The College Center
The College Center is a resource for those students who are planning to
go or considering going to college after high school. We hope you find
all of the pages and links informative and user friendly.
College Information
TERMS
TO KNOW - A glossary of terms to
be familiar with as you begin your college search and application.
WHAT
SHOULD YOU BE DOING TO PREPARE FOR COLLEGE? -
Even as early as your freshman year in high school, take a look at
this web site to see what you can be doing to prepare for college.
STUDENTS
WITH DISABILITIES - A list of resources for
college-bound students with disabilities.
Collegeispossible.org
College Is Possible is the
American Council on Education's K-16 youth development program that
motivates middle and high school students from underserved communities
to seek a college education. One of their main goals is the creation of
this website, which provides information regarding getting ready for
college, choosing a college, applying to college, paying for college
and more. Tambien, disponible en Espanol.
CHOOSING
A COLLEGE AND MAJOR - Use these links to assist
you in choosing a college and/or major.
COLLEGE
RESOURCE LINKS - Browse current rankings of
various collegiate programs and institutions.
THE
APPLICATION PROCESS
- When should you apply to college? What do you need to do in order to
apply? This information can assist you in completing your application,
writing an application essay/personal statement, and compiling letters
of recommendation.
COLLEGE VISITS
- In
order to make a more informed decision, college visits are vital. View
helpful suggestions and our schools policy on college visits.
VARIOUS COLLEGE INFORMATION
PARKLAND COLLEGE
- Visit this page for information on applying to and enrolling at
Parkland College.
ILLINOIS COLLEGES
- Extensive lists of links to public,
private, and community
colleges in Illinois. Links are also available to online applications
to public colleges/universities.
Community
College Links - Search several web-based programs
designed to find a community college that's right for you.
Christian
College Links - Browse information and discussion
on Christian colleges and universities.
Graduate
School Links - College searches and graduate program ranking
information.
Historically Black College Links - Information on
our nation's historically black colleges and universities.
Jesuit
College Links - Search for information on academic programs offered
by Jesuit Colleges and Universities.
Trade
School Links - Search for a trade school offering a program in your
area if interest.
College Visit Calendar
The College Visit Calendar page provides the schedule for admissions
representatives coming to Unity. Parents are welcome to attend.
State
University Application Priority Filing Dates, Fees, and Deadlines
The Application Deadlines page shows the state college priority
deadlines and regular deadlines for applications. Unity's
deadline for all college applications is the last full school day in
November each year.
Financial Aid &
Scholarships
The Financial Aid & Scholarships page offers information about
financial aid in general, about the scholarships Unity is aware of
and where to apply to get money for college.
College
Guidebook
and The Student Athlete
Through Getin2College, students and parents can
explore career opportunities, college
searches, applications, financial aid and much more.
Foreign Language Requirements
The Foreign Language Requirements page
clears up some of the confusion about the requirements for college
entrance and graduation. This information can be accessed at www.IACAC.org/resources/state_universities_foreign_language_requirements_2007.pdf
Summer Opportunities
at Colleges Around the Country
To learn about summer programs at
colleges around the country, visit http://www.petersons.com/summerop/.
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