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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.

FAFSA vs. CSS Profile: What’s the Difference?

Confused by college financial aid? Learn the key differences between FAFSA and CSS Profile to maximize your grants, scholarships, and loans.

Before You Submit: 7 Last-Minute Essay Mistakes to Catch

Catch last-minute essay mistakes to strengthen your college application. In this article, we’ll show you how to fix 7 sneaky errors before you submit.

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.

Essay Scoop: MIT Essays

Are you looking for advice as you approach the MIT essays? You've come to the right place. Competition is fierce, so it's important to best present yourself.

Essay Scoop: How to Answer Brown Essays

Below we provide some advice on how to approach each question in the application for the Brown essays. Join us!

Characteristics Colleges Look for in Students

The characteristics colleges look for in students, while perhaps not all that unexpected, should be considered before you submit your application.

Roundup: Best West Coast Colleges To Consider

The following list of schools draws upon our recommendations and research to present our roundup of best west coast colleges.

What is an Interest Quotient in College Apps?

If you have a first choice college come application time, it's in your best interest to effectively demonstrate interest in that college. Whereas with personal relationships we sometimes don't want to come across as overly invested too early, colleges are the opposite. A college wants to know how interested you are in attending their institution.

Should I Enroll in a Pre-College Program?

So, how do you know whether you should enroll in a pre-college program? Start by asking yourself the following questions.

Popular Majors for Business School Students

What can give you a leg up to a top business school? Learn how to select the best undergraduate majors for business school later.

Essay Scoop: University of Chicago Essays

Knowing that the University of Chicago essays may surprise you, let's take a look at past prompts to help you prepare!

Should You Take the SAT or ACT?

You don't want to waste time studying and taking both. How do you decide between the SAT or ACT?

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