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Three colleges where students love – I mean, really love – learning

At certain schools, students live and breathe learning. Not just in the classroom, but outside of the classroom, these students are...

Taking Care of Your Mental Health During the College Application Process

I remember the college application process like it was yesterday. From the late nights spent hunched over my desk trying to edit my...

Performing Arts Pathways: How College Theater Programs will Evaluate Your Application

Do your grades matter? How perfect should your auditions be? Will there be an interview? Here's how you'll be evaluated.

Performing Arts Pathways: Applying and Auditioning for College Theater Programs

Learn about everything that goes into a successful application and audition for college or conservatory theater programs.

Performing Arts Pathways: Choosing College or Conservatory

Want to study theater in college? Should you pursue a B.A. or B.F.A. degree? You have so many options.

Should you major in philosophy?

If you major in philosophy in college, you'll learn and practice the art of thinking, and writing about your thinking.

Pick up a Hobby This Winter Break!

“Choose your activities because they delight, intrigue, and challenge you, not because you think they’ll look impressive on your...

Spice up your cooking hobby — for fun and for college apps

Amateur chef or expert baker? Here are some ways to scale up your hobby for the culinary arts.