High School Junior

It's crunch time for standardized testing, make sure you're ready. Strengthen your transcript with AP classes and look for opportunities to expand your involvement in extracurriculars.
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Narrow your college search by saving all your favorite schools and comparing them by location, size, demographics, and cost. Search through our database of over 8,500 colleges and universities to find schools similar to the ones you already like.
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Delve into grants and scholarships and find out how you can save for college. Your financial aid package might affect your college search.
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Schedule a few campus visits to narrow your college search. Research different types of colleges and find out what it's like to live on college campuses. Read more about college sports, majors and classes, and housing.

As you trim your college search, look for schools that can help with your career goals. Learn more about specific career fields and use your summer to learn about hot careers and job trends.