Rob Franek, Editor-in-Chief, The Princeton Review

We asked students: how will you chose a college?

Nearly half (47%) say it’ll be all about the “best overall fit.” Don’t worry—we’ve got you covered with rankings, guidebooks, and articles to help you confidently create your college list and find your perfect match!

So, is college still worth it? The answer is a Resounding YES! 99% of students and parents believe a college degree is worth it; and 46% say the biggest benefit is a better job and income while 29% say college will expose them to new ideas, places, and people.

Let us help you achieve those dreams!
Want to see the full survey results? Head to the link in our bio!

We asked students: how necessary will financial aid be?

A staggering 98% of those surveyed said they plan to apply for financial aid, with nearly half stating it will be “Extremely” necessary to pay for college, and 29% saying “Very” necessary.

Listen–it’s no secret that college is expensive. But don’t worry, we’ve got your back! If navigating the financial aid process has you stressed, check out Paying for College, our step-by-step guide that walks you through the FAFSA process. Plus, visit our Resource Center for expert tips on saving money!
Want to see the full survey results? Click the link in my story!

What’s the toughest part of the college application process these days? And just how stressed are students about it? 🤔

According to our 2025 College Hopes & Worries results, 35% of students say completing applications and financial aid forms is the toughest part, while 32% are feeling the pressure of test-taking. 44% report high stress, and 29% say they’re feeling very high stress. That’s a lot of pressure!

Don’t worry, we’re here to help! If navigating the financial aid process is stressing you out, check out Paying for College—our step-by-step guide that walks you through the FAFSA line-by-line. Plus, visit our online Resource Center for helpful tips and tricks to save money!

Curious about the full survey results? Check out the full report on our website!

Massive news in education: Harvard is joining the ranks of elite schools offering FREE tuition for undergrads and their families earning under 200k!

Jessica Dickler has the latest — link to the article in my story

Had a great time joining Brad Smith on to discuss ‘s move to offer free tuition for families making under $200K, and the growing trend for free tuition across top universities.

Big thanks to the team for having me on! 🙌 ”

With all the chatter around test-optional admissions, are students still planning to take the SAT or ACT? And if so, why?

Our 2025 College Hopes and Worries survey shows nearly half say they’re still taking a test because scores will help to distinguish applications and improve their chances of getting accepted.

Curious about the full survey results or looking for personalized test prep options? We’ve got you covered—head to the link in our bio!

For decades, has been surveying students and their parents across all fifty states on how they’re feeling about the . This year, we surveyed 9,317 people and, over the next few weeks, I’ll share some of the results of our 2025 College Hopes & Worries Survey, right here with you!

We asked: “If money and acceptance rates weren’t an issue, what would be your dream school?” And, as you might expect, students and parents don’t always see eye to eye!

Want to dive into the full 2025 College Hopes & Worries survey? Head to https://www.princetonreview.com/college-rankings/college-hopes-worries for all the details.

This Tuesday, I had the pleasure of stopping by to share the latest updates on college admissions and what students need to know. Huge thanks to and for having me! From deadlines to decisions, we covered it all—plus, a special shoutout to our 2025 College Hopes & Worries survey (more on that soon)! Swipe to the end for the entire clip 📚🎓