Encarta Education

A college education has never been more important to your future success--but admission to top colleges has also never been more competitive than it is today.

Parents have more tools to help their children succeed than ever before. Every child learns differently. How do you know what's best for your child?

College graduates earn an average of nearly $2.1 million in their lifetimes, almost twice as much as those with only a high school diploma. Online learning and flexible campus programs mean new opportunity for non-traditional students.

Whether you need a little extra help with your algebra or would like tips on improving your memory for that big test, Encarta has a tool that can help.