College Preparation

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SAT/ACT Registration, Deadlines, and Fees:

Freshmen
Need an action plan? Visit ACT student and collegeboard for a plan to help you get into the college of your choice.

Sophomores
What do you need to do in your sophomore year of high school? The ACT and collegeboard will guide you and your specific needs.

Juniors
Need advice on what to do during your junior year of high school? The ACT and collegeboard can help and guide you through all your questions.

Seniors
Need money for college? Fill out the FASFA form online.

The ACT and collegeboard can help you, too.

Please visit these sites for assistance in your college preparation.

Writing College Essays

The following websites can offer tips/assistance that will help you write your college essays. Students should also feel free to stop by the Writing Center (located above the media center) for assistance with their essays.

Links of Interest

CollegePrep-101 - CollegePrep-101has helped students prepare for college since 1996, helping iterally hundreds of thousands of high school students and others through the process of applying to, selecting and transitioning to college.
CollegeBasics - Learn about applying to college, paying for college, and more.
Making It Count - With articles written for students, by students as well as articles written by career professionals, the Making It Count website is a valuable tool for students transitioning into high school, into college and into their career. The site also includes interactive games, tools, and e-newsletters.
College Center - A student gateway to college access, opportunity, and success.
PrepTalk - A biannual newsletter is full of helpful information about getting ready for college.
Academic Common Market - Study in a specialized field at an out-of-state college,
while paying in-state tuition rates.
Browse Colleges - The website contains an expansive directory that is the ideal resource for finding colleges, universities, career schools, trade schools, vocational training, and online degree programs that fit your needs.
The Common Application - The Common Application currently provides both online and print versions of its First-year and Transfer Applications for 392 institutions.
Common Black College Application - The EDU, Inc. Common Black College Application allows students to apply to thirty0five black colleges at once and pay a one time fee of only $35.
Scholarships.com - The leading college scholarship search site

Additionally, please see the following sites for financial aid and scholarship information: