before they graduate. Here are 10 things you should add to your list.

As if getting into college wasn't stressful enough, the transition from high school to campus can be stressful too! Here's how to manage it.

Take heed of this cautionary yet all-too-relatable tale of bad study skills, unhealthy habits, and dorm-room dilemmas...plus a few tips on how to turn things around.

Not clicking with your roomie (to say the least)? These tips should help you spend the school year in good spirits...and not wishing you were living somewhere else.

Scared about sharing your space? There are several things you can do to help you get along with your roommate.

You might be on campus 24/7, but there are still plenty of ways to make the grounds feel like new, not to mention...romantic. Ahem.

Studying abroad is one of the most rewarding experiences students can pursue in college. Here's all the advice you could need to make it happen.

It's pretty easy to take small steps toward sustainable living on campus in three important areas: in transportation, in the residence hall, and in the dining hall.

Hi, overwhelmed, overworked, overtired college student. How are you holding up?

From traveling to staying put, these spring break tips will help you make the most of those seven precious days.

Imagine a secret formula that when activated resulted in increased happiness, better academic outcomes, and improved job prospects for college students. Does that sound like a secret you want to be in on?

Welcome to New York, New York, the city so nice, they named it twice. Considered by some to be the center of the universe, New York is a one-of-a-kind place--not to mention one heck of an extraordinary college town.

As a college-age student, you are in a perfect sweet spot for conflict. So how can you navigate the many inevitable disagreements awaiting you?

Worried you can't personalize your dorm room? There are plenty easy ways to make the space your own--without breaking the rules! We did some research and found the absolute best options.

Sandwiches. They may be the world's most perfect food, and we've put together a list of fancy sandwich ideas perfect for students living in dorms.

Are you feeling overwhelmed about adjusting to campus, classes, homework, or just college life in general? Well, take a deep breath. We've got advice for you.

Though they may not seem like essential parts of preparing for college, playing sports and participating in artistic endeavors cultivate distinct, very different strengths.

There isn't another city quite like it, where cowboys and hipsters orbit the same barbeque and live music joints. It's weird. It's wonderful. It's Austin.

Students of the world, take heed: Evil-doers are loose upon the land, with a quintet of costumed bad guys standing in your way to success on and off campus!

Here, we welcome you to that feisty New England city that is still a quintessential college town, where the Red Sox call home and they love that dirty water: Boston.

In your college search and those first days on campus, you may be unsure of where or who to turn to with questions. That's where this handy guide comes in!

With the newfound freedom of college, it's important that students take the initiative to eat well and within their budgets on their own. Here are two indispensable cooking methods for doing just that.

If you know your way around Model United Nations from high school, you may be able to name quite a few reasons why you'll participate in college--but there are so many you may not have considered.

Saving for college, you probably won't have a lot of extra cash. But what you might have is a smartphone. Plenty of today's applications are devoted to saving money. These are some of our favorites!

College is a big transition for students as they navigate new relationships and try to maintain those back home. Here are some tips to guide you along the way.

College can be a health and fitness minefield for students. But registered dietician and a staple of media experts Sharon Richter shares her top tips for running through it unscathed!

There's no shame in needing a little help, and sometimes you don't know what advice you need. Here's everything you'll want to know before going off to college.

Credit cards: convenience or crutch? If you have one in college, it's important to know how to use it to your benefit—and not your financial undoing.

Before you use that smartphone in your pocket to share something with 10 or 10,000 people, one expert has a few tips for you think about when posting videos and photos.

Whether you study abroad for a few weeks, months, or longer, you are almost certain to discover innumerable, invaluable things about the world, its people, and yourself.

All-nighters might seem like a productive solution to your procrastination problem. But this study technique can actually harm your health! Learn more now.

Are you ready for college? Here are our top tips for kicking butt and taking names on campus, from academics to socializing and everything in between!

When studying abroad, the location or the type of program doesn't seem to matter all that much--it's the experience.

There are a lot of people working behind the scenes at colleges, from provosts to deans and more. Learn about the key roles you can find on every campus here!

Though many campus dining halls offer options, being a vegetarian or vegan can be tough. Here's an ultimate guide to your college cafeteria and beyond.

Ever since you got that college acceptance letter, you have probably heard nothing but "get involved on campus, meet new people, sign up for as much as you can!" from everyone that has been there, done that. Well, get ready, because you are about to hear a little bit more...

With so many options available, studying abroad can be an integral part of your college plan. Is a semester, year-long, or entire program right for you?

There is never a shortage of things to do on campus, so you don't have to spend hours hiding in your room trolling Facebook (even though you will at some point, no doubt about it). You won't be forced to participate in dorm activities, but do yourself a favor and try one or two and join in on the campus fun!

Joining activities can help you meet people and make friends in college. But with so many clubs to choose from, where do you start? This guide can help!

You're probably wondering what college will be like. This glimpse at a day in the life of five college students will help give you a preview of campus life!

Whether you shop at Wal-Mart, Pottery Barn, or the family attic, here are some tips for making your college dorm room as comfortable as your favorite pair of jeans.

Where is that chemistry lab held? How do you connect to the Internet? Where can I get a burger after midnight?! That first week in college can be crazy, but you'll sail through it like an upperclassman if you follow these tips.

The shift from high school to college can be tough, but with the right attitude and determination, the next four years will be some of the best of your life!