Many intelligent people don't think going to college is so important. They send me emails whenever I vent about the need to prepare more low-income students for higher education. They ask a simple, ...

College is the next natural step for many students after they finish high school. The process of finding a school begins in junior year of high school, and students and their parents may visit many ...

The college admissions process is more competitive than ever, leaving high school students and their families searching for ways to stand out in an applicant pool. With acceptance rates at top ...

What did you gain from college? You can probably answer this question succinctly (“a degree,” “an education,” “debt”), but the real benefits of college are more complex. Personally, I can draw a ...

One of the recent changes to 529 college savings plans is that money can now be converted into a Roth individual retirement account tax-free after 15 years. There are also higher contribution limits ...

Americans differ in their opinions of higher education. Earning a bachelor's degree is not the best choice for everyone. Families should weigh the costs and benefits of college. As costs rise and ...

Q uestions regarding the value of a college education have spiked recently, highlighted by high-profile media coverage. Beyond the hype, three substantive attacks have been levied: (1) the college ...