College Applications

Learn how to get started on the college application process, explore universities and majors, and learn what you have to do each year of high school to stay on track.

Thank you! Your submission has been received!

Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.

The Application

What you need to know about college applications to feel confident about applying

🗂️

Admissions Process

📃

College Essay

🗣️

College Interview

📖

Student Stories

Ultimate Checklist for Fall of Senior Year in High School

Are you approaching your senior year? Here's what you need to know about the college application process this fall and winter.

Ultimate Guide to College Interviews

How to ace an interview and what kinds of questions you should ask.

Colleges & Majors

Learn the difference between colleges and get help choosing a major

📖

Student Stories

5 Resources to Help You Explore Potential Career Paths

Not sure how to find the right career? Here's a list of resources to help you find the right career for you!

6 Biggest Factors to Consider When Choosing Your Major

Need help choosing a major? This guide will walk you through all of the important criteria to consider when deciding a college major.

Another Way to Define Prestige When Looking at Colleges

What is prestige and what does it have to do with your college application process? Check out this guide to get the answers.

How I Got into a Private University

Looking to apply to a private university? Learn from a student who has been there and has some advice for you!

How To Become A Firefighter

Want to get a job as a firefighter? Info about career planning and pathways for fututre firefighters.

How To Become a Rocket Scientist

Want a job as a rocket scientist? Learn about career paths and planning for those who want a job as a rocket scientist after college.

How To Become a Software Engineer

Want to become an IT professional? Here's how you can become a software engineer.

How to Become a Teacher

Want a job as a teacher after college? Learn about career paths and planning to becoming a teacher.

How to Choose Which Colleges to Apply to

Narrow down your college application list with this helpful advice for rising seniors in high school.

I'm a...

Specific info based on what year you are in high school and resources for first-generation students

👩‍👩‍👧‍👧

🚌

🪩

🎓

🎒

High School Sophomore

📖

Student Stories

7 Goals for Your Senior Year of High School

Starting your last year of high school? Here is what you need to know to succeed during your last year before college.

7 Steps to Submitting the Common App

Looking to apply to college using the Common App? This guide discusses the logistics of it, along with some tips!

8 Ways to Stand Out as an Incoming High School Senior

Advice for incoming high school seniors to stand out this fall and make the most of your last year in high school.

ACT & SAT Exam Guides

Deciding between the SAT and ACT? Helpful breakdown of the tests so you can decide which college entrance exam you should take.

ACT English Prep: Guide to Word Choice, Style and Tone

Free practice guide of the ACT English Section and many other ACT resources available from Fiveable.

ACT English: Guide to Topic Development and Organization

Want a 36? ACT English Practice on topic development/organization. Plus even more ACT Prep resources for you to study with!

ACT Math: Guide to Data Analysis & Representation

In-depth into ACT Math Practice Questions that will help you aim for a 36! We have many ACT resources and prep for your upcoming exam!

ACT Math: Guide to Geometry

Need ACT practice help? Fiveable is here to help. Get ACT Math geometry questions with this guide!

ACT Math: Guide to Modeling

Aiming for that perfect score? Don't miss out on this guide to ACT Math: Modeling from Fiveable.

AP® and SAT® are trademarks registered by the College Board, which is not affiliated with, and does not endorse this website.

College Applications

The Application

Colleges & Majors

I'm a...

About Us

Resources

Stay Connected