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
13 Tips for Adding Activities & Awards on Your University of California (UC) Application
Applying to Berkeley? UCLA? UC Davis? Tips for activities section on the University of California (UC) Application.
8 Examples of College Essays That Worked
How to write your college essay: examples of college essays that answer the Common App, Coalition App, and school-specific writing prompts!
College Essay Tips for First-Gen Students
Are you first in your family to go to college? Need help writing your college essay? Here are tips for you!
How to Craft an Elevator Pitch for Your College Interview
Tell me about yourself. Can you answer this question? In this guide, learn how to adapt an elevator pitch for a college interview!
How to Prep for a College Interview
Tips to ace a college interview, mock interview questions, and even what it means to dress business casual!
How to Prepare for the UC Applications (California)
Thinking about applying to University of California schools? Learn about UC requirements here including Berkeley, UCLA, Davis, Irvine and more!
How to Write a College Essay
This comprehensive guide includes a step by step process to make college essay writing easy!
How to Write a Personal Statement (A Crash Course)
Easy to understand guide on writing the Common App and personal statement essay for your college application.
Tips for the Personal Insight Questions on the UC Application
Applying to a University of California school? Check out the personal insight questions on the UC application and some tips for success.

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
ACT Math: Guide to Stats & Probability
Get a 36 on your ACT! Practice stats questions found on the ACT Math section and get other FREE ACT resources!
ACT Math: How to Use Your Calculator
Want some ACT math tips and how to complete some problems on a calculator? Check this guide out!
ACT Reading Practice: Craft and Structure
Practicing for the ACT Reading? Helpful info on Craft and Structure to help you get a 36 on your exam!
ACT Science: Guide to Evaluation of Models & Experimental Results
Get a 36 with this ACT Science guide of valuation of models and results. Find more ACT resources from Fiveable!
ACT Writing: Guide to Developing Your Essay
Fiveable is here to help you get a 36 on your ACT! Learn how to write your ACT Essay and be prepared for test day!
ACT Writing: Guide to Ideas & Analysis
Analysis is an important part of your ACT Essay! Score as high as you can with Fiveable's free ACT resources for high school students.
ACT Writing: Guide to Organizing Your Essay
Increase your ACT Essay score with this guide to organizing your essay! Find more Fiveable free ACT practice, tips, and strategies to help you study!
ACT Writing: Guide to Rubric Scoring
Feel more confident about the ACT Writing section with this breakdown of the rubric scoring.
ACT vs SAT: Which Should I Take?
Deciding between the SAT and ACT? Check out this guide to help choose which standardized test you should take.