The 2026–2027 FAFSA is now open. Learn how to apply, what the Student Aid Index means, and how to estimate your family’s college costs.

Ivy League and other selective colleges face growing oversight and scrutiny, prompting shifts in transparency, priorities, and how applications are reviewed. For the Class of 2026, the takeaway is clear: focus on what you can control—strong academics, meaningful involvement, and authentic essays. These changes highlight what has always mattered most: thoughtful, genuine applications.

Unlock the secrets to acing super-selective college admissions with insider tips from former Harvard, USC and Michigan admissions officers.

Starting spring 2025, the ACT will be shorter and offer an optional Science section, providing a more flexible and student-friendly test.

You’ve waited for a decision since submitting your application back in October and just received one. It isn’t a yes or no. It’s a maybe...

The weekend was exciting as our daughters participated in March Madness Mania, carefully choosing their brackets based on school colors...

“I didn’t get admitted to my intended major, but I know students with similar grades and test scores who were. Why is that?” Each year, I...

Discover the perfect fit for you with our list of colleges with late application deadlines. It's not too late to find your dream college!

Facing a deferral from a college can be disheartening, but it's far from the end of the road. In fact, a deferral is an opportunity to...

Burned out after submitting early applications. It's ok to reconsider your coll

In a groundbreaking development, Michigan's higher education landscape is undergoing a transformation to make college dreams a reality...

“What do you mean UNC is a reach school for me? They have a 23% admit rate, and my grades and test scores are in the 50th percentile!”...

“The seniors at my high school were slaughtered in this year’s admissions cycle,” a junior dramatically declared recently. He then asked...

“We really want our son to go to Harvard.” (Parent) “Will you qualify for financial aid, or have you budgeted for $330,000 for your son’s...

Regular decision notifications are underway! Many colleges tend to notify applicants in advance of their official dates, so check out...

As a college consultant, I estimate I spend half my day correcting students and parents on things they’ve heard about college admissions....

So you want to major in computer science? Everything you need to know about applying to colleges as a computer science major.

Whether you’re getting a late start on your college applications or are revisiting your college list due to decisions received in the...

Ways to support your student while they wait for college admission decisions.

There are many reasons a student’s application may be deferred or postponed (these terms are used synonymously by admissions). Admissions...