Resources

• All About Career SchoolsFind out more about the opportunities offered by career schools.
• Big vs. Small, Urban vs. Rural: Consider College CampusesCollege location and size have a big impact on your college experience. Weigh the pros and cons of each.
• College FairsChoosing a college? Here's an easy way to sample several schools at once.
• College Touring Tips for ParentsWhat should a parent's role be during a college visit?
• Compare Your CampusLarge or small, urban or rural, students tell us what life on their campus is like.
• Directory of Hispanic-Serving InstitutionsAn index of HSIs in the U.S.
• Directory of Historically Black Colleges and UniversitiesA quick index of schools.
• Directory of Interim ProgramsA listing of programs for taking time off.
• Directory of Women's CollegesAn index of schools.
• Find a Diverse CollegeLearn how to get the real story on campus diversity.
• Five Myths about Community CollegesEducational experts bust myths about community college degrees.
• Gap Year SavingsGap years are growing increasingly popular. As the economy continues to tank, gap years may become a great money-saving alternative.
• Gap Year: Are You Ready to Take Break?If you need a break from school before starting college, start planning now for a "gap year" after graduation.
• Hispanic-Friendly CollegesAs a Latino student, finding the right college is about feeling as if you belong and fitting into campus as a whole.
• Hispanic-Serving InstitutionsIs it the right choice for you?
• Historically Black Colleges and UniversitiesAre HBCUs the choice for you?
• Nontraditional Students: Find the Right CollegeUse these tips to help you find the school that meets your needs.
• Plan Your College VisitsBe ready to make the most of your time on campus.
• Taking Time Off: Interim ProgramsAlternatives to going straight to college.
• The Military College DrillMilitary colleges provide more than a top-notch education.
• Types of SchoolsEducate yourself to choose the right school.
• Up Close and Personal with Campus ToursBrochures will only take you so far.
• Virtual Campus ToursFrom YouTube to university Web sites, find videos, photos and more.
• Weigh the RankingsHow much emphasis should you put on college ratings?
• Women's CollegesA different academic environment.

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