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College Scorecard - Compare costs, graduation rates, and annual salaries of graduations
Princeton Review - more college planning information.
Peterson's College Guide - a very different way of searching for colleges because this site describes a school according to the type of graduate it produces.
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College Confidential - college information and discussion forums.
UW Helpline - Vast information about the University of Wisconsin system, including the online application.
Historically Black Colleges and Universities - a list of HBCU's by state.
Wisconsin Private Colleges - quick information and links to school websites.
Community College Review - Learn about community colleges, find schools, get financial aid help and college life tips.
Midwest Student Exchange Program - multi-state tuition discount program.
College Scholarships - links to many helpful resources.
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UW System Application - apply to any UW School with this application.
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The Common Application - apply to nearly 500 different colleges using an application.
Minnesota State Colleges Application - apply to 37 Minnesota State Colleges and Universities.
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Guide to International University Admission - this FREE resource features country profiles and admission how-tos for destinations that have proven popular among students seeking full degrees outside the US
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Athletics in College:
NCAA Clearinghouse - students who wish to participate in Division I or II college athletics must first register with the Clearinghouse.
NCAA Eligibility Center - NCAA Division I Initial-Eligibility Academic Requirements
NCAA Student Athlete Guidebook - information about recruiting, eligibility, etc. for Division I, II, & III athletics.
National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) - sports and activity for Junior College and two-year schools.
National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) - college and university athletics at 290 smaller colleges.
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Campus Tours - take virtual tour of campuses.
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CollegeXpress - ranking & summer programs
UWM College Opportunities For High School Students
Gap Year Programs:
TeenLife - search summer, gap, volunteer opportunities for teens and more
The Gap Year - an enhancement to the educational process for students who want to explore other interests between their high school and college years
Masa Israel Experience - one semester in Israel
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