ON-LINE RESOURCES
The Tests
ACT
The ACT tests your knowledge in the areas of English, math, science and reading. Information on testing dates and sites, test taking tips and strategies, on-line registration and practice tests.
SAT
The SAT measures verbal reasoning, critical reading and math problem solving skills. Register on-line and for information regarding test dates, test preparation and practice tests.
COMPASS
Used mainly by community and technical colleges, it is a computerized assessment to identify the appropriate starting level for reading, writing, and math courses.
ASSET
Used mainly by community and technical colleges, it is a paper-and-pencil placement test that measures skills in reading, writing and mathematics.
ACCUPLACER®
The purpose of ACCUPLACER tests is to provide you with useful information about your academic skills in math, English, and reading. The results of the assessment, in conjunction with your academic background, goals, and interests, are used by academic advisors and counselors to determine your course selection.
Career Exploration
Explore What Work Is Right for You – The World of Work Map
http://www.act.org/wwm/index.html
Occupational Outlook Handbook
http://www.bls.gov/oco/
Career Voyages
What’s new, what’s hot, career videos and more.
http://www.careervoyages.gov/
Engineer Girl
Okay girls, why not be an engineer?
http://www.engineergirl.org
STEM: Science,Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
Take a look at careers you may not have thought about.
http://thefunworks.edc.org/index.php
Choosing a School
Think College
US Department of Education comprehensive site.
http://www.ed.gov/students/prep/college/consumerinfo/index.html
Wisconsin Colleges and Universities
http://uwhelp.wisconsin.edu
Wisconsin Career Colleges, Technical Colleges and Schools
http://www.witechcolleges.com
Wisconsin Private Colleges
http://wisconsinmentor.org
Paying for College
FAFSA
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/
State of Wisconsin Higher Educational Aids Board
Information on needs-based state financial aid programs.
http://heab.state.wi.us/
Wisconsin Colleges and Universities Scholarships
http://www.college-scholarships.com/wisconsin_traditional.htm
COMPASS Guide
http://epic.cuir.uwm.edu/compass
US Department of Education
http://www.ed.gov/finaid/
FinAid
Free, objective and informative, this site can demystify the process. Check out the site’s many calculators.
http://www.finaid.org/
SallieMae
The nation’s leading provider of student loans.
http://www.salliemae.com/
Updated 4-8-08 |
