Going to College
Congratulations for choosing to go to college! This page is designed to help you with the things you can do NOW to get into college later. Choices you make now can have a great impact on the college options you have later.
What can I do now?
Set goals for yourself during each year of school. Get involved in school activities, clubs, and community. Gain life experience through volunteering or obtaining a part-time job. Take challenging classes including dual credit and AP courses.
Resources to help you prepare for college placement exams:
Visit KYVL.ORG (See the school librarian for passwords for at home use.)
College Admissions & Test Preparation
Prepare for your ACT Test
Prepare for your SAT Test
Prepare for your PSAT/NMSQT Test
Prepare for your AP Exam
Prepare for the TOEFL iBT and IELTS Tests
How to Write a College Admissions Essay (Register at school or see the school librarian for passwords for at home use.)
Need financial assistance?
There are many ways to pay for college, and students often use multiple sources to help offset the cost. The links below are great resources for financial assistance.
FAFSA
SCHOLARSHIPS
PERSONAL SAVINGS
ALTERNATIVE
Helpful Articles: How to Pay for College NerdWallet FAFSA Guide Companies to Avoid
Ready to Apply to a College?
Check out the KHEAA website for a complete list of colleges in Kentucky that provides a comparision between student population, setting, student/teacher ratio, tuition costs, and housing options for each school. Click here to see the Comparative List
Use the links below to apply to a specific Kentucky college or university.