US presidents have attended private liberal arts colleges, large state research schools, and private Christian colleges. See where most went.
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When I couldn't find a job in academia, I became a substitute teacher. It's not glamorous, but there's some joy in working with students for a day.
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Former Google interns who secured job offers share their tips, including starting the internship process early.
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For the past 20 years, I've been raising my kids and experiencing their firsts. Now that they've all graduated, I'm feeling lost as a mother.
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Esther Wojcicki, "The Godmother of Silicon Valley," raised Susan and Anne Wojcicki the former CEOs of YouTube and 23andMe. She doesn't think AI can replace a college education.
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The Curtis Institute of Music admits about 5% of applicants and gives every student a full-tuition scholarship.
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When I was laid off from my first job after graduating from UC Berkeley, I felt lost. I decided to slightly pivot my career and cold email companies.
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Graduation rates across US states measure the share of students who graduate from high school in 4 years. See how the rates vary from state to state.
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New grads have booed graduation speakers who talk about AI. So Google CEO Sundar Pichai played it safe during his at Stanford on Sunday.
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Although I owe $300,000 in student loan debt, I pay nothing each month thanks to President Biden's SAVE program. But that's about to be repealed.
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Companies are prioritizing AI over college grads, which is a mistake. The college students I meet are more skilled than typical entry-level employees.
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These colleges and universities produced the highest-earning graduates in their states, according to median earnings. See the full list.
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States across the US often have different balances for education funding. See how much each state invests in public school students, ranked.
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My daughter was graduating, and the grief was almost too much to bear. But when I saw her on the stage, I was proud of her and myself.
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A surprising number of presidents and first ladies were teachers. Not all of them loved it, however.
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My daughter doesn't get enough sleep because her schedule is jam-packed. I worry that school starts too early for her, so I let her sleep in.
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These US states offer the highest median earnings for adults with some college or an associate degree but without bachelor's degrees.
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Massachusetts was ranked as the most educated state in the US. See why the state leads national rankings for degree attainment and median income.
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See the states where having a bachelor's degree gives workers the least and most advantage in annual earnings, according to Census data.
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It took me months and many rejections to finally land a summer internship as a Harvard student. The job market is affecting us students, too.
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Some students can attend selective colleges tuition-free through financial aid, no-tuition policies, and income-based programs.
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These are the hardest colleges to get into in America, including top Ivy League schools and elite private universities.
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I transferred from Central Connecticut State University to the larger University of Connecticut. I then learned that not all decisions are permanent.
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See the US colleges with the highest-earning graduates, ranked using the US Department of Education's College Scorecard median income data.
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The annual cost of attending some US colleges and universities tops six figures in 2026. See the most expensive schools in America.
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I saw a post in a Facebook group where a real estate agent was asking for administrative help. I got the job because we connected over the phone.
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Educational attainment varies widely across the US. See the states with the highest and lowest shares of adults with bachelor's degrees or higher.
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My college-age daughter never asks me for money. When I asked her about it, she told me she likes the independence of paying her own way.
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My son had a lot of freedom at college, but when he returns home this summer, I will reinforce all house rules—even if I'm anxious he won't be happy.
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Matt Navarro said he was once an "average" student who studied history and thought he would be a teacher and sports coach.
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JPMorgan's 27th annual summer reading list features nonfiction books on trending topics, from AI to longevity.
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As commencement speakers face restless crowds of new graduates, Google CEO Sundar Pichai says he's ready for his turn at Stanford next month.
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I worked odd jobs in customer service for four years after graduating from college. I think delaying my career made me professionally stronger.
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Gracella Brown's graduation was canceled during the COVID-19 pandemic. She then missed her daughter's graduation walk because of an AI mishap.
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When my daughter chose an out-of-state school, I had factored in all the college costs. But I didn't think about the price of traveling to see her.
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Social life can shape college students' daily life. This year, the University of California, Santa Barbara, was ranked the best US party school.
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Glendale Community College president Tiffany Hernandez blamed a "new AI system" when some graduates' names weren't read while they walked.
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I ruined my college years by prioritizing my codependent relationship. After graduating, I've had to make up for lost time to save my career.
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I finally made the last payment on my student loans. It's been hard paying for a career I left years ago.
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See the highest-ranked national university in every US state, based on US News & World Report's 2026 ranking.
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My dream is to live in New York City and work as a journalist, but there are no entry-level jobs, so I'm forced to be a barista. But I won't give up.
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Abigail McCulloch left Wharton to launch a padel club, investing most of her savings into the fast-growing business.
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I largely blame social media for making me feel lonely during my college years. All my friendships felt impersonal because we relied on social media.
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I started a business as a teenager that grew to six figures. For me, college isn't a requirement, but a choice. I still have to find out who I am.
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Every US state offers students a variety of possible student experiences. Here are the best college towns in every state across the US.
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My husband and I both lived at home during college, so I feel like I missed out. We now want our kids to live on campus. Thankfully, we can afford it.
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