College-Comparison Tool Introduced
A new, free online tool is rolled out to help students compare college costs. Read Full Post >
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September 12, 2012
Advice for High School Students Connecting with College Reps
Meeting with college representatives visiting high schools can help chances in admissions process, say college-admissions experts. Read Full Post >
July 26, 2012
College-Application Boot Camps Jump-Start Process for Seniors
A growing number of high school guidance counselors are hosting boot camps in the summer to help students get a jump-start on the college-application process. Read Full Post >
February 21, 2012
Feedback Requested on Federal Tools for College Comparisons
Administration seeking feedback on new draft of college scorecard to help students compare value and affordability of schools. Read Full Post >
December 28, 2011
Most—But Not All—Colleges Roll Out Net-Price Calculators
Despite a new federal requirement that colleges have a "net price calculator" on their websites, 272 institutions have yet to comply, and some calculators are hard to find. The assessment is provided by NetPriceCalculator.info, a new McLean, Va.-based company that tracks compliance with the manda... Read Full Post >
December 22, 2011
Top 2011 College Bound Posts Span Access to Completion
Looking back at the most-read College Bound posts of the year, you can see a range of issues. From policymakers to parents to educators, you were drawn to stories about applications and access, completion and jobs. So, a drum roll please.....The top 10 stories, as measured by hits on this blog, fo... Read Full Post >
October 03, 2011
New Online Tool to Help Students in College-Search Process
A website—Acceptly.com—launches today to help high school students keep organized and tap into resources needed in the college-search process. The free, online site has sections with information on academics, activities, testing, college choice, applications, and financial aid. There ar... Read Full Post >
September 23, 2011
Money Increasingly a Driver in College Admission Process
College admissions officers admit there is increasing pressure to recruit students with the ability to pay, according to a new, anonymous survey. Read Full Post >
September 20, 2011
Price Calculators Help Students Sort Through College Costs
Colleges are busy complying with a new federal requirement for a "net-price calculator" so students can get a better sense of the true cost of attending a particular institution. Read Full Post >
September 16, 2011
Students Expected to Pay More as Economy Hurts Colleges
Two reports out this week reflect the tough financial reality that many colleges are facing in this economy and its impact on students. Read Full Post >
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