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Collegeboard
http://www.collegeboard.com

Obtain information about planning for college, taking required tests, finding the right college, getting into college, and paying for college.

FAFSA Forms (Free Application for Federal Student Aid )
http://www.federalstudentaid.ed.gov/fafsa/fafsa_options.html

This site allows you to complete the FAFSA form online or to download a paper copy to complete.

FastWeb
http://www.fastweb.org

FastWeb is a directory of local, national and college-specific scholarships.

FinAid
http://finaid.org

The most comprehensive annotated collection of information about student financial aid on the web for students looking for ways to finance their education. FinAid offers some of the best financial aid tips, and how to guidance on securing financial aid.

GRE.org
http://www.gre.org

Obtain everything you need to know about studying and test preparation for the exam, scheduling a test, test formats, diagnostic service, graduate school decision guides, and search service for graduate opportunities.

LearningExpressLibrary (LearningExpress)
This instructional database assists patrons of all ages prepare for a variety of academic tests, including SAT and GED practice tests. There are math, reading, and writing skill-building resources for all students.

Peterson's
http://petersons.com

An excellent site to identify colleges by location, major tuition, sports, and more. Research scholarships, loans, and other financial information. Improve you test scores with Peterson's online practice tests.

U.S. Department of Education
http://www.ed.gov

Search for information in five categories: grants and contracts, financial aid for students, education resources, research and statistics, and policy.

Created by LC 1/11/07
Revised by JPS 2/8/08


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