Things to Think About When Choosing Post Secondary Programs/Universities

• Your Major
• Program of studiesL
• Time commitment
Cost
• Population
• Geographic location
• Size
• Special programs/sports
• Career placement
• Admissions criteria
• Housing Affiliations

www.petersons.com
Peterson's Guides have been a useful tool for college applicants for many years. Their web site has information for parents and students on colleges, financial aid and test preparation.

www.commonapp.org
The Common Application is a not-for-profit membership organization that, since its founding 35 years ago, has been committed to providing reliable services that promote equity, access, and integrity in the college application process.

www.collegeboard.com
This is College Board's home site. College search programs, SAT prep materials. SAT registration. Lots of good information for students and parents.

www.collegebound.net
Features a college search engine and information on many college bound topics

www.hundredsofheads.com
This site features information and advice from many experts in college admissions. Their idea is that "Hundreds of Heads" are better than one. Tons of good information and even an online chat room for students to ask questions of the experts.

http://colleges.usnews.rankingsandreviews.com/best-colleges
US News and World Report publishes its rankings of colleges all over the country each year. You can also search for a college on their site. They also offer a great comparison tool for looking at your list of colleges.