Applicant Web Search

Helpful Websites For College Applicants


Embark
A college search engine and scholarship database for which you must
register, plus articles and chat forums.

College Net
Enormous database of schools, plus links to the colleges.

College Opportunities On-Line
(COOL)
Students who are exploring college or career training can now compare
programs, costs, and academic requirements at more than 9,000
post-secondary schools.

College Prowler www.usnews.com/ranking

CollegeView
One of the most detailed search engines with wide ranging criteria.

Common Application
One common application that can be used for registration in
approximately 225 different colleges.

Connecticut Mentor
Information about and applications for Connecticut's colleges and
universities. Virtual tours and financial aid information is also
available.

ThePrinceton Review
A good college search engine with a wide array of variables.

Comprehensive Guides

The College Board
A lot of useful information about campus visits, interviews, and other parts of
college search process. Downloadable application for over 800 colleges and
a comprehensive search engine. There is also a great deal of information on
the SAT.

Peterson's
Campus news, advice on writing application essays, and an engine for
college searches.

U.S. News College & Careers Center
College rankings, advice from high school counselors and financial aid
experts, a comprehensive college search engine and plentiful college links.