Applying to College
When you apply to college we want you to have all the tools you need. You will find information about taking the SAT and ACT tests and about how to apply for the FAFSA.
Another place to go to get information about applying to college is Tyee's College & Career Office. They can give you information about colleges, let you know when colleges will be visiting your school, help you plan college visits and give you information about scholarships and other types of financial aid. They offer daily drop-in hours or you can schedule an appointment here.
The links below will help you find the information you need about applying to college.
Resources
- College Scorecard
- Khan Academy - Getting Started with College Admissions
- Khan Academy - Admissions Essays
- Khan Academy - Exploring College Options
- Net Price Calculator Center
- College Navigator
- Financial Aid Shopping Sheet
- Student Aid
College Scorecard
College Scorecard makes it easier for you and your families to search for a college that provides a good value. It includes essential information about a particular college’s cost, its graduation rates and the average amount its students borrow, all in an easy-to-read format. It is designed to help you compare colleges and choose one that is well-suited to your individual needs.
Khan Academy - Getting Started with College Admissions
Khan Academy - Getting Started with College Admissions is an interactive resource tool with information about what happens during college, why college matters, and the wide range of students who have chosen to attend college. The site will provide you with resources and videos about college admissions, importance of college, and a wide variety of resources to overcome obstacles like immigration, anxiety, time management, lack of high school support, financial barriers, and more.
Khan Academy - Admissions Essays
Khan Academy - Admissions Essays makes the college essay-writing process easier. It includes sample essays with admissions feedback, student videos about their college essays, and Undergraduate Admissions Counselor videos with tips on writing strong admissions essays and avoiding common admission essay mistakes.
Khan Academy - Exploring College Options
Net Price Calculator Center
College Navigator
Financial Aid Shopping Sheet
This site provides an easy way to compare financial aid offers from different schools. Many colleges and universities have adapted a shopping sheet that provides personalized information on financial aid and net costs as well as general information on institutional outcomes — all in a standardized format.