Summary:The Grade Point Average, or GPA, is one of the most important academic indicators used in the U.S. education system....

Summary:A gap year is a period—usually one year—that students take off between graduating from high school and starting college. During...

Summary:Financial aid refers to money provided to help students and their families pay for college. It can come from governments,...

Summary:The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is the official U.S. government form that students submit to apply for...

Summary:The extracurricular essay is a short written response required by many U.S. colleges as part of their admissions process. It...