There are several online search engines to get your college search started. These are a great place to start to begin identifying potential colleges and universities.  Once you have a list of schools, go visit the ones you like the most to see if you can see yourself attending them.  Here are some great places to begin your search:

-Naviance Super Match

-Big Future College Board Search

-The Princeton Review College Search

-Niche Search 

Common App MCPS Recording and Slideshow Presentation

College Essay Writing Resources

Different colleges and universities have different Supplemental Essays.  See this guide to view school specific essays.

College Admissions Interview Information