Education Resources
Finding Your Direction
Preparing for College
College preparations can be intimidating and stressful, but they don't have to be. Use these resources to learn more about how to maximize your potential in high school, which colleges you may be interested in, and how you can pay for your college education. College is a lot less scary when you're in the know!
Freshman Year Action Plan Sophomore Year Action Plan
Junior Year Action Plan Senior Year Action Plan
Afraid that you're behind on college visits or standardized testing? Check out these action plans, created by the College Board, and make sure you're on track. It's never too early to start researching colleges or get involved at school and in your community!
Find a College
The College Matchmaker is a great online tool that allows you to zero in on colleges that may interest you. Based on preferences you provide regarding things like size, location, and cost, the matchmaker will present you with a list of schools that meet all of your criteria. It's a great way to start your college research, and get a feel for the characteristics that you do and don't want in a school.
The Application
This page has a ton of great resources, all related to the dreaded college application. Here, you can find advice on how many schools to apply to, how to prepare for college interviews, the difference between early admission and early decision, and how to get great letters of recommendation, plus a whole lot more.
Paying for College
Confused about financial aid? Then you need to check out this page! It discusses scholarships, grants, loans, and more, as well as how to compare and select a financial aid package. Also: college tuition payment plans, financing options, and tax credits.