A year between high school and college, commonly spent traveling, working, or volunteering, is commonly referred to as a gap year. Formerly a popular option for primarily European students, gap...

With an admissions rate of 7.2%, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is one of the most selective schools in the U.S. MIT is especially famous for its top STEM...

While many colleges still perform in-person interviews through alums local to you, others have turned to video through Skype and other online video platforms. Video can be an especially good...

Studying abroad is one of those stereotypical college experiences that you often see on TV or in movies, but it’s also a real part of college life for many students....

Once you enter the fall semester of your senior year, you will officially be in what is commonly known as college applications “season”, the time in between when college applications...

Starting the college search is sometimes thought of as a milestone moment in your high school career. There might be a lot of talk and anticipation building up to it....

Many students don’t initially realize that there are two primary types of scholarships—need-based and merit scholarships. While need-based scholarships take your financial need into account when determining whether or not...

If you’re an artist, California holds a wealth of opportunities for pursuing and honing your talent. These colleges will allow you to meet like-minded students and do something you love,...

It’s no secret that rejection hurts. Asking out your crush or not getting the job that you wanted can be painful, and getting rejected from one of your top choice...

As a junior or sophomore, you may be looking to the seniors of your high school as they apply for college, anxiously wondering how you can get a headstart. Many...