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 Get an Online Associate Degree in 6 Months
If you have existing college credits and complete an accelerated program, you might be able to earn an associate degree in six months. Check out some accelerated programs to get your degree as fast as possible.
July 2, 2026
What to Know About 3-Year Bachelor’s Degree Programs
The 120-credit bachelor’s degree is the U.S. standard, but new three-year, 90-credit programs are helping students graduate faster, save money, and enter the workforce sooner.
July 1, 2026
Accelerated Online Doctoral Ph.D. Programs You Can Complete Faster
A fast-tracked doctoral program can help you earn your degree faster than the typical 5-7 years.
June 26, 2026
Best Online Master's in Organizational Psychology Programs
Learn about what you can do with a master's in organizational psychology and what the best programs in the country are.
June 26, 2026What Types of Sports Medicine Careers Are There?
Learn about what jobs you can get in sports medicine at each degree level and their potential earnings.
June 24, 2026
