Whether you are interested in a large private university like Syracuse University, a medium public university like SUNY Oswego, a small private college like Le Moyne College, or a community college like Onondaga Community College, university and college preparation can feel overwhelming.
Below is a list of resources to help you make the most of your college prep.
Don’t know where to start?
Brainstorm careers, majors, and universities, by taking this quiz:
https://www.princetonreview.com/quiz/career-quiz
Search & compare universities and colleges based on graduation rates and financial support offers:
https://scholarmatcher.scholarmatch.org/
https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/
How to Research Colleges Without Visiting a Campus:
https://www.collegeessayguy.com/blog/how-to-research-colleges-without-visiting-a-campus
Need help with your application?
Guide to making your Common App stand out:
https://go.collegewise.com/common-app-guide-2022
The college essay – examples & tips for writing:
Curious about Financial Aid Information?
Free webinar on paying for college:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GQTTQV9OcoY
Help with navigating FAFSA & financial aid programs:
Scholarship Info
Information on NYS Excelsior Scholarship Program:
Overview of the Gates Scholarship:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=snpTx4qpKwE
List of Scholarships that do not require a Social Security Number:
https://www.maldef.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/2019-2020_MALDEF_Scholarship_Resource_Guide.pdf
Information on the Gold Door Scholarship:
More Resources
Best Summer Programs to make you stand out on college applications:
https://www.shemmassianconsulting.com/blog/summer-programs-for-high-school-students
Tips for Neurodivergent Students:
https://studybreaks.com/college/neurodivergent-students-back-to-school/
Resources & Guides for LGBTQ+ Students:
https://www.campuspride.org/2020BESTOFTHEBEST/
https://www.bestcolleges.com/resources/lgbtq-student-guide/
https://testprepinsight.com/resources/lgbtq-college-guide/#j1
Are you interested in working in counseling and consultation to help with university and college preparation or young adult mental health? If so, check out the services and specialties offered at Dr. Spiegelhoff & Associates.
Acknowledgment and thank you to Lindsey Smaka, SUNY Oswego Clinical Mental Health Graduate Student & Le Moyne College Wellness Intern, for putting together this list of resources.