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
Trump Admin Caps Graduate Loans by Narrowing 'Professional Degree' Definitions. Here's What That Means for Students
The Education Department narrowed the “professional degree” definition under Trump’s loan reform, limiting aid for nursing, physician assistant, and social work grad students.
April 30, 2026
Accelerated Online Social Work Degrees Guide
These programs are designed for adults with prior transfer credits looking to graduate as soon as possible. Check our guide to see where you can graduate fastest.
April 30, 2026
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.
April 24, 2026
Best Affordable Online Master’s in School Counseling Programs
An affordable master's in school counseling program should have a low price as well prepare you for licensure. Check our guide to the best program for you.
April 21, 2026
Are Microcredentials Worth It? These Newly Accreditor-Backed Ones Might Be.
Employers are increasingly seeing microcredentials' worth as they move toward skill-based hiring. Learn which ones are worth your time and money.
April 21, 2026
