Applications:

The Common Application – One application for over 800 colleges

Universal College Application – Covers a wide number of schools with forms and requirements

Standardized Testing:

ACT – Register for the ACT exam. Test prep, and college planning

College Board – Register for SAT exam. College planning resources, and school search

FairTest – List of testing-optional schools

Scholarships and Financial Aid:

FAFSA – Determine eligibility for federal financial aid

College Fastweb – General site with helpful scholarship search information

Special Populations:

LD OnLine – College planning for applicants with learning disabilities

Association for Higher Education and Disability (AHEAD) – Resources for assisting students with disabilities transition to college

NCAA Eligibility Center – Information and resources for NCAA college-bound student athletes

Additional Resources:

Colleges that Change Lives – School profiles and resources for conducting your school search

DoSomething.org – Opportunities and guidelines for students looking to start their own project to support a cause

VolunteerMatch – Community service ideas for students