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College Prep & Financial Aid

Jump start your college prep journey with these free resources at home or in the Library. Learn about searching for schools, the application process, admission requirements, financial aid, and more.


Recommended Reads

To browse books on college prep and financial aid resources in the library, ask for help at the Adult Reference Desk.


College Search & Prep Websites

Explore college majors and research career options to help focus your college search. Focus on your college readiness with test prep and see what college options are just around the corner.

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College Test Prep & Practice

  • ACCUPLACER External Link - Information and resources to help you prepare for ACCUPLACER course placement tests
  • ACT External Link - Find information on test dates, places, fees, and how to register, plus how to prepare for the ACT and review your scores
  • Fair Test External Link - List of colleges and universities that do not emphasize ACT or SAT scores in their admission process
  • Method Learning Test PrepLibrary Card Required - Comprehensive self-paced lessons and resources that help students prepare for, and score higher on, the SAT and ACT
  • SAT External Link - Find information about test dates, places, fees, how to register, and how to interpret your score report
  • Test Prep for Students - Find tools to help you prepare for upcoming tests including resources for driving tests, ACT, SAT, AP tests, and more

College Planning Helpful Sites

When you're ready to start the application process use these helpful resources to see you through planning and financing for college to achieve your goals.

Application Process

College Tours & Study Abroad

Financial Aid

Scholarships

Succeed in College

Life After College

College Admission Tools & Guides

Use these helpful guides to excel at every step of the college application process.

Self-Guided Online Learning

Learn at your own pace anywhere, anytime. Find a variety of lessons on each step of the college journey.

Online Resources

You will need your Rolling Meadows Library card to access many of our online resources if you are not using them in the Library. Need help? Stop by or call the Reference Desk at 847-259-6050 x130.


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America's News: Education

Use from home Library Card Required  Current and archived full-text articles from news sources nationwide. Browse current college and university issues.

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Popular College & University Topics

  • Accreditation
  • Affirmative Action
  • Campus Safety
  • College Admissions
  • College Enrollment
  • College Tuition
  • International Students
  • SAT & ACT Preparation Programs
  • Student Aid & Support
  • Student Housing
  • Studying Abroad
  • Transfer Students

Method Learning Test Prep

Use from home Library Card Required  Comprehensive self-paced lessons and resources that help students prepare for, and score higher on, the SAT and ACT.

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Points of View Reference Center

Use from home Library Card Required  A balance of materials from all viewpoints about controversial issues regarding colleges and universities.

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Recommended Searches

  • Academic Tenure in Higher Education
  • College Education & Student Loan Debt
  • Colleges & Early Decision
  • College Tuition Rate Increases
  • For-Profit Universities
  • Free College Tuition
  • Gap Year
  • Online Degree Programs
  • School Choice

Weiss Financial Ratings

Use from home Library Card Required  lan for your college goals with guidance toward your finances. Easy to understand guides to help you evaluate, plan, and fund your path to college.

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Explore more Helpful Resources

If you didn't find what you needed on this page, we have more resources for homework, test prep for students, career advancement, and more.

Homework Resources

Find tools to help with your homework needs including researching topics, essay writing, and primary source resources.

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Test Prep for Students

Find tools to help you prepare for upcoming tests including resources for driving tests, ACT, SAT, AP tests, and more.

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Career Advancement

Find tools to help you develop your career plan, enhance your workplace skills, and even improve your work-life balance.
 

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