Niche: College Search

Niche: College Search

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Niche: College Search — Discover Your Perfect School and Get Accepted Instantly

Join millions of students using honest reviews, personalized matches, and Direct Admissions to simplify your college journey and secure scholarships.

Publisher

NICHE.COM, INC.

Category

Education

Downloads

1M+

User Rating

4.1/5

Total Ratings

1K+

Locales

1

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Discover the interface used by 1M+ users.

A smiling student looking at her phone receiving a college acceptance notification from the Niche app.

A smiling student looking at her phone receiving a college acceptance notification from the Niche app.

A student profile page on the Niche college search app showing personal interests and education goals

A student profile page on the Niche college search app showing personal interests and education goals

A mobile screen from the Niche app showing a student profile with a college acceptance notification through the Direct Admissions feature.

A mobile screen from the Niche app showing a student profile with a college acceptance notification through the Direct Admissions feature.

Niche app interface displaying personalized college recommendations for universities including Michigan State and Dickinson College

Niche app interface displaying personalized college recommendations for universities including Michigan State and Dickinson College

A detailed college profile on the Niche app showing letter grades for academics value and campus life

A detailed college profile on the Niche app showing letter grades for academics value and campus life

Interface of the Niche app showing a personalized college list with schools like Cornell and Colorado School of Mines.

Interface of the Niche app showing a personalized college list with schools like Cornell and Colorado School of Mines.

The Niche app interface featuring college research tools and scholarship search results

The Niche app interface featuring college research tools and scholarship search results

Everything You Need to Find Where You Belong

The tools that make this app stand out, trusted by 1M+ users.

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Skip the Application

Receive real-time acceptances and merit scholarships based on your profile through Niche Direct Admissions.

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Personalized For You

Stop searching and start discovering. Get a custom list of schools that match your unique priorities and interests.

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The Honest Truth

Access millions of student reviews and comprehensive data to see what life is actually like on campus.

Loved by users worldwide

Trusted by 1M+ people who love this app.

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"I was so anxious about my college search, but Niche made it actually fun. The Direct Admissions feature is incredible—I received a scholarship offer and acceptance without even filling out a standard application. Seeing honest reviews from real students helped me find a campus where I actually felt like I'd belong."

Jordan M., High School Senior
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"Niche is a lifesaver for parents. My daughter and I used the dashboard to stay organized throughout her entire senior year. The scholarship matches were incredibly accurate and targeted, which made the financial side of college much less daunting. It is the most comprehensive tool we have found for finding the right fit."

Michelle R., Parent

About the app

Everything you need to know about Niche: College Search.

Description

The Niche app is the key to your college search. Using your Niche Profile, interests and priorities, we recommend colleges that could be a great fit so you can research your options and find where you belong. High school seniors can even get accepted to college based on their profile with Niche Direct Admissions. The Niche app brings student and alumni reviews, personalized college recommendations, scholarships and more to your fingertips. To search for K-12 schools, graduate schools, places to live or places to work, please visit Niche.com on your mobile web browser. FEATURES • Your Niche Profile: Build your profile so we can find the best schools for you, keep you on track throughout the admissions process and match you to scholarships. • Personalized recommendations: We create customized lists of colleges that might be a good fit for you based on your specific priorities and interests. • Direct Admissions: High school seniors can receive acceptance and scholarships from participating colleges in real time based on the information in their Niche Profile — no application needed. • In-depth college profiles: Explore nearly 7,000 college profiles that include data on cost and financial aid, admissions requirements, student life and more. You can also read reviews from current students and alumni. • Dashboard: Keep your college list organized, update your status with each college and follow your checklist. The dashboard is also where seniors will find Niche Direct Admissions acceptances, matches and scholarship details. • My List: As you explore your options, save the colleges you like to your list. The more schools you add, the better we can personalize our recommendations for you. • Scholarship search: Browse and apply for college scholarships by category or get matched directly with scholarships you are eligible for. WHAT SETS NICHE APART? Quality data • Niche takes the most comprehensive data available on colleges in the U.S. and puts it all in one place. We’re constantly updating and connecting millions of data points to produce new rankings and insights. Honest reviews • Since day one, Niche has been committed to showing our users what it’s really like at a college or school. You’ll be able to read about real experiences people have had to get a sense of what life at a certain college might be like.

Latest Version

4.0.18

Size

46.3 MB

First Released

May 13, 2018

Your College Acceptance is Just One Tap Away

Join millions of students finding their perfect fit. Get personalized recommendations, discover scholarships, and see if you are eligible for Direct Admissions with no application required.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Niche: College Search

What is the Niche app?

The Niche app helps students find colleges by offering personalized recommendations, student reviews, and scholarship matching. High school seniors can receive acceptance through Niche Direct Admissions.

How does the Niche app personalize college recommendations?

The Niche app creates customized college lists based on the user's Niche Profile. This profile includes their specific academic and personal interests and priorities.

Does the Niche app facilitate Direct Admissions to colleges?

Yes, the Niche app provides Direct Admissions. High school seniors can receive acceptance and scholarships from participating colleges in real time based on their Niche Profile, without an application.

Can users search for scholarships within the Niche: College Search app?

Yes, the Niche app allows users to search and apply for college scholarships by category. It also matches users with scholarships they are eligible for.

What details do college profiles in the Niche app include?

College profiles in the Niche app offer data on cost, financial aid, admission requirements, student life, and honest reviews from current students and alumni.

How does Niche: College Search ensure data quality?

Niche: College Search compiles the most comprehensive data on U.S. colleges. It constantly updates and connects millions of data points to generate new rankings and insights.

Can I use the Niche app for K-12 school searches?

No, the Niche app is exclusively for college searches. For K-12 schools, graduate schools, or places to live/work, users must visit Niche.com via a mobile web browser.

What is the function of the Dashboard in the Niche app?

The Niche app Dashboard organizes a college list, updates college status, and tracks checklist items. Seniors view Niche Direct Admissions acceptances, matches, and scholarship details here.

Does the Niche app allow users to build a college list?

Yes, the Niche app includes a "My List" feature. Users can save colleges they like, which also helps improve personalized recommendations.