All Find colleges Articles

Several schools in Ann Arbor hold summer events.
student life

College Towns with Exciting Summer Events

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
Most students are only on campus from August to May, but quite a few also stay in their college town during the summer months, whether they call the area home, are taking summer courses, or they work in town. Attending college is about education, of course, but it’s also about the experience. The town you …
Joe Biden was a commencement speaker for Cornell University.
student life

The Celebrity Commencement Speakers for the Class of 2017

By Ellen AndersenLast updated on December 22, 2022
We are in the midst of graduation season. And, there are plenty of reasons seniors are happy about that. For many schools across the country, one of the graduates gives a short speech. At some universities, though, we hear words of wisdom (hopefully) from award-winning authors, famous actors, and political figures. Here are some highlights …
Students on Northwestern's campus -- wondering "what's the best college for me?"
college search

8 Questions to Help Narrow Your College List

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 10, 2025
How many schools are on your first list of potential colleges? Between scholarship applications and ACT/SAT prep, you likely won’t be able to send applications to every single institution that interests you – much less visit them all. Instead, you’ll want to create a shortlist of schools. Follow these tips and ask these questions to …
Trump's budget proposal limits the income-driven repayment plan.
college news & trends

How Trump’s Proposed Budget Would Change Income-Driven Student Loan Repayment Plans

By Allison WignallLast updated on March 24, 2025
6/1/2017 The president’s administration recently released his budget proposal for education, and though Congress has yet to accept or deny the proposal, people on all sides are talking about the implications of the plan. In addition to the proposed elimination of the Public Student Loan Forgiveness programs (PSLF), the budget also calls for raising the …
Here are some good questions to ask alumni during your college search process
college search

College Search: Questions to Ask College Alumni

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
During your college search, there are quite a few things you should be doing including research into various schools, visiting the campus, and talking to students and representatives. One step some students forget about though is talking to alumni from that particular college. Your best bet is to talk to people who graduated in your …
What are some of the benefits of going to college online if you're a veteran?
college comparisons

Why Military Veterans Should Look to Online Colleges

By Jenn FrenchLast updated on December 22, 2022
Life in the military is tough, but life after the military can be even tougher. Many vets are exceedingly employable, equipped with skills that many employers seek out. But, a regular job at a regular company often seems either unfeasible or unsatisfying. On one hand, it seems absurd that a veteran should find it so …
Many people wonder what to wear to a college campus visit
college search

What Should I Wear to a College Campus Visit?

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
A college visit is an excellent way to narrow down your top picks. Your dream school may feel like home, or it may feel unsatisfying, prompting you to look at other colleges. Either way, a visit can help you make the big decision of where to attend. So, understandably, college visits are a pretty big …
TED talks for college students
tips tools & advice

4 MORE Great TED Talks for College Students

By Liz SkogerboeLast updated on December 22, 2022
We’ve got another post with great TED Talks for college students. If you haven’t had a chance yet, check out our first post, where we feature another 4 amazing TED talks for college students that you can learn a lot from. Why Some of Us Don’t Have One True Calling—Emilie Wapnick Emilie Wapnick is a career …

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Join thousands of students and parents learning about finding the right college, admissions secrets, scholarships, financial aid, and more.