Many schools, especially those in smaller conferences, allow students to try out for athletic teams in a process called walking on. Walk-on tryouts demand a lot of time...

It can be difficult to will yourself to work out after a day filled with lectures, obligations and studying. The good news is you don’t...

The New England Small College Athletic Conference (NESCAC) is an association of 11 private liberal arts schools in New England, specifically Maine, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut and New...

In many ways, the East Coast and the West Coast have completely different cultures and lifestyles. New England is very different California. Even so, there...

Colleges and universities offer a wide range of options for students looking to play sports. In theory, you can play as an up-and-coming all-star on...

The intricacies of being recruited as a student athlete largely depend on the sport you play. For a general overview of the process, including getting...

College isn’t only about taking classes and earning a degree. It’s also an opportunity for you to be a part of groups and programs while...

Understanding the world of college financial aid can be difficult. To make the process easier, here are answers to some of the most common questions...

The Big Ten Conference is a bit of a misnomer, since it’s actually made up of 14 universities from across midwestern and eastern America. Each university...

Students who excel at one sport, hobby or club are more desirable to elite colleges and universities than students who join many activities. Admissions officers...

There is a lot of competition to win an athletic scholarship on and off the field. You can boost your chances of success, however, if...