Resources
When looking for a good-fit college, it is necessary that you do your due diligence on each college. This list gives you some great resources to help you in your search. At Soar, we suggest that you check out each site, and determine which sites you prefer, then use only your favorites as you continue your research.
General College Information:
- College Navigator
- California Colleges
- Big Future
- Campus Tours
- Go See Campus (to plan college visits)
Applications:
- Common App
- Cal State Apply (for Cal State colleges)
- UCOP.edu (for University of California colleges)
Majors and Careers:
- My Majors
- Exploring Health Careers
- Occupational Outlook Handbook (career exploration)
Testing:
- SAT College Board
- ACT Student
- Fair Test (a list of test-optional colleges)
Enrichment and Summer Programs:
- College Board – Summer Learning Programs
- College Board – Internships
- UCLA Summer Sessions & Special Programs
- USC Summer Programs
- UCI Pre Med Pathways
Financial Aid:
- Federal Student Aid (application / information for applying for financial aid)
- CSS Financial Aid Profile
- Financial Aid and Scholarships (Going Merry) Video (MD) 2025
- Liane Crane-The College Dollar
Scholarships:
- Imagine Scholarships-great site with a small monthly fee
- Going Merry Scholarships-FREE
- Fast Web (searchable scholarship database)
- FinAid.org
- Niche-No Essay Scholarships
- College Scholarships
- Appily-Merit Aid
- Scholarships.com
- ROTC Scholarship Consulting
Athletics:
- NCAA Eligibility Center (For student athletes who hope to play Division I or II college sports)
- National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
- The Student Athlete Advisors
Professional Counseling Organizations:
(all of these organizations have resources available for families)