CollegeXpress FAQs

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Is PrivateColleges.com registration open to everyone?

Absolutely! We welcome all users to register and request information from colleges, use our scholarship search, research more colleges, and dive into our timely and focused content.

Is PrivateColleges.com a free site?

Yes, all the features on PrivateColleges.com and the CollegeXpress network are completely free to anyone who registers on the site.

What is CollegeXpress?

PrivateColleges.com is part of the CollegeXpress network of sites. CollegeXpress is the most complete student portal for finding colleges and scholarships while managing your college search process. Once you've completed registration, you will be in the network and able to access all of the information and tools.

Why isn't the private college/university I am interested in included as part of PrivateColleges.com?

The Featured colleges and universities that are on our site are there because they chose to utilize our service. Their participation allows us to bring this site to you for free. After you complete registration, you will be able to do a college search, which includes all four-year colleges and universities. You will only be able to request information from featured/member colleges and universities.

How do I email the member colleges and universities on your website directly?

To email any of the member colleges and universities featured on our website (you need to be registered) go to college search and find the school you are interested in learning more about. If you click on the college/university name, the profile of the school will appear. To the right of the profile you will find many options; one of them is "Send an email." Click it and your email will be sent to the college/university admission office directly.

How can I apply to the member colleges and universities on your website?

To apply to any of the member colleges and universities featured on our website (you need to be registered) go to college search and find the school you are interested in learning more about. If you click on the college/university name, the profile of the school will appear. To the right of the profile you will find many options; one of them is "Apply Online." Click it and you will be driven to the college/university online application webpage (if they offer that option on their website).

How do I receive more information from the member colleges and universities featured on your website?

To receive more information from any of the member colleges and universities featured on our website (you need to be registered) go to the college search and find the schools you are interested in learning more about. If you click on the college/university name, the profile of the school will appear. To the left of the profile you will see a green “I Want to Hear From” button. Click it and your request for more information will be sent directly to the colleges you’ve selected.

Why haven't I received anything from the member colleges and universities I selected to receive more information from on your website?

Unfortunately, we cannot control when and if colleges and universities you request information from through our website respond to you. We do send every information request directly to each one you select. Since each individual college/university controls their own communication with students, we recommend that if you haven’t heard from some of the colleges/universities you selected, contact the college/university directly.

How can I cancel or delete my profile from PrivateColleges.com?

Select the Cancel/Delete Account/Unsubscribe option under Subject on the contact us form. Make sure you include your full name, email address, and other contact information so we can process your request.

How can I get a copy of your privacy policy?

Our privacy policy is located at the bottom of every page on our website and is also available by clicking here.

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