The college application process has many steps, so staying organized throughout the process is key. Without a proper college application checklist, it's easy to get overwhelmed and lose track of important deadlines. That's why we've put together a detailed guide to help you along the way.

Learn how to prepare for a college fair, what to bring, key questions to ask admissions reps, and how to follow up to find your best-fit college.

Confused about student loans? Learn how they work, the differences between federal and private loans, repayment options, and alternatives like scholarships and grants.

Writing an essay can be the most intimidating part of the college admissions process, but it doesn't have to be. Show colleges the real you by following these steps.

Applying to college may seem like one big step toward your future, but you'll be more successful — and less stressed — if you instead see that journey as dozens of smaller steps.

A "test-optional" college or university is one that doesn't require you to submit SAT or ACT scores with your application. Here's what that means for you.

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.

What does it mean to be waitlisted? When do waitlist decisions come out? Find answers to these & other questions about being waitlisted by your dream school.

Discover how to prepare for your first semester in college with 14 tips for success. Explore practices & habits that will help you through your first year.

Learn the ins and outs of funding for college in our guide to financial aid. Review different types of financial aid, who’s eligible, and where to find it.

Learn how to prepare your student for college. Explore some tips to help you navigate this new chapter as your student gets ready to embark on their college journey.

Learn what to do after you’ve received your acceptance letter for college. Answer questions, such as “How long do I have to accept a college admission offer?”

Choosing a college major is an important decision for any student. Parents, here are a few tips for helping your student choose a college or university major.

Earn college credit before even taking a single college-level class — that’s the promise of AP exams, which reward students for demonstrated skill in specific areas.

Whether your athletic interests include intramurals, club sports or a Division I, II or III team, the road to college athletics begins the moment you enter high school.

There are more things you can do to improve your chance of getting into your top-choice school that aren’t captured on your formal college application. A lot of them fall into a category called “demonstrated interest,” a tool used by many — but not all — schools to try to predict how likely it is that a student they admit will enroll at their college.

With a full tank of gas, the perfect playlist and a well-crafted plan, you'll have everything you need to organize the ultimate college visit road trip.

Adjusting to any new change in life is challenging, and going away to college is no different. Having allergies just adds another wrinkle to the mix. But with the right preparation and precautions, you can successfully navigate college life with food allergies, just like millions of others have done before.

To make the most of your campus tour, you need to ask the right questions — ones that get to the heart of what you're looking for in a college experience. This list will get you started.

With the Coalition App (powered by Scoir) and Common App, applying to multiple colleges is faster and easier than ever. But what are the differences between these two application aggregators? Do colleges that accept both, such as Bucknell, prefer one over the other?