When Applying Early to College Can Pay Off

The college admission code isn’t a code that can be cracked easily. There are no hard and fast rules that apply for all colleges and the selection criteria aren’t entirely objective. But data can provide us with some clues into admission chances.
The College Cost Breakdown: Expenses Beyond Tuition

Think college tuition is the only big cost? Think again. Learn how to budget for housing, supplies, transportation, and more.
Automatic Academic Scholarships For Freshmen

Today, we bring you information about easy academic scholarships for freshmen, or first year students.
Federal Service Academies: What You Need to Know

Many of you we’ve noticed have been disheartened with the lackluster advice available for applying to federal service academies. Not to fear!
Problem with New FAFSA Rollout Delays Financial Aid Offers

Due to difficulties rolling out the new FAFSA application for the unavoidably rocky 2023-2024 cycle, critics of this purported update to the financial aid system now wonder whether the changes will be worth it in the end.
Ways to Pay for College: Parents Edition

Gather around; let’s talk about how to pay for college, parents.
How to Get into RSI (Research Science Institute)

Interested in gaining some technical research experience? Research opportunities for teens in lab settings are sparse, so consider RSI.
Merit Scholarships Roundup

Looking for scholarships that focus on your academic accomplishments? Our research team has recently rounded up top opportunities.
The Real Cost of College

You may think you know what the cost of your college degree will be…but have you factored in all the hidden fees?