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5 Keys to Life Stability While Earning Your Degree

School is in session, and with it comes the stress of balancing your academic, social, and work lives. Here are some tips to help you manage it all.

by Rachelle Wilber

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How Do I Start the Internship Search and Who Can Help?

Wondering where you can find an internship or who can help you along the way? Check out all the great advice from our college internship experts!

by Donald K. Sherman; Nancy A. Shenker; Bill Coplin

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What Does Diversity Really Mean on Your College Campus?

Diversity goes far beyond race on college campuses. If you're wondering what a diverse campus really looks like, here's an inside look from a student.

by Maria Martinolich

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Top College and Financial Aid Application Terms You Need to Know

When it comes to college and financial aid applications. a lot of words are thrown around that you may not know yet. Use this list to help you stay on track.

by Srivarsha Rayasam

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Top 3 Strategies for Writing Your Best College Personal Statement

The personal statement is an important part of the college admission process. So how do you write your best essay? Here are three key strategies to follow.

by Kristen Moon

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7 Great Opportunities for Students to Volunteer Online

Your volunteering efforts don't have to be put on hold during the pandemic. Check out these ways you can create a real-life impact through online action.

by DoSomething.org

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4 Important Tips for Finding Your Medical Residency Program

You've figured out what kind of doctor you want to be—congrats! Here's how to choose a residency by exploring your motivations, seeking mentors, and more.

by Dr. Amin Azzam

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3 Tips to Help First–Year Students With Homesickness

It's normal to miss your old life during freshman year. If you're feeling homesick, here are three ways to turn your college into your new home away from home!

by Christiane Townsend

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How to Use Your Potential Major to Guide the College Search

Many factors go into finding the right college, from location to scholarships to sports. Where does your major fit in? Here's how it impacts your search.

by Leah Pierre

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How Important Is GPA in the Admission Process?

Yes, it's true that grades are very important in the college admission process...but that doesn't mean you need a perfect GPA to get into college.

by Francesca Morrissey; Robyn Scott; Rhiannon Schade; Cyndy McDonald

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How to Help Your Reluctant Student Start Planning for College

High school is when college conversations begin in earnest, but sometimes students don't readily engage. Here's how parents can help get the ball rolling.

by Joanna Nesbit

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Student–Friendly Ways to Make Money in Your Spare Time

Between your classes, extracurriculars, and you know, having a life, you probably don't have a lot of spare time to earn money. Luckily, you can earn some spending cash in the little time you do have with these small jobs and services.

by Emily Rogan

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Scholarship Search Best Practices You Need to Follow

Need help paying for college? Then you should take the scholarship search as seriously as you would your college search by following these tips!

by Claire Carter

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The Best Ways to Make Your College Search More Engaging

The college search process can sometimes feel like nothing more than arduous research. Liven it up with these more engaging ways to learn about schools.

by Jhanvi Wong

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Best Practices and Advice for Writing College Recommendation Letters

Recommendation letters are important in college admission—especially counselor recommendations. Here's some advice on writing them for your students.

by Jennifer Severini-Kresock

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Easy Ways to Get Involved With Music in College

It's easy to get involved with music in college, even if it's not your major. Learn about the groups, classes, and performances you can enjoy on campus!

by Peyton Shannon

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4 Reasons You Should Study for the SAT or ACT This Summer

It's finally summer! Though you deserve some time poolside, don't let your brain turn to mush. Here's why summer is a great time to up your test prep game.

by Kate Ballard-Rosa

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30 Questions You Need to Ask Before Choosing a College

As you search for colleges, questions are bound to come up. But are you asking the right ones? Here's a comprehensive list of questions you need to ask.

by CollegeXpress

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5 Tips to Make Adjusting to a New University and Culture Easier

Adjusting to college is difficult—and infinitely more so for international students in a new culture. Use these tips to help you adjust to university life.

by Keith Gramling

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Top Tips for Writing and Editing Your University Apps

Good organization, writing, and editing are important to any college application and admission essay. An international student offers her best advice here!

by Saraphin Yamba