Web Sites
College Preparation Resources
ACT
Helpful tips to prepare to take America's most widely accepted college entrance exam, as well as other useful educational and career-planning information.
College Board Online® – Education excellence for all students
Get all the information you need about entrance examinations and financial aid. They also provide a constructive tool to help you or your child search for a college based on personal preferences.
The Kaplan Education Center
Find the college of your dreams, get feedback on the latest SAT, read expert analysis and tips, and give the "Brain Teaser o' the Day" a whirl.
The Princeton Review
Information about college and graduate school admission tests, career advice, financial aid, and more.
The U.S. Department of Education (USDOE)
If you're interested in applying for a grant or contract, here's information you'll need to know. While at the site, visit the U.S. Department of Education's
Financial Resources
Federal Student Aid
A source for free information on preparing for and funding your college education, provided by the U.S. Department of Education.
FAFSA
Free Application for Student Aid Web site.
Peterson's Scholarship Search
Visit free scholarship locator sites such as Peterson's Scholarship Search, to create a personalized profile and locate scholarships applicable to you and your talents/interests.
Wells Fargo Student Loan Center
Wells Fargo provides an overview of the student loan process, from how to apply for a loan to how repayment works.* If you're a high school student, sign up for Wells Fargo's College STEPS® Program & Scholarship Sweepstakes to receive college-preparatory tips and for the chance to win a $1,000 tuition prize.**
* Wells Fargo student loans are products of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.
** Neither the EdVest plan, Wells Fargo Funds Management, LLC, nor Wells Fargo Funds Distributor, LLC are sponsors of College STEPS®. The College STEPS® Program & Scholarship Sweepstakes is offered by Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., an affiliate of Wells Fargo & Company.
Wisconsin Resources
Higher Educational Aids Board
HEAB administers programs of student financial aid, including grant, scholarship, and loan programs, tuition reciprocity agreements, and tuition capitation contracts.
To be considered for Wisconsin state financial aid, all students are required to apply for admission at their chosen college or university, and file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). No separate application is necessary.
Educational Approval Board
EAB exists to protect Wisconsin's consumers and support choices with innovative and quality education programs. Although many schools, including public colleges and universities, are not overseen by EAB, this agency provides useful information to help you select a post-secondary school.
University of Wisconsin System
Resources to provide current students, future students, and their families with information about admissions, academic advising and support, and life in a UW campus community.
Wisconsin Association of Independent Colleges and Universities
WAICU represents and promotes collaboration among the 20 private colleges and universities of Wisconsin. Their interactive Web site, WisconsinMentor, features virtual campus tours and online applications.