College Counseling Resources

You don't necessarily need to pay for formal courses to learn more about college counseling. Again, it really shouldn't be so complicated, and here at Easy Access, we are trying to simplify the process, and simplify the messages that students hear. This site is focused on resources for counselors, but for general college information, check out our College Info website.

Comprehensive Resources & Books

NACAC Step by Step (Curriculum)

Revised in 2017, the curricula—presented in four sections, for elementary school students (grades K-5), middle school students (grades 6-8), early high school students (grades 9 through first semester 11) and late high school students (grades 11-12), offer training for counselors and others who work with underrepresented and underserved students to provide comprehensive tools for meeting the needs of first-generation students and their families.

Hardcover textbook - $69.99 ($54.99 for NACAC members); Kindle edition, available on Amazon - $69.99

Completely updated, the textbook is the definitive classroom resource for graduate education programs in secondary school counseling. It is also a must-read for practicing counselors, particularly those new to the profession.

Resource Lists

  1. NACAC Directory of Member Blogs

  2. College Board's Counselor Resources

  3. Steven Antonoff's Fundamentals of Independent Educational Consulting Resource List

  4. HECA Conference Resources

  5. WACAC Presentations & Handouts

College Advising Resources by Topic

Creating a College List

Financial Aid

Resources for Students

(also useful for counselors)

College Access Programs & Opportunities

NACAC Directory of College Access & Success Programs

College Greenlight's College Fly-in & Diversity Programs

College Greenlight's Summer Enrichment Program List Part 1 & Part 2