PLEASE NOTE

**There often is a fee for online applications. Read the information carefully to determine the fees and consider if the costs are worth any advantages gained by applying electronically.

***Most of the search programs do not search all of the accredited institutions of higher education.  A database may be limited to private, public, or client colleges who have paid to be in included in the listing. Try a few of the search engines for a more varied listing. In reviewing the rankings of institutions, consider the criteria used and the sources of the data.

****Some of the sites require registration (it may be called membership) in order to access the services they offer.  Generally, there is no charge for registration, but the introductory information should be carefully read to be sure.  The registration generally asks for name, address, e-mail, phone number and some questions on interests or preferences.  Be aware that this information may be shared with client colleges or with other sites that are selling products.  Those who register may get unwanted e-mail advertisements.

2002 Colleges, Universities, and Scholarships
The information on colleges in the U.S. provided here includes free financial aid information, scholarship searches and SAT and ACT test preparation tips.  E-mail addresses and telephone numbers for admissions officers and financial aid officers are available.  Information for home schoolers planning to attend college is also provided.

101 Top College, University and Scholarship Pages
This site lists and briefly describes sites relating to college and the admissions process. Included are sites devoted to financial aid, choosing a college, SAT/ACT tests, online applications, and related topics, plus information on graduate schools and admissions tests.

Adventures in Education
Sponsored by the Texas Guaranteed Student Loan Corp., this site has information on career planning, selecting a school, and paying for college.  The site is useful for middle school and high school students, and those students already in college. The middle school information links academic preparation and course requirements to career ideas. A chart is provided that can be used to plan high school courses.  For high school students and their parents information on choosing the right courses, selecting a college, taking entrance examinations, applying for admissions, and applying for financial aid is provided.  For students already in college there is information on financial aid, changing majors and transferring to another school, plus an in-school and after-school budgeting sheet.  There is a separate area on career planning.  This site also links to E-Hound which will track admissions and financial deadlines upon registration.

Campus Newspapers on the Internet
A good way to learn about what a college is really like is to read its newspaper.  This site provides links to U.S. collegiate newspapers that are available online. 

Center for All Collegiate Information
This compact and useful resource site is divided into general subject categories of links to college and university information sites, department sites, student sites, student grads, faculty and staff sites, and collegiate sports sites.

College Board
This site has information on the major components of the college admissions process.  There are search engines for college choice, scholarships, and career exploration.  Information on PSAT, SAT, AP examinations are included.  Students can register for the SAT online. Links are also provided to CollegeSearch (a college choice search engine) and Going Right On, a planning site for pre-high school students.

College Net
On this comprehensive search site, students can enter a personal profile that is made available to campus recruiters.  Photos of colleges from viewbooks or virtual cameras (for some campuses) are accessible.  The site has links on financial aid, test preparation, college sports, and academics.  There is a search engine for education-related Web sites. 

College Planning for Students with Learning Disabilities
From IEP planning to transitioning to troubleshooting challenging points in the college experience, this Web site reviews the process of selecting a school that is right for the individual with learning disabilities.

College Prep 101
This informative site provides information to help prepare for a successful transition to college.  There are clearly explained mini-lessons on topics related to the admissions process and tips on becoming a successful college student.  For those students applying to college, there is an explanation of the materials used in the recruiting process and financial aid.  Practical advice and suggestions for navigating college issues including campus life, dormitory living, multiculturalism, study skills, and transitioning to college are given.

College Search
This college search program from the College Board is accessible through its home page. 

College Opportunities Online (COOL)
A direct link from the U.S. Department of Education to information on over 9,000 colleges and universities in the United States. If you are thinking about a large university, a small liberal arts college, a specialized college, a community college, a career or technical college or a trade school, you can search for them here.

College View
The site offers free online search services including a college search program and online applications.  Profiles on all accredited colleges and universities in the U.S. and Canada are accessible, and detailed information on financial aid and scholarship opportunities are included.  There are virtual tours of over 100 campuses.  Career advice and planning tools are obtainable.  Ask Experts encourages users to e-mail a question regarding college admissions to professionals in the fields, and the Question Archive lets users read some of the previously asked questions.  Excerpts from books about college give information about specific areas of the college planning and admissions process.  There is a message board to post questions and get feedback from other students. 

College Xpress
This site has a basic search program that generates lists of possible college choices from a database of independent institutions.  The site has an area for finding financial aid, scholarships, and loans.  A section of advice on admissions, financial aid, and campus life is included.  Students or parents can ask questions and receive e-mail answers about the college admissions process, financial aid, and campus life.  An area has information and links for student athletes and on-campus athletics.  The tip of the day for college success is included.  Upon registering, further information from client colleges can be requested. 

