Beyond StudentAid.com: College Planning Resources
Once you have read everything StudentAid.com has to say about how to plan and pay
for college, visit the following online resources for more information. We researched
many college-preparation websites in order to tell you the ones that we feel are
the best in class.
ACT/SAT preparation
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www.actstudent.org
– This site offers a convenient way to register for your ACT test and submit your
results online.
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www.number2.com
– Create an account and take number2.com's free test-preparation classes. Tutorials
and practice sessions will help you get ready for the big test!
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www.testprepreview.com
– This site has resources for almost every test! Use the practice questions, study
guides, and flash cards to improve your skills.
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www.revolutionprep.com
– Sign up for group or individual in-person test-prep classes. Sessions include
tutorials and practice exams.
Careers
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www.acinet.org
– These great resources will guide your thinking about careers. Get overviews of
different career paths and ideas for careers you may have not even thought about.
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www.careervoyages.gov
– Check out this site for information on which jobs currently have the highest demand.
The industry profiles may help you find an occupation that is right for you.
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www.careercornerstone.org
– This site provides great resources for students interested in exploring career
opportunities in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, computing, and healthcare.
College athletics
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www.berecruited.com
– Register for free and use the networking tools to contact college coaches.
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www.ncaaclearinghouse.net
– This is the go-to site for students who want to play Division I and II sports
in college.
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www.captainu.com
– Create a profile and get noticed by college coaches! This site also offers good
articles to read. Don't miss their recruiting tips and interviews with elite athletes!
College costs and scholarships
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foundationcenter.org
– The nonprofit Foundation Center offers many resources for finding scholarships.
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www.ftc.gov
– The Federal Trade Commission shows you how to avoid scholarship frauds.
College fairs
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www.nacacnet.org
– Here's a list of many college fairs around the U.S.
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www.thecollegeexpo.org
– This website lists college fairs for historically black colleges and universities,
as well as other colleges.
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www.collegefair.info
– This website lists the college fairs sponsored by National Hispanic College Fairs.
Virtual campus tours
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www.campustours.com
– Can't go visit colleges that interest you? Use this virtual-tour tool to get a
feel for campuses.
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www.collegeclicktv.com
– Watch videos of campus tours and interviews with students, professors, and others
at the colleges that interest you.
College search sites
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www.zinch.com
– This site allows students to learn about, get recruited by, and interact with
colleges.
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www.campuscompare.com
– Search for colleges that meet your preferences. Be sure to check out their resources
on admissions, college sports, and more.
General college preparation
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www.inlikeme.com
– This comprehensive web portal by an independent education consultant links to
lots of other college-planning websites and provides in-depth information on most
aspects of getting ready for college.
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www.offtocollege.com
– This easy-to-use site offers in-depth planning resources, including calendars
and printable worksheets.
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www.supercollege.com
– Created and maintained by two college advisors and authors, this website answers
frequently asked questions about college. If you don't see your specific question
answered here, ask your own at the "Ask the Experts" tab.
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www.collegeboard.com
– The College Board makes the search for your "best fit" colleges easier with online
resources and articles. Check out their scholarship resources too.
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www.usnews.com
– The U.S. News & World Report is known for its annual college rankings. Also, check
out the magazine's blog list and forums for the latest college news and trends.
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www.schoolcounselor.com
– Brought to you by the American School Counselors Association, this site offers
resources and articles for parents.
Student forums and opinion polls
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www.studentsreview.com
– This site allows you to compare colleges based on education quality, social life,
surrounding cities and towns, and many other categories.
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www.collegeprowler.com
– See how other students rate the colleges you are interested in by reviewing the
college report cards at College Prowler.
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www.unigo.com
– Learn other students' opinions about the colleges that interest you. Reviews,
videos, and images will help you get to know the colleges you are considering.