Students facing the college application process typically dread one component: the Common App essay. Students are presented with six essay prompts, as well as a seventh option, which is “topic of your ...

Writing a college essay is a rite of passage for many students applying to attend a college or university in the United States. Although each institution has its own application requirements, most ...

In a guest column today, Matthew Boedy, an associate professor of rhetoric and composition at the University of North Georgia, discusses the development of artificial intelligence programs that can ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Brennan Barnard writes about the nuances of college admission. If you are looking for the “secret formula” for writing a “winning” ...

U.S. College Admissions Video Essays: In a digital shift that’s transforming how students apply to university, admissions video essays are emerging as the latest trend in the U.S. college application ...

Last spring, I interviewed for a job providing essay support with a company that works with high schoolers on their college applications. Services like this are expensive: According to a 2019 article ...

BOT or NOT? This special series explores the evolving relationship between humans and machines, examining the ways that robots, artificial intelligence and automation are impacting our work and lives.

The college admissions process is undergoing significant changes, driven by technological advances, evolving policies, and a shift in priorities. As students and families navigate this evolving ...

We spoke to the Boston College senior about her writing process, social media and grief. By Robbie Harms When Kyleigh Leddy, a senior at Boston College, wrote the piece that won this year’s Modern ...