Finding the right college is a challenging yet very important step in a student's life. Choosing a college should be taken on with the same dedication and seriousness as preparing for a final exam, but should also be a joyful and fun experience. When researching different schools, consider student population, academic programs, location, and cost--among other factors. Every school is different and there is a seemingly endless list of possibilities, so determining what factors are most important to you will help you to narrow down your search. There are a wide range of resources available to you to help you decide on a school--among them, teachers, school counselors, and the web.

With dedication and hard work, college is possible for all students. Here are a few resources to help you get started on a successful and enjoyable college experience:

www.collegeboard.com
This site provides students and parents resources including college search, scholarship search, application guides and calendars, college board tests (including SAT preparation), and more.

www.washington.edu
University of Washington

www.wwu.edu
Western Washington University

www.wsu.edu
Washington State University

www.ewu.edu
Eastern Washington University

www.cwu.edu
Central Washington University

www.skagit.edu
Skagit Valley College

www.avidonline.org
AVID's national website

www.mountvernonschools.org
Mount Vernon School District's website

www.mvaims.org
Access to the AIMS website

www.supportmvschools.org
Mount Vernon Public Schools Foundation

www.studentaid.ed.gov
Includes information and the free application for Federal Student Aid programs

www.fafsa.ed.gov
The U.S. Department of Education provides a variety of programs to make college education possible

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