college advice

College Reality Check: Learn This Long Before You Leave

College is a great time, but don't fool yourself into thinking it's going to be this perfect experience. Here's a reality check and advice you need to keep in mind.

by Kelli Dolan
Senior Assistant Editor & Counselor Communications Coordinator, CollegeXpress

3 Smart Ways to Find the College Advice You Really Need

There's a lot of college advice out there, and often it comes to you unsolicited. Here's how to find the admission tips and tricks you should be listening to.

by Katherine Price
Founder, College Mindset

Good, Bad, and Unnecessary College Application Advice You Need to Know

You'll hear a lot of advice during the college application process, but it won't be all good! Here's what you should listen to and what you can ignore.

by Kara E. Joyce
Freelance Writer

6 Valuable Tips for College Life Beyond the Classroom

Student writer Zia just finished her first semester of college and wants to share her newfound wisdom to make your first semester the most successful it can be.

by Zia Sampson
CollegeXpress Student Writer, Loyola University New Orleans

5 Important Things to Do When You Start College

Freshman year is a hectic, overwhelming time. Here's some advice to help you get through it as smoothly as possible.

by Shivani Ekkanath
CollegeXpress Student Writer

The Pressure of Being a First-Generation Student

A look at some of the stresses you may face as a first-generation student and ways to alleviate the pressure. Plus, some of the positives of being the first in your family to go to college!

by Callista Tyson
CollegeXpress Student Writer