College Preparation

Preparing for college can be a daunting experience for both students and parents. In an effort to assist you in this process, we have selected several websites that may address some of your concerns. We strongly encourage parents to be active participants in the college preparation process. 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.
College Atlas

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

College Tours

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.

Last Modified on May 10, 2011