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Welcome!
This site is designed for students and parents of Abby Kelley to have access to a number of college and career resources. Any questions should be directed to Mr. Penney at mpenney@akfcs.org
Presentations:
Mr. Penney's College Info Night Presentation 3/24/26
College and Career Links
College Resources
College Guidance Network CGN Grade 11 and 12 students only. The school subscribes to CGN for seniors and juniors. Parents can also create accounts. CGN is your one stop shop for everything college and career.
CGN Parent Activation Link CGN Student Activation Link (Grade 11 and 12 Only)
SCOIR Scoir is our main college/career platform for AKF students. Parents can also create accounts!
Common App The main way to apply to colleges for seniors.
College Navigator Take a deep dive into the stats for any college.
College Scorecard - A great way to get a quick snapshot of a college's facts and figures
Great Questions to Ask Admission Reps
Tuition Break Tuition Break is a way to get in state tuition at other colleges in New England depending on your major.
Creating a balanced college list
What to do after you've decided where you're going
Return on Investment Analysis of college and the return on investment by college and major
Where Undergrads Go to College
FAFSA Information for families
Scholarship Links
Financial Aid and Paying For College
The FAFSA The Free Application for Federal Student Aid. This form is required by all colleges.
The CSS Profile - A form required by about 300 private colleges as part of the financial aid process.
College Aid Pro Sign up to attend free webinars related to financial aid. This is a fantastic resource.
MEFA MEFA has great webinars and resources for families on financial aid and student borrowing.
Understanding In State vs. Out of State Tuition
How to Read a Financial Aid Award
Financial Aid Appeals Explained
Net Price Calculators Explained
Questions to ask about financial aid
The Worst Paying College Majors
Tuition Tracker-Quick financial aid info
Standardized Test Resources
Fair Test (see which schools are test optional)
IB Resources
IB Recognition Database See What colleges offer in terms of IB Credits and Scholarships
Career Information
College Essay Resources
2026-27 Common App Essay Prompts
What are colleges looking for in the essay?
The "Why This College?" Supplements
Personality and Career Interest Tests
Mass Career Information System
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