College Admissions

A look at college admissions, applications, paying for college, campus visits and making the final college decision. Here are the experts on everything from the FAFSA and CSS profile to writing a great Common App essay and exploring campuses.

Dear Friends and Family, Please Keep Your Snarky Opinions About My Teen’s College Choice to Yourself

College Decisions

The Problem With Your College-Bound Teen’s “Dream School”

Paying for College

Ten Things You Need to Know About Undergraduate Student Loans

College Applications

Former AP English Teacher: 5 Rules About Recommendation Letters

College Acceptances

Do Universities Actually Rescind Their Admissions Offers?

College Applications

Higher Numbers of College Applications But Only At Select, Large Schools

Paying for College

College Admissions

Fifteen Biggest Financial Aid and FAFSA Mistakes

How Do You Visit Colleges Without Leaving Home?

Four Reasons Why Small, Rural Liberal Arts Colleges Are a Good Choice

How Do You Start the College Conversation With Your Teen?

Kicking Off the College Process: Jacques Steinberg and Eric J. Furda Q&A