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
How to Choose a College
Having trouble deciding where to go to college? Check out our step-by-step guide on finding your school.
June 9, 2025
These Are the Largest Donations to U.S. Colleges and Universities
Donations from alums, philanthropists, and billionaires are piling up at institutions across the country. Here's how the colleges and universities are spending the money.
June 5, 2025
What's the Difference Between Colleges and Universities?
While most people use "college" to describe all higher ed schools, colleges and universities have very different functions.
June 5, 2025
Product Management vs. Project Management: Is There a Difference?
Discover the key differences between product management and project management, including roles, responsibilities, and how each contributes to a successful product development process.
June 5, 2025
Here's How Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' Could Impact Student Financial Aid
The bill would impact federal Pell Grant eligibility, loan eligibility, and introduce a new income-based student loan repayment plan.
May 28, 2025
