College planning resource by the College Board

https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/

Search engine that allows students to compare and research colleges. It provides information on admission and scholarships as well as student reviews.

cappex.com

An organization of 44 liberal arts colleges that have small teacher student ratio, holistic admissions policies, and environments that foster community and personal growth

ctcl.org

An organization that provides one application that students can fill out and submit to over 800 different universities and colleges.

commonapp.org

College reviews written by students with a focus on location.

niche.com

A comprehensive search engine for colleges, online programs and community colleges

petersons.com

Test preparation for SAT/ACT and college search engine

princetonreview.com

An online college resource guide and student platform for colleges and

universities in the US

unigo.com

Requirements and Processes:

● 10 points to remember when applying for a visa: https://www.nafsa.org/professional-resources/browse-by-interest/10-points-remem ber-when-applying-student-visa

● Department of State information on U.S. visas: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas.html

● Department of State information on F, J, and M visas: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/study.html

● Department of State information on visa wait times: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/visa-information-resources/waittimes.html

● Links to each Department of State consulate: https://www.usembassy.gov/

● Study in the States (Student & Exchange Visitor) web site: https://studyinthestates.dhs.gov/

Six colleges have joined resources to provide one-stop-sign up for their mailing lists (students and counselors!) and also an array of shared events to help students and families get to know more about liberal arts, affordability, diversity, equity and inclusion, and tips for applying in the time of COVID-19.

Amherst, Bowdoin, Carleton, Pomona, Swarthmore, and Williams are represented.

To understand the difference between Early Decision, Early Action and Restricted Early Action click here...