College Information
Common Application
The Common Application is an application that is used for various colleges and can help in cutting down the amount of work invoved in applying because you fill out the one application and submit it to multiple colleges.
CollegeBoard
This site is a wealth of information. They are the creators of the SAT and you can register through this site; however, they also have a great college search.
NCAA Clearinghouse
If you are interested in playing a sport while in college, you must go through the NCAA Clearinghouse. That process can start at this website.
CampusReel
CampusReel gives you an opportunity to tour a campus without having to travel the distance to get there. This is a great opportunity to check out some of the schools you are looking at that are further away.
Affordable Online Colleges
eCampus Tours
This is a website with a wealth of information as well as the opportunity to do some virtual tours.
FastWeb
FastWeb not only finds students scholarships but also provides a plethora of information and guidance as students find their college or first job. They provide current news on financial aid, scholarships, college, jobs and internships, and student life.
Go College
Gocollege.com is a resource to guide students on how to finance and succeed in college. For easier navigation of the site, the materials are divided into four major categories that most students experience when getting into college: financial aid, admissions, education options, and college survival.
Maryland Higher Education Commission
This website has an abundance of information to help you to prepare for college as well as figure out how to afford college. They are a tremendous resource.
My Majors
Do you need to find a college major? My Majors.com provides useful advice on finding a college major that a high school student or college freshman with your interests and achievements might enjoy and excel in. Take the short MyMajors quiz and find your best-fit college major now!
Petersons
Petersons has information about what collegse have what majors/programs, etc. It is a wealth of information about college search and selection, test preparation, and financial aid, as well as offering online services for essay editing and resume writing.
School Guides
A comprehensive college search directory of four- and two-year colleges, nursing and business schools located in the United States. The college search tools will help you find colleges and universities that offer accredited programs that most interest you.
Way2GoMaryland
The Way2GoMaryland campaign serves as a vital resource for students and their families, guidance counselors and teachers, youth leaders, and others who are working to help students navigage the college-preparation track successfully. Topics covered by the campaign include middle/high school coursework, paying for college, college admissions requirements, study skills, choosing a college, and building a college-ready resume. Way2GoMaryland is managed by the USM Office of Communications and supported by admissions and financial aid staff members from USM's 11 universities.
Youtube videos from College.gov
College students discuss many of the little things (and big things, too) you can do to get ready for post-secondary education.