There are a lot of organizations out there to help you prepare for college. Here are some of the best. You can also Find a Local Resource in your state.
www.YMCA.net
The YMCA of the USA, a leader in helping young people fully develop their potential, is the first national outreach partner of KnowHow2GO. YMCAs with college preparation and teen leadership programs will be distributing information on KnowHow2GO. YMCA Black and Hispanic Achievers programs at 165 centers nationwide will be actively participating in KnowHow2GO events and contests throughout the year. Click here to find out if there is a participating program near you.
www.collegeaccess.org/accessprogramdirectory
The National College Access Program Directory is a free online resource for students, parents, counselors, and researchers and those operating college access programs.
www.collegegoalsundayusa.org
At College Goal Sunday, you can get free on-site professional assistance filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form, talk to financial aid professionals about financial aid resources and how to apply, and get information regarding statewide student services, admission requirements, and more.
www.projectgrad.org
Project GRAD® has a ten-year track record of successfully helping at risk students make it through K-12 school systems and graduate from college.
What Kids Can Do, Inc. (WKCD) is a national not-for-profit organization founded in 2001 for the purpose of making public the voices and views of adolescents. On its website, WKCD documents young people's lives, learning, and work, and their partnerships with adults both in and out of school.
www.firstinthefamily.org
First in the Family is packed with useful resources and heartfelt stories from students who are the first in their families to go to college. First in the Family guides students through the key issues—from cultural conflict to academic challenge—facing first-generation students.
www.actstudent.org
The ACT student site provides information on many aspects of planning for college, including career planning and financial aid. You can also register for the ACT and find materials to prepare for the test.
www.collegeboard.com
The College Board offers a variety of tools and resources to help you prepare and plan for college. Find a college that fits your goals with the “College MatchMaker,” get it together with “My Organizer,” and prepare and register for the SAT.
National Association for College Admission Counseling offers online resources for college preparation, international students and scholarship scams.
This Web site guides aspiring students through resources that will help them make informed decisions about the critical choice of going to college.
The ACT student site provides information on many aspects of planning for college, including career planning and financial aid. You can also register for the ACT and find materials to prepare for the test.
www.collegeboard.com
The College Board offers a variety of tools and resources to help you prepare and plan for college. Find a college that fits your goals with the “College MatchMaker,” get it together with “My Organizer,” and prepare and register for the SAT.
www.collegegoalsundayusa.org
At College Goal Sunday, you can get free on-site professional assistance filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form, talk to financila aid professionals about financial aid resources and how to apply, and get information regarding statewide student services, admission requirements, and more.
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Check out their career assessment tool for help finding a career that suits you. You’ll also find tips on completing college applications and tools to help you decide among colleges once you’ve been accepted.
National Association for College Admission Counseling offers online resources for college preparation, international students and scholarship scams.
www.fafsa.ed.gov
Learn all about the FAFSA, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, usually the first step in seeking financial aid for higher education.
www.federalstudentaid.ed.gov
The Department of Education’s Federal Student Aid (FSA) programs are the largest source of student aid in America. These programs provide more than $80 billion a year in grants, loans, and work-study assistance. Learn more about and how to apply for this aid.
National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators offers a range of resources to help students, parents, and counselors navigate the college aid process.
Paso 1 – Encuentra un adulto que pueda ayudarte
Dale un empuje a tu educación
Dale un empuje a tu educación provee información para los jóvenes y sus familias respecto a la preparación académica y la planificación financiera para la universidad, y presenta a algunos de los estudiantes y profesorado de las instituciones afiliadas con “College Is Possible” de ACE.
Paso 2 – Esfuérzate al máximo
www.yosipuedo.gov
Esto es la Iniciativa de la Casa Blanca en la Excelencia Educativa para Americanos hispanos. Encuentre información a sobresalir en la escuela en todos niveles del grado.
Paso 3 – Encuentra lo que mejor se adapte a ti
www.educationplanner.org
EducationPlanner es el único sitio de planificación de su carrera y la universidad. Tenemos la información que usted necesita para investigar carreras, elegir una escuela postsecundaria, solicitar en línea, y encontrar modos de financiar su educación.
Paso 4 – Consigue algo dinero
http://studentaid.ed.gov/PORTALSWebApp/students/spanish/fafsa.jsp
Aprenda todo acerca del FAFSA, la Aplicación Libre para la Ayuda Federal de Estudiante, generalmente el primer paso a buscar la ayuda financiera para la educación superior.
