Online College Resource Roundup, August 09 – Virtual College Tours, First in the Family, NextStep
Add these to the wealth of online resources explored in Part 1 of Regan’s Final Countdown series and the list from AdmissionsAdvice:
Virtual College Tours – Campustours.com and Yourcampus360.com
Mark Montgomery from Great College Advice mentions two tools that allow you to visit campuses online, www.campustours.com and www.yourcampus360.com. These websites offer virtual tours, campus maps, and interviews with students.
Yes, we always say visiting the campus in person is the best way to get to know a college. But if you’re strapped for time, these tools are a great way to get a quick glimpse of a college before you decide to visit for real.
First in the Family
firstinthefamily.org is a website geared specifically towards first-generation college applicants. Besides useful tips and advice, it has a cool “Finding Inspiration” section with motivational quotations and book. It’s a very well-designed site with good content and a unique perspective. I hope to see improvements in the future, such as partnerships with first-generation-specific scholarship programs.
NextSTEP
NextStep considers itself a one-stop resource for life after high school. It features a wealth of articles on the college process and a pretty active discussion forum.
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