How to Go to College With Your High School Friends and Still Meet New People
Students who attended college with friends from high school share tips for how to maintain old relationships while meeting new friends and taking advantage of college.
Getting Into College
Great essays? Test scores? Winning applications? Get what you need to help get into the college of your dreams.
How to Write Admission Essays That Get You Noticed and Get You In
So many students stress over their college admission essays. Story2 helps you write admission essays that get you noticed and get you in.
6 Major Things COVID Changed About the SAT and ACT Exams
There’s nothing standard about standardized testing this year. Keep up with rapidly changing testing policies.
6 Ways the Pandemic May Influence College Admissions Trends
Here are six admissions trends to be aware of as you’re applying to and enrolling in college.
6 Remote Learning Tips to Ace Your Online Classes
Expert tips on performing your best in class this year, even if you’re not “in class”.
How to Build Your College Application Résumé, Even During COVID-19
Many extracurricular activities may not reopen until there’s a COVID-19 vaccine. Get expert advice on how you can still deliver a stand-out résumé.
How Important Is It to Be Taught by Tenured Professors?
There are countless factors to consider when choosing a college. One that doesn’t get much attention is access to tenured professors.
The Benefits of an HBCU: In College and Beyond
Students and professors share their thoughts on why attending an HBCU is so valuable.
7 Schools That Don’t Require Freshmen to Live On Campus
While living on campus can be a major part of the college experience, you don’t always have to live on campus freshmen year.
College Athletes Share the Real Pros and Cons of Playing Sports
If you’re asking yourself the “to play or not to play” question, information from recent student athletes could help you make the right choice.
This Mom Revamps Approach to Helping Her Second Kid with College
With 11 years to reflect, she’s doing the college process differently this time around. Here’s what she learned and how you can apply her lessons.
8 Things Parents Wish They Knew Before They Moved Their Kid to College
Real parents who've been through the freshman move share what they wish they knew before the big day.
What Parents Need to Do for a Smooth Freshman Move-in Day
A well-conceived game plan will be invaluable for making move-in day go smoothly for both you and your kid.