Resources

 

Information is key to making decisions about college. Why would you choose one school over another? Will you have to test to get in? How much will a degree cost? Can you attend an out-of-state school but pay close to in-state tuition?

This list of hand-picked resources will help you answer important questions about college. Have a question that’s not addressed here? Contact us for a free consultation and we’ll help you search for answers.

Is there a map of the US that shows where colleges are located?

College map USDOE

How do I figure out what to major in?

College majors by type

me3® major and career quiz

College majors interactive quiz

What should I major in quiz

5 Questions to ask yourself when choosing a major

College majors career finder

How college majors work

College major myths

What can I do with this major?

Where can I learn about financial aid?

FAFSA: The How-To Guide for High School Students

Going Merry financial aid guide

finaid guide

Which colleges require the CSS profile?

Tips on how to fill out the FAFSA form

How to fill out CSS profile

Which schools are test optional?

Fair Test - National Center for Fair & Open Testing

Where can I find scholarship information and tuition exchanges?

Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE)

Midwest Student Exchange

Tuition Break (New England)

SREB Academic Common Market (Southern states)

List of scholarships and grants

How can I compare scholarships or financial aid offers?

Aid offer comparison worksheet

TuitionFit

How much should I budget for college living expenses?

FICO calculator

Bankrate calculator

How much will it cost and how long will it take to pay back my school loan?

Undergraduate student loan calculator
What can I do with this major?

What application portals will I use to apply to college?

Common Application
Coalition Application
University of California Application
Cal State Apply