Free College Planning Templates & Tools
Deadlines, school lists, campus visits — everything you need to stay organized. Download free Google Sheets. No account required.
Featured guide
Start here. Every guide includes a free downloadable template.
Planning
College Application Mistakes to Avoid (And How to Fix Them)
The seven mistakes that quietly sink applications — and the one system that keeps you from making them.
September 14, 2026 · 7 min read
Latest guides
Quick wins for your application process.
Decisions
How to Choose a College Major (That Actually Fits You)
The Common App asks for an intended major, but most students change it at least once. Here is a fit-first framework for choosing a major that survives contact with real coursework.
September 14, 2026 · 8 min read
Strategy
College Match Calculator: Find Your Reach, Target, and Safety Schools
Stop guessing where you stand. Here is how a college match calculator works — and how to run your own fit assessment using middle-50% data, acceptance rates, and acceptance tiers.
September 7, 2026 · 8 min read
More resources
Every post includes a free Google Sheet template.
Decisions
How to Choose a College Major (That Actually Fits You)
The Common App asks for an intended major, but most students change it at least once. Here is a fit-first framework for choosing a major that survives contact with real coursework.
September 14, 2026 · 8 min read
Strategy
College Match Calculator: Find Your Reach, Target, and Safety Schools
Stop guessing where you stand. Here is how a college match calculator works — and how to run your own fit assessment using middle-50% data, acceptance rates, and acceptance tiers.
September 7, 2026 · 8 min read
Application
Common App Activities Section: How to Write All 10 Entries
The Common App gives you 10 activity slots and 150 characters each. Here is the role-action-result formula for writing each entry with specific, honest impact.
September 7, 2026 · 9 min read