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During the first year at Harvard, there is so much to see and to do. Every experience feels new, and there are so many people to meet! It can be […]

In this UChicago financial aid guide, CollegeAdvisor.com Admissions Expert Arielle breaks down the process of how she paid for college: from applying to UChicago to graduation. For more guidance on […]

With over 5,000 colleges and universities in the U.S, it can be very nerve-wracking to determine which institution is the right one for you. In this guide, I will walk […]

What is the difference between a quarter and a semester system? Traditionally, universities and colleges will have one of two academic calendars: a traditional semester system or a quarter system. […]

As a prospective Georgetown student, there’s a good chance that you’re at least curious about taking one or two Government classes. As a student, I loved the flexibility of the […]

With just about two weeks until most regular decision deadlines are due (January 1), we’ve put together a quick college application checklist to help you feel as confident as possible […]

Photographer: Kelly Sikkema | Source: Unsplash In this article, CollegeAdvisor.com Admissions Expert Becky Weinstein will walk you through the “extracurricular hook” – developing your extracurriculars into a hook for college […]

First off, if you’re reading this because you just got accepted or are planning on attending Brown, congrats! Brown is such a great place that fosters and promotes creative expression […]

COVID-19 brought unprecedented changes to the airline industry, closed millions of businesses, and now, it’s shaping the future of college admissions. In April, the University of California system announced that […]

In this article, former admissions officer and Head of Advising at CollegeAdvisor.com Lauren Lynch shares how students can showcase their unique traits and stand out during the college application process. […]

Preparing for College by Completing Two Years of Dual Enrollment in High School In this article, CollegeAdvisor.com Admissions Expert Zoe Edington shares her experience with dual enrollment in high school […]

Motaz Fallata was always encouraged to pursue higher education by his father, but, like many international applicants, he had a hard time figuring out the American college application process. Of […]

Going to an elite university was always the goal for Luke Smith. He had good grades, grew up surrounded by people who also attended college, and had a basic understanding […]

For 1-on-1 help with your college applications from CollegeAdvisor.com’s Admissions Experts, register with CollegeAdvisor.com today. Born and raised in Norway, Line dreamed of exploring the world ever since she was […]

Penn State (PSU), aptly named Happy Valley, is a gorgeous campus with a myriad of things to see and do. The bustling campus can feel overwhelming for new students trying […]

For many prospective Cornell applicants, it can be intimidating to consider spending several years in a small, rural town. When it comes to student life at Cornell, students often have […]

Photographer: Nguyen Dang Hoang Nhu | Source: Unsplash In this article, CollegeAdvisor.com admissions expert Finn covers standardized testing as well as test prep strategies. For more help with building a […]

Photographer: Alyssa Ledesma | Source: Unsplash In this article, CollegeAdvisor.com admissions expert Zoe Edington shares tips on how to prepare for college during your sophomore year of high school. For […]

The Social Sciences division is full of interesting majors, from Women, Gender, and Sexual Studies to African American Studies. One of the most fruitful processes for me at Harvard was […]

Photographer: Pedro Lastra | Source: Unsplash With the number of applicants rising every year, college admissions can be extremely competitive. A traditional university, however, is not the only route to […]

The following article features recent Northwestern University admit Bridgette, who was a member of CollegeAdvisor.com’s Scholars Program. For more information about our programming and personal guidance about the college application […]