How Make the Most of a College Fair
Are you attending a college fair soon and feeling overwhelmed? Read our tips for how to prepare for your college fair, including which schools to visit, what questions to ask, and how to follow up after.
Who Benefits From Early Decision?
How does Early Decision benefit students and colleges? What is the impact of Early Decision on Regular Decision admissions programs, and why are more colleges using Early Decision to fill almost half of their incoming classes? Find out the answers to all of these questions and more!
Early Admissions Decisions: Your Next Steps
After receiving your college decisions for early admissions, there are a variety of actions you can – and should – take. If you’ve accepted a binding admissions decision, we’ll tell you how to start off your college career on the right foot. If not, we’ll help you maximize your admissions chances going forward.
College Applicant Portals
Why should students take the time to set up a college applicant portal? Read on to find out more about the functionality of these online platforms and why it’s important to follow through and set up your account.
Tips for Creating a College Application Video Submission
Several highly selective colleges now offer the opportunity to submit a short video with your college application. Check out our advice for giving your top schools a glimpse of your unique character.
College Interviews
Everything you’ve ever wanted to know about college interviews, including the role they play in the admissions process, changing college policies, how to prepare, and tips for interview day.
Behind the Scenes of America’s Top Art Programs, Part IX: Admissions Process
This is the ninth post of a 10-part series on "Behind the Scenes of America's Top Undergraduate Art Programs." We provide you with an inside look at the admissions process for arts programs, including the admissions factors and application components. Read our tips on how to be a successful candidate!
Crafting Your College List, Part II: College Visits
In part two of our step-by-step guide to Crafting Your College List, we will help you narrow down a list of schools for you to research further, and then visit, either in-person or virtually. You will start to see your preferences emerge more clearly with each visit, and your college list will come into focus!