So, You Want to Go to College? 

This page is your one stop shop for all things college readiness. From guides, checklists, to informational videos and articles, these tools will help you feel more prepared and supported through your college experience: from day one to graduation. 

College Readiness, Planning, and Support 

• The College Board is a mission-driven non-profit organization that connects students to college success and opportunity. Visit their website for college planning resources, including: a college search, paying for college, and career/major information.
• The College Board also provides information on preparing for, taking, and scoring well on the SAT, a standardized test widely used in the USA for college admissions.
• Wondering about what “college readiness” is and why it matters? Check out College Raptor. 
• Also check out College Raptor’s tools for finding colleges, getting in, and paying for college.
• The Fair Opportunity Project provides a free downloadable guide which provides information on college admissions and financial aid for all students. To download, select that you are a high school student, enter your email address, and then click on the pdf document!
• MyinTuition is a three minute tool that provides a personalized estimate of what it would cost an individual to attend college. Based on answers to six basic questions, MyinTuition estimates the cost of college for each individual student, including out-of-pocket costs, available loans, work-study opportunities, and grant assistance.
• Mapping your Future provides a helpful Prepare for College tool that provides college prep information in areas such as:

1. A monthly college planning calendar for high school seniors
2. A 9-step downloadable success in college guide which moves from developing a college plan to enjoying college life
3. An interactive life after high school guide with resources for the first 4 years post-high school
4. Help with selecting a college and applying for admission!

• Looking for a handy ten-step list for all that you need to do to prepare for college? Going2College’s Plan for College provides information about applying, getting accepted, and financial aid assistance.
• Check out this College Prep To-Do List moving from elementary school, to middle school, to high school, to adult learners! It also provides helpful information on Federal Student Aid and paying for college.

Looking for quick college-prep informational videos? Check out SupertutorTV on YouTube! They have helpful video playlists on topics such as: College Admissions & Essay Tips, College Admission Stories, Study Tips, SAT Prep, and ACT Prep.