American Colleges

Some people are debating whether college is worth all the money. You can make sure it's worth your dollars.

Oct 21, 2009 - Kaitlin Ugolik

Use this universal system to submit forms to school online. Learn about how this service saves time and stress by submitting one standard application.

Oct 9, 2009 - Jennifer Ciotta

Community colleges, colleges, and universities are all various schools comprising the American higher education system, but what makes each of them unique?

Jun 6, 2009 - Alison Diefenderfer

As families' finances tighten, college costs appear less affordable. The College Board recently published findings showing that AP courses can help.

Jun 4, 2009 - Tammy Andrew

What is rolling admissions? Learn about the concept and how it works, and what to do if a favorite college or university on your list of schools uses it.

Feb 25, 2009 - Suzanne Swartz

The law came into affect in the fall 2007 semester, and as one student says, "This law places unnecessary stress on the average college student."

Jan 6, 2009 - Mary Faler

The college search can be stressful for parents as well as for the prospective student. Plan ahead for having fun together with a college tour of the city of Pittsburgh.

Oct 15, 2008 - Barbara Shema

Sticker shock is nothing new for college students and parents alike when it comes to tallying textbook purchases.

Sep 22, 2008 - Lisa L. Rollins

According to findings from an executive compensation survey by The Chronicle of Higher Education, salaries for college presidents remain on the rise.

Sep 19, 2008 - Lisa L. Rollins

The college application process is grueling with essays, questions, and personal statements. Keys to the college application process are organization and strong answers.

Sep 5, 2008 - Brandi Rhoades

College textbook prices have climbed 240% since 1986, says U.S. Bureau of Labor. Here's how Congress, students and professors are trying to slow down the rising costs.

Aug 6, 2008 - Carroll Trosclair

The admissions essay is the most important component of your college application. Know what not to write before sending it off to your favorite college or university.

Jun 24, 2008 - Suzanne Swartz

Emerson College is a college that gives people interested in the communicative arts the chance to make a difference in their chosen fields of study.

May 28, 2008 - Alison Faria

Community Colleges around the country are dropping the option of students taking out federal loans, insisting that they are more than students need. Others disagree.

Apr 20, 2008 - Laura Smith