College Resources

For a comprehensive list of college resources, take a look at the list below.

ACT Testing – The ACT Plus Writing includes the four subject area tests plus a 30-minute Writing Test. ACT results are accepted by all four-year colleges and universities in the U.S.

Affordable Schools Online – You can filter this list by school name, location, or tuition costs. By starting your search with cheap colleges that match your interests and educational goals, you are putting your best financial foot forward on the path to graduating with low amounts of student debt. If you are looking for a Master’s Program online, click here for similar resources.

TheBestSchools.org – Find valuable information about rankingdegree, and career options to help make informed decisions about your education. Also, discover everything you need to know about the Common App, including:

College Nannies + Tutors – Our one-on-one tutors understand how to work with students and make learning easy, fun and rewarding. While we believe in structured methods and proven approaches to teaching, the most important thing on our minds is how your unique student will reach their full potential. We offer a complete set of one-on-one customized tutoring for all ages and all subjects including college test prep.

College Stats – College Stats is all about providing you with the data you need to start or finish your college search. Find your data by searching a college name, selecting by our categories on the left, or using our college finder tool to combine criteria.

Faison Center’s Summer College 101 Program – Faison’s Ready. Set. Go! Summer College 101 Program is designed to provide rising High School Seniors an opportunity to experience college. Faison’s College 101 Program provides a two week overnight college experience on the University of Richmond campus with the support of trained professionals from The Faison Center and University faculty. The students will gain the confidence they need to embark on their college career and to gain a strong sense of college life. College 101 will help to teach success on the campus while taking the anxiety out of the unknown. This two week overnight experience prepares students for:
• Dorm Life
• Campus Navigation
• Meals, Health and Wellness
• Academic Resources and Supplies
• Social Activities and Clubs
• Safety and Security
• Troubleshooting Transportation Services
• College Application and Essay Workshop
And so much more!

Federal Student Aid – Federal and state financial aid options.

Financial Aid – A great site to find college resources about Savings, scholarships, military aid, and other types of financial aid information.

Frugal Dad – You can filter this list by school name, location, or tuition costs. By starting your search with cheap colleges that match your interests and educational goals, you are putting your best financial foot forward on the path to graduating with low amounts of student debt.

How To Pay For College –  An online guide that covers everything related to college financial aid including FAFSA, loans, scholarships, college savings accounts, work-study, and grants.

SAT Scores and Testing – In 1900, the College Board was created to expand access to higher education. Formed by a handful of colleges, the purpose was to simplify the application process for students and college admission offices. More than a century after evaluating those first few test-takers, they’re helping more than seven million students prepare for a successful transition to college each year, and they continue to serve the education community.

State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV) – The purpose of SCHEV’s website is to provide to college resources to students and parents. Find an overview of the different sources of available financial aid. SCHEV makes higher education public policy recommendations to the Governor and General Assembly in such areas as capital and operating budget planning, enrollment projections, institutional technology needs, and student financial aid. SCHEV administers a variety of educational programs that benefit students, faculty, parents, and taxpayers. SCHEV serves as a catalyst to promote greater access, quality, affordability, and accountability throughout the system. SCHEV also helps policymakers, college administrators, and other concerned leaders work cooperatively and constructively to advance educational excellence.

Student Loans Student loans offer a variety of deferment options and extended repayment terms. Student loans include the Federal Stafford and Federal Perkins Loans.

VA529VA529 – Our mission is simple: to continue to be a national leader in 529 programs by providing superior, affordable, innovative, tax-advantaged college savings options to assist families and others in achieving their higher education goals. Every day we seek ways to assist families through program enhancements, technology improvements, targeted education, and scholarship. We are motivated by seeing students achieve their dreams of a college education. Use your Savvy Saver card to waive the $25 registration fee.