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The college search process is so exciting! But it can give you a little tummy trouble, too. We take away all the jitters and help you learn everything you need to know about college visits.
Melissa Brock
Personal Finance and Admission Expert
My name is Melissa and I’m a longtime admission professional, personal finance writer, editor and parent.
I hatched my site because I’ve heard so many head-scratching questions from parents.
I’ve journeyed in the footsteps of hundreds of families, trekked to dozens of college fairs.
I want to help you and your kiddo on your college journey.
How Long is the ACT?
You're ready to take the ACT — that all-important test can determine your future college options. So exciting! A little knowledge and prep work can go a long way toward securing your future dreams. You might be curious about a couple of the most basic questions such...
What is a Good ACT Score?
What is a good ACT score? That’s a great question! You might’ve asked your admission counselor, your school counselor, your best friend. Moms and dads, it's a question that you might ask at every single college fair you attend with your son or daughter. As you might...
What Does ACT Stand for?
What does ACT stand for? Here's the answer for those trivia seekers! The ACT originally stood for American College Test, but now it’s just called by its three letters — A–C–T. Kind of like deciding on a major, it's a big deal. Here's what your child needs to know to...
What is Rolling Admission?
You — or someone you know — has decided to go off to college. Hurray! Whether you or your kiddo are headed off to a university, liberal arts college, community college or elsewhere, you might learn that a college's application process involves “rolling admission.”...