Useful Links
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The ACT is an alternative college admissions test. The multiple-choice tests cover four skill areas: English, Math, Reading, and Science. There is also an optional Writing test.
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Search for colleges or universities of interest to learn what credit may be awarded for AP Test scores.
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CampusReel
This site provides 12,000+ authentic, unscripted videos created by current students at hundreds of colleges/universities around the country.Check out CollegeBoard.com for information on SAT, AP, and PSAT testing as well as search for college programs and major, plan for college, and explore scholarship information.
- College Simply Application Deadline Tracker
Use this link to see what Virginia colleges are still accepting applications and when their deadlines are!Free Application for Federal Student Aid
Use this link to access and complete the FAFSA, an important step in the financial aid process.
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A link to the Virginia Department of Education website. This page provides information on the diploma types and requirements, Verified Credits, and other information to guide students and parents in preparing for graduation.
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GReat Aspirations Scholarship Program
NKHS has a GRASP advisor who is available to meet with students and parents to help prepare families to finance education after school. Contact the School Counseling Office at 804-966-9675 to set-up an appointment.
- Guide to the Post-Completion Wages of Graduates
Report of wage and enrollment outcomes of graduatesThis is a helpful website for college planning. Students and parents can explore Virginia colleges, learn about college admissions tests, research financial aid options, learn about college majors, and search for college programs.
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This site contains ACT/SAT Practice tests and college planning tips.
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Occupational Outlook Handbook (A-Z Index of Career)
Look up thousands of careers alphabetically! Learn the training and education needed, earnings, expected job prospects, what workers do on the job, and working conditions.
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Check out this link daily to practice for the SAT.
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The National Center for Fair and Open Testing provides a "Test Score Optional List," a list of schools that do not use SAT or ACT scores for admitting substantial numbers of students into bachelor degree programs.
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College Navigator, a tool of the U.S. Department of Education, allows students to search for colleges by name, location, programs/majors, degrees offered, and institution type.
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Information and links to explore all of the community colleges in Virginia.
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What Will They Learn: What College Rankings Don't Tell You
This resource will help students and parents decide whether colleges of interest are preparing their graduates to succeed after graduation. This free resource focuses on seven key areas of knowledge to help you identify which universities make sure their students learn what they need to know to successfully participate in today's economy.
1-2-3 Go! Virginia's Three Steps to College is a great resource tool to help students and families plan for the transition to college. https://schev.edu/123gotoolkits