College Exploration & Planning

Virginia Education Wizard – Explore college majors and options, careers, and soft skills employers needs, as well as take assessments.
College planning timelines – College planning timelines for students and parents, 9th through 12th grades.
Guide to College Visits – Checklists, questions to ask, timeline and tips for visiting colleges.
AP Credit College Search – Search AP credit policies by college or university.
1st Generation College Student Guide – Financial aid, timelines, checklists and encouragement for students who are first in their family to attend college (neither parent completed a 4-year degree).
College Transition Guide for ESL Students – For those who are non-native English speakers and currently learning the language, this guide gives information on how to prepare for college, get into college and thrive as a student.
Postsecondary Education Campus Pride Index – Universities and colleges in the U.S. that have gender-neutral housing, as well as trans-inclusive healthcare and all-gender restrooms.

College Athletics

NCAA Eligibility Center – Information you need to be certified to play sports at the college level.
College Athletic Recruiting Process – Comprehensive information on the college athletic recruiting process, getting noticed, getting scholarships and financial aid, etc.
Choosing a College – How to choose a college and the application process.
Junior College Athletics – Learn about eligibility and National Junior College Athletic Association member colleges.
Virginia Peninsula Athletics – Information on athletic programs and team tryouts at Virginia Peninsula Community College.

PSAT Information – Learn everything you need to know about the PSAT
PSAT Practice – Sample questions, practice tests, and a link to Khan Academy for further PSAT practice.
ACT-SAT Comparison – A comparison of the ACT and SAT tests and how to decide which test to take.

ACT Registration
ACT Accommodations & English Learner Supports (students with disabilities, home-school students, English learners, and special testing)
ACT Fee Waiver (scroll to bottom of page)

Virginia Peninsula Community College Office of Accessibility Services – Virginia Peninsula Community College programs and services for students with disabilities.
Disability-Friendly Colleges & Universities – The 50 top disability-friendly colleges and universities in the U.S.
College Disability Resources – Support, advocacy, and assistive technology to facilitate the transition to higher education.

Virginia Education Wizard – Research majors and colleges.
Academic Common Market program – Program that allows you to pay in-state tuition rates at participating out-of-state public colleges if studying select degree program not offered in your home state.
The Princeton Review – Explore majors, colleges and careers.
Virginia Public 2- and 4-year Colleges – Explore 2- and 4-year college and universities in Virginia.
Virginia Private Colleges – Explore private colleges in Virginia.
Virginia Community College Transfer Programs – Search for guaranteed admission and transfer agreements between Virginia community colleges and four-year colleges and universities.
10 Most Affordable Online Colleges – Learn more about the 10 most affordable online college programs.
Guide to Online Schools – Comprehensive guide to online higher education with reviews and rankings.

The Common App – Student guide to the Common App, accepted at over 900 colleges and universities.
College Application Tips
College Essay Tips