College Applications

Learn how to get started on the college application process, explore universities and majors, and learn what you have to do each year of high school to stay on track.
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The Application

What you need to know about college applications to feel confident about applying
Ultimate Checklist for Fall of Senior Year in High School
Are you approaching your senior year? Here's what you need to know about the college application process this fall and winter.
Ultimate Guide to College Interviews
How to ace an interview and what kinds of questions you should ask.

Colleges & Majors

Learn the difference between colleges and get help choosing a major
Private vs. Public Colleges: What’s the Difference?
Understand public vs private school, including Ivy Leagues, with this college guide to help you choose the best option for you!
The 5 Best Majors If You Want to Work With Animals
Love animals? Want a job working with animals? Learn about 5 college majors for animal lovers.
What It's Like Majoring in Art
Want a job in art? Learn about career paths and planning to have a professional future in an art role.
What it's like Majoring in History
History nerds unite! Learn what majoring in history in college is like to help you decide if you want to choose that pathway.
What’s the Difference Between an Associate’s and Bachelor's Degree?
Learn the types of college degrees to help you figure out what your next steps whether you're looking at a 2 or 4 year degree, public or private school.

I'm a...

Specific info based on what year you are in high school and resources for first-generation students
How to Write a Brag Sheet to Improve Your College Recommendation Letters
Set yourself apart by sharing your involvement in clubs, extracurriculars and achievements with those writing your college letters of recommendation.
Is College Right for You?
Do you have to go to college? Learn how to decide what your next steps whether it's college, trade school, gap year or the workforce.
Is the ACT Hard?
Learn about the difficulty of the ACT to help you decide if you should take the college entrance exam.
Is the SAT Hard? Is the SAT Worth It?
Determine if the SAT is the test for you. College entrance exam demystified with this guide.
PSAT: Complete Guide to the Math Section
Learn about the PSAT math section; everything from exam structure to test-taking strategies to a review what types of questions to study with examples.
PSAT: Complete Guide to the Reading Section
A complete overview of everything you need to expect for the PSAT reading section, with question examples, explanations, and helpful strategies.
PSAT: Complete Guide to the Writing & Language Section
Discover the types of questions you might see on the PSAT writing section as well as provide a grammar review and advice.
Private vs. Public Colleges: What’s the Difference?
Understand public vs private school, including Ivy Leagues, with this college guide to help you choose the best option for you!
Pros & Cons of Dual Enrollment for High Schoolers
Earning college credit with Dual Credit and Dual Enrollment. Learn which one is right for you!