Student Links - College Planning and Preparation

The following links are provided as a service to DDESS students. The appearance of hyperlinks does not constitute endorsement by the Department of Defense, DoDEA, or DDESS of the linked Web site or the information, products or services contained therein. DDESS does not exercise any editorial control over the information you may find at externally linked locations.

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DoDEA: College Bound?
If you are interested in attending college after graduating from high school, this web site will help you get started. While it's true when it comes to preparing for college. "the earlier; the better," it is never too late to plan for higher education.
College Board Online
Comprehensive college information site. College Board Online includes College Board tests, programs, and online registration, a Test Question of the Day, SAT preparation, a searchable database of colleges, financial aid information (including a financial aid calculator), career planning information, a fee-based essay evaluation service, online shopping and more. Check out Starting Points for Students and Parents, Preparing for College, and Career Search Questionnaire.
College 411
Guide for students and parents with questions about planning for, choosing, paying for and making the most of college. Anyone who wants to go to college will find College 411 helpful. College 411 is organized into 6 sections: Minorities, Financial Aid, College Search, Internships and Study Abroad, General Information, and Parents. A site can contain more than one type of information. For example, a financial aid site might also have information about high school preparation for college. Contains valid basic knowledge.
College Parents of America
National membership association dedicated to helping parents prepare and put their children through college easily, economically and safely. CPA is a resource, advisor, and advocate for the more than 32 million households with parents of current and future college students throughout the United States.
DODEA Schools Educate College Admissions Officers
The concept of a US school DODEA site is designed to explain the DODDS school system to college admissions officers. Students may want to cite it as part of their college application.
Peterson's Education Center
Peterson's includes information about educational programs at all levels and provides searchable databases of colleges and academic programs including test prep and financial aid. Similar in content to College Board Online.
Preparing Your Child for College
A site by the Dept. of Education that guides parents and students. Includes "Exercises and Checklists for You and Your Child." Check out "Getting Ready for College Early." Discusses career planning and taking the right courses while in high school.
Princeton Review Online
This extensive college and career information site includes data as to colleges, scholarships, online admissions, paying for college, and test preparation for SAT I and II and ACT.
Students.gov
Assists prospective college students, their families, and guidance counselors in planning for college, applying for admission and aid, as well as receiving and repaying student loans.
SuperCollege.com
Offers advice on writing a good entrance essay, taking exams and applying for scholarships and offers other information on the college experience- start to finish.

Information on DoDEA Schools for College Admissions Officers

Guide to State Residency:  Sponsored by The College Board this site explains requirements for state residency, understanding the requirements for each state, evidence of domicile, tips for military families and more.

College and Career Planning Information

Choosing a College

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