Choosing the right college is one of the most pivotal decisions a young adult makes, yet it’s not about aiming for the biggest names or top rankings. As I’ve found in my own college search, success in ...

Recent research shows the college application process has become a major source of stress for high school students. Over half rank applications as their most stressful academic experience, and nearly ...

Scholarships are a fantastic way to help pay for college, but finding college scholarships can be a real challenge. If you're trying to figure out how you'll pay for college, you've probably heard ...

It may be harder than ever to get into the Ivy League, but fortunately it’s easier than ever to find outstanding alternatives. Counselors say if you look hard enough, you’re bound to find a school ...

Finding the right college can be stressful. Much is at stake, and you don’t want to make the wrong decision! We get it. We talk to thousands of students every year who are on the same quest to find ...

Paying for college can be a major financial challenge for students and their families. Scholarships are one of the best ways to reduce the cost of higher education, and the internet offers many ...

What if I told you that elite doesn't mean best. That the dream school you have in mind for you or your child's college education doesn't exist. In other words, that there is not a single perfect, ...

The College Scorecard has gotten a makeover. And no, this has nothing to do with your March Madness bracket. The Scorecard is an online trove of federal data that can help prospective students choose ...

Applying for college is stressful for high-school juniors and seniors, but figuring out how to pay for it all can be a nightmare for parents and kids alike. It’s even harder for students who are the ...

Tips to lessen the cost of college. — -- Everyone knows college is expensive, but there are a few tricks to bring down the cost. As a reporter who covers money-saving topics, one question I'm ...

When I decided to enroll in community college, I saw the experience only as an avenue to attend a local four-year university. Due in part to the stigma surrounding two-year colleges, I went in with ...