SCOIR: This platform, available beginning with the Class of 2021, “redefines the approach to college search and connects students, parents, counselors, and colleges for an improved admissions process.”
College Kickstart: We are so excited to begin using College Kickstart with our Class of 2021, as it works with school- and student-specific data to “help create a well-balanced list of colleges, one that's grounded in current admissions data and tailored to each student’s academic profile.”
Fairtest.org: Check here for the most updated information about colleges that have chosen to use test-optional or test-flexible admissions policies in their practice.
BigFuture.com: The College Board’s Big Future site is a thorough and thoughtful source of information for students and parents. It has a personalized search option that lets students match their academic profile, preferences and interests to schools that could be a great fit for them.
Colleges That Change Lives: This website highlights 45 small colleges with a proven track record of providing excellent support to a wide range of students, a.k.a changing lives. There is also a CTCL book, if you prefer learning off-screen.
The Fiske Guide: The Fiske Guide is our go-to source to get a snapshot of the strengths, challenges and general vibe of some of the most well-known colleges and universities in the U.S. The college counselors have multiple copies in each of their offices, FYI.
Admissions Matters: For those who like having an overarching guide for general reference on most college admissions related matters, this is a good one.
College and university-specific websites should always be carefully explored whenever students are seriously considering adding a college to their list-- just google the name of the college, and voila!
College representative campus visits: Check the weekly VES newsletter and The Week Ahead student newsletter to see when college representatives are visiting our campus. It is always best to get your information directly from those who will potentially be reviewing your application!
