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Curated OER

College Search Made Easy

For Teachers 12th
Twelfth graders research colleges to assist them in determining what college to attend. They conduct Internet research, e-mail questions to university professors and students, and develop a portfolio of their information.
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US Department of Education

U.s. Dept of Education: Preparing Your Child for College

For Students 9th - 10th
Are you looking for a resource for parents on preparing for college? The U.S. Department of Education has created an in-depth parent resource book for preparing their child for college. An online resource for career and college planning...
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The Institute for College Access & Success: College in Site

For Students 9th - 10th
CollegeInSite provides data on college affordability, diversity and student success and makes it easy to find, compare and analyze data on a college. This resource also provides the opportunity to build a table with any combination of...
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College Profiles

For Students 9th - 10th
Features in-depth profiles with information about academic programs, athletics, campus life, and financial aid, along with geographic search, directories for honors programs, women's colleges statistics on minority enrollment and...
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College Prep 101

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Prepare for college and get "survival" tips for academic life. Features include application, financial aid and scholarship information, and advice for student athletes.
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NPR: National Public Radio

Npr: The College Admissions Game

For Students 9th - 10th
Here is a seven-part NPR report that explores topics such as standardized testing, paying for college, early admision, black colleges and community colleges. Available in print and audio.
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Kidsource OnLine

Kid Source on Line: How to Choose a Community College

For Students 9th - 10th
If you are deciding on college and stuck in the debate between a community college or a four-year college then you will be interested in this resource.
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Quintessential Careers: Making the Most of Your Campus Visit

For Students 9th - 10th
Searching for a college is overwhelming and exciting, but also very confusing. This article encourages visiting the campuses of your choices and offers ways to make those visits more meaningful.
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The College Board

College Board: College Search

For Students 9th - 10th
Are you looking for information on a college major or a specific college? Use this resourceful site to assist you in making college decisions or to learn more about the college process.
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NPR: National Public Radio

Npr: How to Choose a College That's Right for You

For Students 9th - 10th
Are you overwhelmed trying to decide what college is the best for you? NPR provides an effective article to aid those searching for the college that fits their needs.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Planning Your College Visit

For Students 9th - 10th
One of the best ways to gauge if a school's the right fit for you is from the gut feeling you get from actually stepping foot on its campus. This article offers tips for planning your college visit.