College Preparation

Preparing for college can be an extremely daunting time for students and parents. In an effort to alleviate a lot of the stress and confusion that accompanies this exciting time for you, we have selected various websites that may answer any questions you may have concerning the college process. The links below will provide information on everything from AP courses and their relevance to college to filling out FAFSA forms to tips on successful college interviews. We strongly encourage parents to take an active role in their child's preparation for college. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions you may have.

Preparing For College

Preparing Your Child For College
Some students may be unsure whether or not college is for them. This web page provides reasons why a college education in necessary in today's world and tips on the whole college process.

Bob Turba's Cyber Guidance Office
A very good website with a comprehensive guide to the college process.

Advanced Placement (AP) Testing Information
Provides information concerning Advanced Placement courses and the benefits it provides high school students.

Choosing a College

Choosing a college does not have to be a scary process. We have listed several websites that will make it easier for you to find the right college or university.

College Lists

• Private Colleges and Universities - United States
• Colleges Around the World - A listing of colleges by country.
• Historically Black Colleges and Universities
• Community and Technical Colleges
• U.S. Two-Year Colleges - Links to over 1,000 two year colleges.
• Hispanic Association of Colleges & Universities
• The Black Collegian
• Braintrack - The worlds' most complete education index
• Community College Web - Community college search.

Special Interest Groups/Programs

• Hillel: The Foundation for Jewish Campus Life - Provides information for Jewish students about college campuses across the United States
• Special Education Programs at Colleges and Universities

College Tours, College Visits & Open Houses

• New York's Private Colleges & Universities - Open House Dates & Events

College Fairs

• National Association for College Admission Counseling Schedule of College Fairs
• Tips for Visiting a College Fair

College Tours

• Virtual Campus Tours
• 360 Degrees Virtual Campus Tours
• Campus Tour Videos
• College Surfing
• Organized College Tour

PSAT, SAT & ACT

Now that you have an idea of what kind of college/university you would like to attend, you must take either the SATs or the ACTs. Descriptions of the tests and related resources can be found in the links below.

PSAT Information

• PSAT Dates and Information
• College Board: PSAT Practice and Preparation - Tips and practice questions with answers and explanations for the PSAT

SAT I/SAT II Information

• Register for the SAT I AND SAT II Online
• College Board: SAT I Learning Center - Take a free mini-SAT, learn study tips and skill builders
• College Board: SAT II Learning Center - Interactive practice questions and tips for the SAT II
• SAT I /llTesting Calendar

American College Testing (ACT) Information

• ACT: Test Taking Strategies - Become familiar with the content of the ACT test
• ACT Testing Calendar and Fees
• Register for the ACT Online

Testing for Special Populations

• SAT/PSAT Guidelines for Students With Disabilities - Eligibility and registration deadlines for the SAT/PSAT
• Requesting Accommodations on College Board Tests - Information for students with documented disabilities that necessitates testing accommodations
• TOEFL - Test of English as a Foreign Language - Evaluates the English proficiency of people whose native language is not English.