Evan Castillo
Expertise
- Scholarly Article Reporting
- Free-Tuition Colleges
- Student Financial Aid
- College Closures
Education
- BA Journalism, BA Psychology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Evan Castillo is a news reporter covering colleges and universities in North Carolina and beyond. He specializes in student-driven stories and speaks with researchers and university admins about studies regarding underserved populations.
Evan regularly updates our lists of colleges offering free tuition, recently closed colleges, and the largest donations to colleges and universities.
Evan joined BestColleges as an associate writer in 2022 after graduating from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he earned a BA in Journalism and a BA in Psychology. As a student, he covered university policy and student stories in the student newspaper, The Daily Tar Heel.
While at BestColleges, Evan’s work has been featured in multiple news outlets, such as AOL, the Charlotte Observer, the Washington Post, Forbes, and the Miami Herald, as well as by schools like Purdue University, Ohio State University, and Gonzaga University. Two research journals highlighted his list of colleges requiring the COVID-19 vaccine.
Read Evan Castillo's Latest Articles
These Colleges Offer Free Tuition to Students
Looking for a free college? Here are the undergraduate and graduate schools offering free tuition and fees to qualifying students.
October 9, 2025
Free Career Quiz: Which Career Path Is Right for You?
Want to know what it takes to achieve your dream role? Check out BestColleges' free career quiz.
October 6, 2025
Get Your Online Master's — No GRE Required
Explore top online graduate schools and master’s programs that don’t require GRE scores. Discover a range of fields, including business, tech, nursing, and sociology.
October 2, 2025
Report: These States Have the Most Affordable Colleges
College is still largely unaffordable, even after financial aid, according to a new study. But some states buck the trend, with most of their colleges being affordable, and some even having surpluses of aid.
October 2, 2025
Accelerated Online Degree Programs for Working Adults
Finishing your degree fast while still working can be a challenge. Find programs that can help and tips to succeed.
September 30, 2025
