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Research Tools for US colleges and universities:
General:
Davis United World College Institutions
Khan Academy College Admissions search tools
Search by feature of colleges:
College Lists : a free, publicly available site designed primarily as an aid to US college counselors as they help their students navigate the college search process.
Family Connection>Colleges>College Search
Search by major or career:
Interested in working in the US after graduation? Students who graduate in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) fields are entitled to stay an additional 17 months after their 12 month OPT (Optional Practical Training) period given to most college graduates. Check here for a list of the fields that may qualify for a 29-month visa after graduation in the US.
Compare features of colleges:
College Prowler Compare Colleges
Student reviews:
College Prowler Student Reviews
Rankings:
Businessweek Best Undergraduate Business Schools
Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs
World Rankings and Other Rankings
Standardized Testing and Applications:
ACT - Here you can register for the ACT
College Board - Here you can register for the SAT
Testing Requirements and Recommendations by US Higher Education Institution can be found here. This list is compiled by Compass Education Group. Students and families are encouraged to ensure the information is correct by looking at individual school websites.
You can also read a current list of test-optional schools on the Fairtest.org website
Common Application - This is used by over 500 colleges and universities for their online applications
Art Schools
Association of Independent Colleges of Art and Design
Music
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