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www.collegegoalsunday.org
At College Goal Sunday students and parents can receive FREE on-site professional assistance to complete the Free Application
for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Talk to a financial aid professional concerning resources, admission requirements, statewide
services and more.
www.firstinthefamily.org
First in the Family is packed with useful resources and heartfelt stories from student who are the first in their families
to go to college. First generation college students are guided through a multitude of issues, from cultural conflicts to
academic challenges.
www.actstudent.org
The ACT student site provides information on many aspects of college. It includes information about registering for the ACT,
test prep, financial need estimator, and career planning.
www.collegeboard.com
The College Board provides all the information about the PSAT and SAT. The website has an interactive tool called “My Organizer”
and the “College MatchMaker” that finds a college that fits your goals.
www.educationplanner.org
The Education Planner has a career assessment tool for helping to find a career that best suits you. You will also find tips
on completing college applications and tools to help you decide which college.
www.fafsa.ed.gov
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid is usually the first step in seeking financial aid for higher education. This
website will provide complete information for students and parents.
www.federalstudentaid.ed.gov
The Federal Student Aid (FSA) programs through the Department of Education are the largest source of student aid in America.
These programs offer grants, loans, and work-study assistance.
www.csocollegecenter.org
The Center for Student Opportunity targets first generation and low income students. The website includes an “ask the expert”
section where students and parents can ask questions online.
www.collegeispossible.org
A website which offers “Paying for College”, an overview of federal grants and loans, tax benefits for college students and
other federal, state and institutional programs. A list a recommended websites, books and brochures from College is Possible
is provided.
www.studentaid.ed.gov
The Student Guide is available in English and Spanish. It is a comprehensive resource on student financial aid from the U.S.
Department of Education
www.fastweb.com
This is a FREE service from Monster.com. It allows the user to search over 1.3 million scholarships.
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