Financial Aid 101 E-Learning Course (NACAC)

This self-paced, foundational program offers two-and-a-half hours of lively, engaging learning. It’s a comprehensive introduction to a subject that grows more important every day.

Financial Aid 101 includes seven easy-to-use learning modules packed with information on subjects like loans, grants, scholarships and work study available from public and private sources. The program features informative graphics and videos, as well as occasional quizzes to help you measure your progress.

Developed for entry-level professionals in either the counseling or admission field, this interactive course tackles the fundamental concepts and best practices on which you can build your professional knowledge base, expand your current skill set, and help further your career.

Learn More: https://www.nacacnet.org/professional-development/elearning/

College Board – Big Future For Parents

On-demand college planning webinars, action plan handouts and resources for parents through BigFuture, a free comprehensive website that improves the college planning process.

College Scorecard

Allows for comparison of colleges by graduation rate, cost, and salary relative to the national average and searchable by location and other institutional factors.

College Navigator

College search engine developed by the National Center for Education Statistics allowing users to search for colleges/universities by specific institutional characteristics.

Preparing for College

Resources for students and families with links to information about the college exploration and admission process