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What am I looking for? Does this school have the major I want? Is it a “good” school? Narrow down your choices with these helpful tips.
Balancing Act: Tips for Adults Returning to College
Considering going back to college? You’re in good company. Nontraditional students now make up the majority of US undergraduates, [...]
Campus Visit Checklist
Every college visit should have at least two dimensions: formal and informal. Use this checklist to begin your planning. [...]
Career and Technical Colleges
If you have a clear-cut career goal and would like to get into the job market quickly, you may want [...]
College Rankings: What Do They Really Mean?
Various magazines publish their college rankings issues every year, generating a lot of attention from the media, colleges, and [...]
College Types
While no two are exactly alike, most colleges fit into one or more of the following categories: Liberal arts [...]
Guide to International University Admission
This 2023 edition of the Guide to International University Admission responds to the growing desire among high school counselors [...]
Large or Small College?
Close your eyes. When you think about college, do you picture a compact campus where you run into friends [...]
NACAC’s Guide to the College Admission Process
NACAC's favorite perennial resource, the Guide to the College Admission Process, has been updated to reflect current trends, tasks, [...]
The College Visit
Admission offices are open all year, but visiting when classes are in session is best. If you visit in [...]
The Overnight Visit
Many colleges offer prospective students the chance to spend the night in a dorm room. Some colleges set aside [...]