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
Tracking College Closures and Mergers
Roughly 70 private nonprofit colleges closed or merged between 2020 and 2024. Find historical data about college closures and a list of closed colleges and mergers.
April 29, 2025
Fastest Bachelor's Degrees You Can Get Online
Looking to earn your degree faster? Check out these accelerated programs to get your bachelor's degree in fewer than four years.
April 29, 2025
Most Affordable Online Master's in Educational Leadership Programs of 2025
The cheapest online educational leadership programs can get you into administrative and advising roles in preschool, K-12, and postsecondary education.
April 29, 2025
Colleges Offering Earth Day-Inspired Sustainability Initiatives This Year
Colleges are starting Earth Day observances early by announcing new sustainability-centered programs for students and community members and granting funds to sustainable campus projects.
April 28, 2025
Most Affordable Online Psychology Programs of 2025
A bachelor's in psychology lets you pursue jobs right after college or further your education. Find the cheapest programs to help you get there.
April 28, 2025
