Evan Castillo
Expertise
- Scholarly Article Reporting
- Free-Tuition Colleges
- Student Financial Aid
- College Closures
Education
- BA Journalism, BA Psychology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Evan Castillo is a news reporter covering colleges and universities in North Carolina and beyond. He specializes in student-driven stories and speaks with researchers and university admins about studies regarding underserved populations.
Evan regularly updates our lists of colleges offering free tuition, recently closed colleges, and the largest donations to colleges and universities.
Evan joined BestColleges as an associate writer in 2022 after graduating from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he earned a BA in Journalism and a BA in Psychology. As a student, he covered university policy and student stories in the student newspaper, The Daily Tar Heel.
While at BestColleges, Evan’s work has been featured in multiple news outlets, such as AOL, the Charlotte Observer, the Washington Post, Forbes, and the Miami Herald, as well as by schools like Purdue University, Ohio State University, and Gonzaga University. Two research journals highlighted his list of colleges requiring the COVID-19 vaccine.
Read Evan Castillo's Latest Articles
What Are the Hardest Colleges to Get Into?
Nine universities in the U.S. accept just 5% of students or fewer, and not all of them are Ivy League. Explore the country's most selective colleges.
May 23, 2025
Best Online Master's in Organizational Psychology Programs of 2025
Learn about what you can do with a master's in organizational psychology and what the best programs in the country are.
May 23, 2025
Most Affordable Online Master's in Educational Leadership Programs of 2025
The cheapest online educational leadership programs can get you into administrative and advising roles in preschool, K-12, and postsecondary education.
May 23, 2025
These Are the Largest Donations to U.S. Colleges and Universities
Donations from alums, philanthropists, and billionaires are piling up at institutions across the country. Here's how the colleges and universities are spending the money.
May 20, 2025
What Is Rolling Admissions and How Does It Work?
Learn about rolling admissions and how you can apply early for a better chance at acceptance and access to resources like financial aid and housing.
May 16, 2025
