Resources
Your Resource Center for College Admissions Success
Navigating the college admissions process can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. We’ve curated these trusted resources to help families save time, reduce stress, and make confident decisions at every stage of the journey. Whether you’re exploring colleges, planning for financial aid, preparing for tests, or guiding your student through applications, these tools provide clarity, credibility, and support when you need it most.
College Admissions Overview
Foundational guides that explain the overall admissions landscape, timelines, and what colleges look for—ideal for families beginning their planning journey.
UGA Admissions Blog –Direct insights from UGA admissions on decisions, timelines, and application tips.
https://www.admissions.uga.edu/blog/Georgia Tech Admission Blog – Nationally respected guidance straight from GT admissions leaders.
Common App – The primary application platform used by 1,000+ colleges and universities.
https://www.commonapp.org/Coalition for College – An alternative application platform offering built-in planning tools and college research support.
If you’d like help creating a personalized admissions strategy for your student, explore our CAPS programs to see how we guide families through every step.
College Search and Selection Tools
Reliable tools to help students explore colleges, compare academic programs, understand campus environments, and build a balanced college list.
College Board BigFuture – A comprehensive resource for researching colleges, majors, scholarships, and estimated costs.
Niche College Search – College rankings, student reviews, and campus insights across thousands of schools.
CampusReel – Authentic, student-led video tours that show the real look and feel of campuses.
Not sure how to build a balanced, well-matched college list? Our services help families evaluate options, identify best-fit schools, and make confident decisions.
Financial Aid and Scholarships
Authoritative sources to help families understand costs, complete required financial aid forms, and discover scholarship opportunities.
FAFSA – The required federal financial aid application for grants, loans, and many scholarship programs.
CSS Profile – A detailed financial aid application used by many private and elite colleges to award institutional aid.
Net Price Calculator Center – Tools to estimate the real cost of attending individual colleges after aid.
Scholarship Search (Fastweb) – A large, reputable scholarship database matching students to eligible awards.
Going Merry – A user-friendly scholarship platform that simplifies searching and applying in one place.
If you want support navigating FAFSA, CSS Profile, or maximizing scholarships, we walk families through every requirement with clarity and confidence.
Test Prep Resources
Trusted platforms and materials for SAT, ACT, and other standardized test preparation—supporting students in reaching their best possible scores.
Khan Academy SAT Prep – Free, personalized SAT practice created in partnership with the College Board. https://www.khanacademy.org/sat
ACT Official Prep – The official ACT practice platform with real test questions and study plans.
Wondering which tests your student should take—or when? We help families map out a testing timeline and choose the right prep approach for their goals.
Essays and Application Guidance
Resources to support students in writing authentic essays, preparing strong applications, and staying organized throughout the process.
Common App Essay Prompts – The current official prompts for the main Common App personal statement.
College Essay Guy Free Resources – Free guides, brainstorming tools, and templates to help students craft strong essays.
If your student needs help brainstorming, drafting, or refining their essays, our admissions programs offer one-on-one guidance throughout the entire writing process.
Career and College Major Guidance
Insightful tools that help students discover potential career paths, understand different majors, and connect their interests to future opportunities.
YouScience – An aptitude-based assessment that matches students to careers and majors aligned with their strengths.
O*NET Online – A comprehensive database of careers with detailed information on skills, tasks, salary ranges, and future outlook.
If your student is unsure about majors or future career paths, our assessments and advising sessions help them discover direction and make informed choices.
Parent Guides and Planning Tools
Helpful planning templates, timelines, and family-focused guides designed to reduce stress and keep the college process on track.
College Parent Central – Practical advice to help parents support their student through the admissions journey.
NACAC Resources for Families – Guidance from the National Association for College Admission Counseling on planning and applying.
U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard – Data on college costs, graduation rates, earnings, and outcomes to support informed decisions.
https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/
If you’d like a customized plan tailored to your student’s strengths, goals, and timeline, explore our services to see how we simplify the planning process for families.
Your Partner in the Journey Ahead
These resources offer a helpful starting point, but every student’s journey is unique. If you’d like expert support tailored to your student’s goals, challenges, and timeline, we’re here to help. Explore how CAPS can simplify the process, support your student, and set your family up for success.
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