The answer: “I haven’t done anything interesting.” No startup. No NGO setup. No national award. No trek across the Himalayas.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Brennan Barnard writes about the nuances of college admission. If you are looking for the “secret formula” for writing a “winning” ...

One of the most widespread misconceptions about the college essay is that standout essays are those that tell a monumental story.

If you’re applying to college this fall, you may have heard the term “comprehensive review.” It’s an approach that many schools, including the University of California, use to make admissions ...