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College Admission Headlines: January 2026

What’s the latest in college admission headlines? Get caught up to speed with a skimmable roundup of policy updates, news, and trends in January 2026.

CU Boulder vs. Colorado State University [2026 Comparison]

CU Boulder vs. CSU: Compare academics, cost, student life, and career prospects to find your best fit between Colorado’s top universities.

Challenges International Students Face Abroad: Online Help

MIT vs. Caltech: Which Engineering School is Right for You?

Discover the key differences between MIT and Caltech in 2026. From academic rigor to salary ROI, see which engineering powerhouse is right for you.

Internships: What and Why You Need to Know Before College

Today, we're talking about the potential field you face approaching internships sometime in the next few years.

Economics: This Major Covers A Wide Breadth Of Skills

next year or two? Just got into college and not sure what to pursue? Today, we'll explore one option to help you broaden your horizons... an economics major may be the answer for you.

Junior’s College List Doesn’t Match Parent Expectations?

How can you move forward when your junior's college list doesn't match parent expectations?

Is Changing Major In College Hard? Be Prepared

Make sure you know the implications of being indecisive; because the stakes can be significant. Let's discuss what it really takes to succeed at changing major in college.

Why Colleges Value Authentic Not Competitive Candidates

After assessing the problem, Empowerly posits that being authentic, not competitive, in college applications may perform better.

Private School vs. Public School: Which Is Right For You?

Parents: are you still struggling with the decision between private vs. public school for your young student?

What You Should Look for in a College’s Surrounding Town

Once you've established that the university campus you're considering is great, and that everything appears to be right in line with what you were looking for, you also need to look around town. AÂ beautiful campus is one thing, but the surrounding area also needs to meet some basic needs. And even if it has what you need, it is equally important that you feel safe.Â Â

It’s March! Have a Conversation with your Ninth Grader!

You'll need to make decisions about academics and co-curricular activities together! So, why not set aside some time to have a conversation with your ninth grader?

What to Look for in a Dorm While on a College Tour

The biggest hang up for a lot of rising freshman is university dorm life, and for a good reason: many people at the mere thought of having to share a room with a stranger go into panic attacks. So it should go without saying that a dorm experience can make or break a freshman. If it goes well, it can set up a positive college experience for the entire four years. If it goes poorly, it might even be the catalyst towards dropping out. No one wants that! So let's talk about what to look for in dorms while you're in the midst of a college tour.

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