Wondering how to know if a college is the right fit? Learn what to consider, from academics and campus culture to career outcomes and cost.

Looking for colleges with great internship opportunities? Learn the key signs of a strong internship program and how to evaluate your options.

Wondering what you can do with an international relations degree? Explore careers in diplomacy, government, business, journalism, law and more.

Explore whether a liberal arts college is worth it in 2026, including career readiness, flexibility, tradeoffs and outcomes.

Do extracurricular activities really matter for college admissions, or are they overrated? The answer might surprise you. Before you overload your schedule with clubs, sports or volunteer hours, here’s what colleges are actually looking for and what truly makes a difference.

Today, we're celebrating our 100th episode of College Admissions Insider by tackling our biggest topic yet: the state and future of higher education.

What better guest to invite than someone who's dedicated their career to championing lifelong learning? That person is John Bravman, who currently serves as the 17th president of Bucknell University.

In this last episode in our College Planning Timeline series, Becca and Brooke cover tips, tricks and application insights for high school seniors.

Junior year is often the most pivotal part of the college search process. From course selection and academic performance to researching schools and planning campus visits, the decisions students make in 11th grade can shape their college options. In this episode of College Admissions Insider, we break down key steps students should take to make the most of this important year.

Once you arrive at college, you'll encounter a whole new set of terms that you might not have heard. To help you prepare, we've collected a few of these essential terms below.

In our College Planning Timeline series, Becca and Brooke are offering a step-by-step action plan to take you from 9th through 12th grade and beyond. In this episode, we'll cover tips and best practices for students who are sophomores in high school.

In the next four episodes of College Admissions Insider, Becca and Brooke will be walking you through our college planning timeline, offering a step by step action plan to take you from 9th grade through 12th grade and beyond. In this episode, we’ll cover tips and best practices for students who are in their first year in high school.

In this episode of College Admissions Insider, we'll explore some of the ways colleges are implementing AI assistance, how that impacts the experience for students and families, and what it means for the future of higher ed.

Learn how to study abroad in college — from choosing the right program to understanding costs.

In this episode, we talk about why demonstrated interest has become increasingly important in recent years, what counts as meaningful engagement, and what students should and shouldn't do as they try to stand out.

Learn the key differences between Early Decision and Early Action, plus how to decide which is right for you.

In this episode of College Admissions Insider, we'll learn why interviews are valuable in the admissions process, what you can do to practice and prepare, and how building interviewing skills can benefit you in the future.

Here’s a practical guide for school counselors looking to write powerful, authentic recommendation letters that stand out.

Learn how to find and apply for college scholarships. Fund your college experience with scholarships, grants and more.

In this episode of College Admissions Insider, we're diving into what it's really like to attend a college far from home. From culture shock to homesickness to learning how to fly solo (literally and figuratively), we're sharing stories and insights that can help you decide just how far you're willing — or excited — to go.

For some students, their dream school might be right down the road. While for others, it's a road trip, train or plane ride away. On today's episode of College Admissions Insider, we'll talk about attending school far from home, what that means for your college search, and more importantly, your college experience. Our guest is with my colleague Cameron Walsh, a regional associate director of admissions at Bucknell.