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Big news in ed-tech! Fresh off the BETT conference, Google has introduced a major upgrade for students preparing for college applications. Gemini was already useful for creating flashcards and summarizing messy class notes — now it’s taking things further: you can complete full-length SAT practice tests for free directly inside the AI. And this isn’t just AI making up questions. Google partnered with The Princeton Review to ensure the material mirrors the real exam, so you’re practicing with...

The University of California announced a record 301,093 students enrolled for fall 2025 , the largest student body in system history. More than 200,000 undergraduates are California residents , marking the tenth straight year of in-state enrollment growth  and highlighting sustained demand for a UC education. While total enrollment increased, the share of nonresident undergraduates fell to 15.6% , continuing a multi-year decline as UC prioritizes access for California students. Undergraduate...

1. FAFSA: Generally Always Worth Submitting Even if a student isn’t “qualified” for need-based aid: Eligibility for federal student loans:  Some unsubsidized loans don’t require financial need. FAFSA is required to access these. Merit scholarships:  Some colleges use FAFSA data to verify eligibility for merit-based  scholarships, even though those aren’t need-based. Financial safety net:  Family finances can change (job loss, medical bills, etc.). If FAFSA is on file, it’s much easier to...