College Information
from Baruchians - for Baruchians
Hello there! Welcome! We created this website to provide college information and advice specifically for those of you who are concerned about paying and applying for college in the future. So... we gathered a variety of information relating to college preparation that we hope will be helpful in making the college application process a little bit easier for you.
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SAT -vs ACT
"Many students and parents begin the college prep process by comparing the ACT and SAT. Two of the most common questions they ask are:
ACT versus SAT: How do I choose? "The best way to decide if the SAT or ACT is right for you is to take a timed full-length practice test in each. Since the content and style of the SAT and ACT are very similar, factors like how you handle time pressure and what types of questions you find most challenging can help you determine which test is a better fit. For example, the pace of the SAT gives you a tad more time to think through problems, while the ACT can be more of a time crunch. Some students really thrive under the pressure of the clock, while others prefer the extra time to ponder a question". Explore both options in depth at: www.princetonreview.com/college/sat-act The SAT and ACT can be difficult and expensive to study for, so how to start?Recommended Places to get free/affordable resources such as SAT Prep books, Information, etc:
Websites (If you haven't already start browsing through them):
If you can afford test prep, try and help those who can't!Places/ways you can DONATE to those who can’t afford education:
NonProfit Organizations:
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Baruch College Campus High School College Office
When in doubt, check out the Baruch College Campus High School College Office website!
Go to our Baruch College Office website before checking out other websites! Our school website has ALL the detailed, useful information about how to apply to college, financial aid, SAT/ACT prep, and internships! Also there is a list of scholarship resources you can apply to!
Check out this interview with one of Baruch's college office staff members,
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Some other helpful resources?Explore. Be Inspired. Get Schooled. Get schooled is a fun website that provides
Plus this website has a reward store! You will earn points that you can use as money in their reward store while reading articles, playing games, using their tools, and making comments. They update their reward store very often. They have books, stationery, starbucks/ amazon gift cards, cosmetic, movie tickets, portable chargers, headphones, signed clothing, backpacks, and more new things are coming up! getschooled.com/dashboard “Raise me helps level the college playing--and paying--field.” --The New York Times
This is a website that helps to to earn “micro-scholarships!” Make many littles together a mickle! You can get those micro-scholarships by getting a certain grade, volunteering in community, full attendance, or joining an extracurricular. So sign up to earn 'micro-scholarships' from a diverse set of over 225 colleges and universities, including Northeastern, Colby, Penn State, Michigan State, Tulane and Rollins College. www.raise.me/ Bottom Line helps low-income and first-generation-to-college students get to and through college. Their services include:
Go check out the website and apply for it! (for 11th graders) www.bottomline.org/ Khan Academy's website provides a personalized learning experience, mainly built on the videos which are hosted on YouTube. Contents include math, science, computer programming, history, art history, economics, and more. Get ready for your SAT/ACT by using Khan Academy!
www.khanacademy.org/ The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a form that can be prepared annually by current and prospective college students (undergraduate and graduate) in the United States to determine their eligibility for student financial aid.
fafsa.ed.gov/ |