CLEP stands for College-Level Examination Program, a program by the College Board that allows students to test their knowledge of introductory college-level courses through an examination that can go towards earning college credit. 

Even if you don’t have something similar lined up this year, there are so many other ways you can spend time to bolster your resume. Here are some ideas to get you started.

How do you even begin narrowing down the nearly 5,000 colleges and universities in the U.S. to a handful of schools that you could see yourself belonging at? With so many different types of schools to choose from, it can be a daunting process. 

Every college falls into one of these categories, and once you learn a little more about each, you’ll be able to continue narrowing down your schools more specifically.

The college application process can be incredibly stressful. From campus tours to letters of recommendation to essays, you have a lot to keep track of. With so much to do, it’s hard to know where or when to start!

Now that you’ve received your acceptances it’s time to make your college decision. Not sure what to do? Follow this advice from Niche ambassador Norah.

Thinking about applying to nursing school? Check out Niche ambassador Norah’s nursing school admissions tips.

Taking a gap year sounds… scary and thrilling and freeing and nerve-wracking. Niche ambassador Rosalie Anthony walks us through her gap year experience.

You’re in! Now that you got into college, it’s time to thank all the people that helped get you there.