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More students than ever are earning scores that can translate into college credit, but results are mixed for some groups.

Survey of prospective students and their parents offers insight into how they view Roman Catholic colleges. Many are open to them but generally aren't choosing institutions because of their Catholic character.

Even as selective colleges in many parts of the country report increases, system sees application decline -- after years of increases. Some of the private colleges in the state with large in-state student populations (and ability to focus on minority students) see growth.

Doctoring photographs to appear more inclusive may not end well. But colleges historically are more diverse in their admissions materials than they are in real life.

When a college closes or decides not to admit a full freshman class, the admissions ecosystem changes.

Political environment and improved job market are discouraging potential applicants, survey finds.