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Caltech Drops SAT, ACT Admissions Requirements Through 2025
The private science- and engineering-focused university hasn’t used test scores in its undergraduate admissions process since June 2020.
COVID-19
University of Hawai’i Will Start Fall Semester With Mask Mandate
University officials will keep a system-wide indoor mask mandate in place through Sept. 19 after consulting with the state Department of Health on COVID-19 guidelines.
Opinion & Analysis
#RushTok Is Back. Here's What You Need To Know
Sorority recruitment at the University of Alabama is in full swing, and students are again sharing their experiences on TikTok. Will season 2 live up to the viral hype?
Student Life
10 Things to Do During Your Break Between College Classes
There are many ways to be productive in between college classes. Here are some great tips on what you should do to fill your time.
Opinion & Analysis
#RushTok Is Back. Here's What You Need To Know
Sorority recruitment at the University of Alabama is in full swing, and students are again sharing their experiences on TikTok. Will season 2 live up to the viral hype?
Pennsylvania Designates $1 Million to Fight Food Insecurity at Colleges
The funding will provide grants for food pantries and other efforts to combat student hunger.
Opinion & Analysis
Data Studies
The BestColleges team is always hungry for the latest trends and data. Through our data studies and surveys, we gauge the thoughts and opinions of students and professionals around the country, sifting through every data point to generate rich insights for our readers.
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39% of Prospective Undergrads Say Roe v. Wade Ruling Impacts College Decision
Most students oppose the U.S. Supreme Court's decision and desire to attend college in a state that legally protects the right to an abortion.
29% of College Students Say COVID-19 Canceled Their Study Abroad Plans
After COVID-19 disrupted students' travel and study abroad plans, more than half of students say they plan to prioritize travel in the near term.
44% of Student Borrowers Considered Dropping Out Due to Financial Burden
A majority of students say they've made sacrifices in life to lessen the financial burden of school.
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