Top 5 web sites every college bound student should frequent
Here is a great article for high school guidance counselors to pass on to their high school seniors and juniors.
Going to college can be both exciting and scary. The joys of being on your own, meeting hundreds of people at once and starting on the path to adulthood are enough to send most college-bound teens into a state of permanent euphoria. It’s figuring out how to get to college that can be a tad scary. And it’s okay to be a little scared. We have all been there. The key is to identify the source of your fear and find the information you need to be comfortable about heading to college!
We want you to make the transition to college without unwanted awkwardness, we have put together a list of web sites that every college-bound student should frequent. So, keep this list handy, bookmark these sites and get ready for the greatest adventure of your life!
U.S. Department of Education
The US Department of Education sets the education standards for the national public education system. They also have a cool web site. In addition to learning how the No Child Left Behind Act affects your education, you can get help with homework, find financial aid for college and connect with volunteer organizations!
Common Application
Thanks to 277 colleges and universities across the nation, the college application process has gotten a whole lot easier. You can now complete one college application and send it to any of the member colleges. No more duplicating the same high school achievements 10 times! Fill out the common application, photocopy it, send it to all your college choices and get on with life.
FAFSA
You have probably heard by now that you have to fill out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to qualify for federal financial aid. What you might not know is that the FAFSA web site makes the application process a cinch! Get updated information, check your application status and make changes all at one convenient virtual location. Getting money for college was never easier.
Global Experiences
Got an itching in your bones for a little world travel before heading off to college? Or maybe you want to explore the great, big world during your college breaks. Whatever the case may be, Global Experiences has the low down on adventure travel, volunteer opportunities, internships and every thing else you can think of that relates to you packing your bags and getting your globe-trotting on!
Teens Health
You already have tons of things to do and few hours to do them. Neglecting your health might seem like a necessary sacrifice. But, one of the worst things a college student can do is ignore their health. Get a jump start on healthy living by developing good habits now. Pay attention to your body, eat healthy, stay in shape and get enough rest. The crew at Teens Health can help you with tips on everything from food and fitness to drugs and alcohol. No topic is off limits so check it out and arm yourself with the facts about proper health.
November 28th, 2006 at 10:19 am
And I’ve quit Synopsys, what with my plan to pursue “higher” “studies” in this government college in UP. ‘Twas most agonizing, particularly leaving good friends behind.