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Forbes named the 2026 New Ivies. See all 20 public and private colleges that hiring executives prefer over the Ivy League, and what it means for your kid.
Learn how to build a balanced college list with the right mix of reach, target, and safety schools. Expert guidance every parent needs for college planning.
What should rising seniors actually do the summer before 12th grade? Skip the overpriced programs and focus on what college admissions officers truly value.
Discover how many AP classes colleges actually expect, what the research shows about course rigor, and how to build the right schedule for your child.
Extracurricular activities make up 30% of college admissions decisions. Learn the tier system, the spike strategy, and what selective colleges truly value.
Class of 2030 early admit rates hit record lows at Yale (10.9%), MIT (5.5%), and more. Here's the month-by-month plan every junior's family needs now.
The SAT and ACT both changed in 2025. Compare formats, timing, scores, and superscoring to help your student choose the right college admissions test.
SAT and ACT scores are required again at over 50 colleges, and test submissions are up 11%. Here are the schools that require tests and a prep timeline.
Explore the 10 most popular college majors for 2025 with salary data, job outlooks, and AI impact ratings to help your student choose the right career path.