After touring many campuses myself, I’ve seen firsthand that some of the most important parts of a student’s experience rarely come up on tours. Not because schools are hiding anything, but because families don’t always think to ask. Later on, those “little things” can start to matter a lot more than anyone expects.

If you are feeling a mix of excitement and nerves, you are not alone. This part of the journey can be emotional for families, but understanding how the decision timeline works and what each outcome really means can make the coming months more manageable.

Visiting my daughter at college filled me with pride as both a counselor and a mom. She’s thriving in every way we hoped she would — yet beneath the joy was a quiet ache, a realization that our relationship is gently shifting as she builds a life of her own.

It’s time for rising seniors to get a head start on the Common App! Here are 8 planning tips to make the process smoother and less stressful.

When it comes to college admissions, your intended major can play a bigger role than you might expect.

No, This Isn’t Meant to Scare You. It’s Just Good Planning.