College Prep Programs
Databases: Test Prep & Applying to College
Brainfuse CollegeNow
Provides live help 1-10 p.m. Monday-Thursday. Connect with a guidance counselor for help with college applications, admissions interviews, and financial aid opportunities. Get individualized feedback on application essays and other writing.
Brainfuse HelpNow
Provides live online tutoring 2-11 p.m. daily, plus a writing center (get individualized feedback on your paper). Use SkillSurfer to access a learning library for kids, teens, and adults on school and career topics.
LearningExpress Library
Practice tests, exercises, skill-building courses, and more to achieve the results you want at school, at work, or in life.
Test Prep Websites
Khan Academy
Practice exercises and instructional videos for math, science, computing, history, art history, economics, and more, including K-14 and test preparation content.
Choosing a College
College Navigator
College Scorecard
Search and compare colleges: their fields of study, costs, admissions, results, and more.
Illinois Student Assistance Commission
Paying for College
FAFSA
Federal Student Aid
Explore how financial aid works, learn about the types of aid, and find out if you’re eligible.