Cynthia Good's College and Career Planning Homepage
This site lists hundreds of links on many college and career topics, from study skills to online applications to financial aid to career planning.  

Disability Friendly Colleges
Follow this link to an online article from New Mobility Magazine that lists services available at public colleges and universities in the top tier of the U.S. News and World Report rankings.  The information is taken from the responses sent to disability resource offices at 50 public universities and colleges in the U.S; exceptional programs or services are noted. 

HBCUConnect.com
On this site, which calls itself the Historically Black College and University megasite, you will find profiles of HBCU institutions. Enter a profile to be recruited, find jobs and locate internships. Registration is required.

I have a learning disability . . . How do I choose a college?
Many colleges and universities have programs or services that respond to the needs of students with learning disabilities. This page, from Adelphi University, will help you gather the necessary information to find a match between your needs and the array of options available.

Indiana University Bloomington Libraries:
Internet Quick Reference to Colleges and Universities
This site proves links to listings of colleges and universities, admissions sites, information on campus life, college Web sites, financial aid, and rankings. The section on admissions is especially useful.

Kaplan Educational Centers
Created by the Kaplan test preparation company, this site provides free and useful resources.  There are practice PSAT and SAT examinations and tips on taking the tests.  Study helpers, such as vocabulary building and logic brainteasers aid in preparation for the tests.  There is also information on MCAT and LCAT examinations.  Information on the admissions process and financial aid is available. The college life simulator game raises awareness of balancing college living issues that students experience on campus.  The interactive college admission interview has realistic questions and tips on answering them.  There is a well-conceived search engine for picking colleges, plus career and job search information. Information also is available for parents.  This site is fun and informative with lots of games, puzzles, information, and suggestions.

Librarian's Index to the Internet
Here you can access a wealth of information about education.  You can find out about home schooling, distance education, choosing colleges, testing, and much more.

Match Made by Design Not Accident
Great coaching is provided for students with disabilities on how to find the services you need, how to personalize your own support system, and how to select the college with the supports that will empower you.


Office of Postsecondary Education: Campus Security Website
The Office of Postsecondary Education of the U.S. Department of Education collects data on campus crime as reported by the colleges and universities. This link provides information on reported criminal offenses for over 6,000 colleges and universities in the U.S.

Peterson's
Maintained by the Peterson’s Guide folks, this site refers to itself as the most comprehensive educational resource on the Web.  The site includes a college search enginem financial aid information, and test preparation information.  Online applications are accessible.  Information is obtainable on study abroad.  Advice is provided on how to find a summer camp, program or job.

Princeton Review
Students can take a practice SAT test here.  The site provides advice on the admissions process, including informative articles and FAQs from admissions officers. College rankings on academic and campus life issues are included. This is a good site to find information on majors or financial aid.

Security on Campus
Security on Campus (SOC) is a non-profit organization that provides infromation on security issues on college campuses. The site provides links to crime statistics, legislation governing reporting of crimes, and articles on campus security issues.

Send Your Child to College
Created by a public librarian, this site developed from resources gathered to assist parents and others with questions about all aspects of the admissions process. This is a clearly organized and well-presented site without commercial or other distractions. Many useful links are included. Students and educators will find this site useful as well.

U.S. News and World Report .EDU
The most recent rankings are accessible here.  You can search community and four-year colleges using several criteria. The site has information on financial aid and a scholarship search engine.  The Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ), especially “how do I get started,” are helpful.  Questions on admissions and financial aid are answered online by admissions/financial aid experts.  Information is also available on college life.  Life after college is a section focused on careers and graduate schools.  There is also a glossary of terms used in the admissions process.

Xap Corporation
The site contains applications that can be downloaded or can be submitted to client colleges online.  The site has links to standardized testing companies and test preparation courses.  There are also links to career search sites.  Information on financial aid and scholarships is provided. Information about and electronic application to all Massachusetts independent colleges and universities is now available on a separate site, MassMentor, which is powered by Xap.

Wired Scholar
If you're a student wondering where to go to college and how you're going to get there, or if you're a parent trying to unravel the mystery of the college and the financial aid application process, wiredscholar.com is the site for you! Get a head start on preparing for the world of higher education. You'll find pointers and self-help checklists on the entire "go-to-college" process, from preparation to getting loans.

Yahoo.com College
The Yahoo College pages are well organized and have information and articles on the major components of the colllege application process, including financial aid, admissions testing, and the application process.