Colleges With the Wealthiest Students: Facts and Statistics
Middlebury College and other highly selective schools enroll many students from the wealthiest families. See what other colleges made the list.
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Transfer Acceptance Rates at Four-Year Schools
Transfer acceptance rates at four-year colleges can range from less than 1% at Ivy League universities to more than 80% at some public institutions.
Updated October 11, 2024
Pros and Cons of AI in Higher Education
AI makes information accessible like never before; however, it can also lead to privacy violations. Discover more about the pros and cons of AI.
by Jane Nam
Updated August 26, 2024
AI Is a Good Thing for Online Education, Says Majority of Administrators
Most administrators say AI is a positive innovation in online education. Discover more perceptions of AI from our survey.
by Jane Nam
Updated August 12, 2024
9 in 10 Online Learners Experience Positive ROI From Degree Program
Most online learners also told BestColleges that online learning is better than or equal to on-campus learning.
Updated July 31, 2024
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Where College Students Have Set Up Pro-Palestinian Protest Encampments
Updated December 2, 2024
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Skills-Based Hiring: What College Students Should Know
Today, employers want to see skills over credentials alone. Find out more about skills-based hiring practices and how you can prepare.
Pandemic Learning Loss: How COVID-19 Academically Impacted College Students
Missed assignments, technology dependence, and a craving for social interaction are just a few traits professors are noticing in their post-pandemic students.
Is Being a Teacher Worth It?
Former and current educators cite lifelong learning and transferable skills as top reasons that teaching is worth it.
6 Underrated Facts About Community College
Some community colleges offer on-campus housing and award bachelor’s degrees. Read to find out more underrated facts about community college.
Adult Learners in Higher Education: Facts & Statistics About Older College Students
Adult learners accounted for 23% of the undergraduate students who enrolled in the U.S. in fall 2022.
What Is a Bad SAT Score — And Should I Worry About Mine?
What is a low SAT score? Find the bottom SAT scores for popular and competitive colleges. Plus, get expert tips to improve your score.
Colleges With the Cheapest and Most Affordable Out-Of-State Tuition
Explore our list of affordable out-of-state colleges to find one that fits your budget.
The Rise and Future of Microcredentials in Higher Education
Microcredentials, also called digital badges, are on the rise. Explore facts and statistics behind this trend in higher education.
These Schools Have Banned Legacy Admissions
While a growing number of elite universities have recently ended legacy admissions practices, some schools never employed the practice at all.
Are Microcredentials Worth It?
Explore facts, statistics, and real student stories about the value of microcredentials. Plus, find out how to use digital badges in your job search.
Does Education Make a Difference in Salary?
While education makes a difference in salary overall, this does not apply in all disciplines. Explore the relationship between education and income in this report.
What to Know About Parent PLUS Loans: 5 Startling Statistics
Outstanding Parent PLUS loan debt is in the billions, and more than 1 in 10 borrowers are defaulting on their loans just four years after their child graduates.