Visiting a college for the first time this summer?

Before you step foot on campus, find out what you should look for and what questions to ask.

Colleges that need to trim their budgets are finding creative ways to cut costs without sacrificing academics.

A new FAFSA form aims to simplify the process of applying for federal financial aid for college.

The SAT is next offered in October. Prepare for the SAT now to get your best score then!

Is taking a gap year right for you?

A gap year can give students time to earn money, volunteer or gain valuable life experiences. But without a plan, your gap year could turn into ten!

A little college preparation now can make your senior year of high school more relaxing and fun.

Take these 12 American travel idioms with you when you put the pedal to the metal and hit the road!

Your activities in the summer can tell colleges a lot about you when you apply in the fall.

Check out our 5 summer college prep activities that can strengthen your application.

What are the meanings of common academic titles you will come across in the college classroom?

Learn what they are and why they should matter to you.

New students meet their classmates and get their first tastes of college life during freshman orientation.

If you’re an international student coming to the US, find out the five reasons why you should consider living with an American roommate.

Want to attend the best college for your money?

Find out if you are considering any of the schools on the 2009 Best Value Colleges list!

International students need health insurance when they attend a US college.

You do have options. Learn what they are!

Want to play sports in college without the commitment required from varsity players?

College intramural sports are for all students of all skill levels!

Student housing options are popping up at US community colleges, giving students an affordable way to get an education and live on campus.

What’s more, some of these community college dorms come with perks like housecleaning, flat-screen TVs and fireplaces!

What is Memorial Day?

It’s a day filled with barbecues and beaches for some, recognition and remembrance for others.

Do you know which elite US colleges and universities offer need blind admissions for international applicants?

Couch or sofa? Faucet or spigot?

Forget your English dictionary– sometimes only a map can tell you where to use words heard only in specific regions in America.

If the semester is over but your summer job search isn’t, find out what opportunities may still be available.

Are you an international student rethinking your academic plans because of concerns about the economy and tuition?

Some schools are taking steps to make attending a US college a little easier.