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ResourcesResources<div class="ExternalClassDC33FAEF07A247EBAABB08EFEFBC4D29"><p><b>Admissions Details Chart</b>—Before you start your college search, use this chart as a <a href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/16uS3L0v90c6y_Dc9Cn1CbSY-toONAjRjQjp2X0lrOH8/edit?usp=sharing" target="_blank">Google spreadsheet</a> or <a href="/documents/admission-details.pdf" target="_blank">print it out</a>. The Admissions Details Chart is a great tool for organizing admissions requirements (such as deadline, minimum GPA, SAT or ACT scores, and more) for colleges you may be applying to. You can also use this <a href="/documents/Safety-Match-Reach-Worksheet.pdf" target="_blank">Safety-Match-Reach School Worksheet</a> to organize the schools you apply to based on how close college admissions requirements match your academic criteria.</p>​<br></div>

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Google Sheet Admission Details ChartGoogle Sheet Admission Details Chart<i class="fa-solid fa-file-spreadsheet"></i>https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=1045https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/16uS3L0v90c6y_Dc9Cn1CbSY-toONAjRjQjp2X0lrOH8/edit?usp=sharingNew Window
Printable Admission Details ChartPrintable Admission Details Chart<i class="fa-solid fa-file-pdf"></i>https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=1046https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/admission-details.pdfNew Window
Safety-Match-Reach School WorksheetSafety-Match-Reach School Worksheet<i class="fa-solid fa-school"></i>https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=1047https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/Safety-Match-Reach-Worksheet.pdfNew Window

 

 

 

 

8th Gradehttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/Timeline-8th-Grade.pdf8th GradeCollege Planning TimelinesNew Window0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B
ACThttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=113https://www.act.org/ACTPrepare for the ACT, PSAT, or SATNew Window0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7
College Planning To-Do List and Arizona Instate University Financial Aid Calculationshttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/To-Do-List-AZ-Instate-Calculations.pdfCollege Planning To-Do List and Arizona Instate University Financial Aid CalculationsCollege Planning BasicsNew Window0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B
Scholarship Tipshttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/Scholarshiptips_12.4.2018.pdfScholarship TipsEssays & Letters of RecommendationNew Window0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609BTips for starting the scholarship application process.
9th Gradehttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/Timeline-9th-Grade.pdf9th GradeCollege Planning TimelinesNew Window0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B
Essay Writing Tipshttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/Essay-WritingTips2019_edit.pdfEssay Writing TipsEssays & Letters of RecommendationNew Window0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609BTips for writing personal essays for scholarship applications.
PSAThttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=114https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqtPSATPrepare for the ACT, PSAT, or SATNew Window0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7
10th Gradehttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/Timeline-10th-Grade.pdf10th GradeCollege Planning TimelinesNew Window0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B
Getting Strong Letters of Recommendationhttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/gettingstronglettersof recomendation2018.pdfGetting Strong Letters of RecommendationEssays & Letters of RecommendationNew Window0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609BSuggestions for getting strong letters of recommendation.
Nuts and Bolts of College Prephttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/Nuts-Bolts-College-Prep.pdfNuts and Bolts of College PrepCollege Planning BasicsNew Window0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B
SAThttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=115https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/satSATPrepare for the ACT, PSAT, or SATNew Window0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7
Letter of Recommendation Request Formhttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/Letterof recomendationform2018.pdfLetter of Recommendation Request FormEssays & Letters of RecommendationNew Window0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609BA form to fill out and give to your recommenders to help them write strong letters on your behalf.
Preventing and Managing Stresshttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/Stress-Management.pdfPreventing and Managing StressCollege Planning BasicsNew Window0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B
Helpful Websiteshttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/Helpful-websites.pdfHelpful WebsitesHelpful HandoutsNew Window0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609BA handout featuring helpful websites for admissions, financial aid, and scholarships.
11th Gradehttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/Timeline-11th-Grade.pdf11th GradeCollege Planning TimelinesNew Window0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B
12th Gradehttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/Timeline-12th-Grade.pdf12th GradeCollege Planning TimelinesNew Window0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B
2018 Federal Income Tax Calculatorhttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=102https://www.calcxml.com/calculators/federal-income-tax-calculator2018 Federal Income Tax CalculatorFind the FundingNew Window0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7
ASU Financial Aidhttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=103https://asuonline.asu.edu/what-it-costs/financial-aidASU Financial AidFind the FundingNew Window0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7<div class="ExternalClass401275C56BFA407783A312C0DF1DAE26">Learn about the types of funding ASU offers in the form of grants, scholarships, federal work-study, loans, and outside resources​.<br></div>
AZ Transferhttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=87https://aztransfer.com/AZ TransferFind Your College FitNew Window0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7<div class="ExternalClassA9C2F77E7AD1499EAD28412741581099">​This site is designed for use by students transferring within Arizona's public institutions of higher education community colleges, tribal colleges, and state universities and by the advisors and faculty who assist them.<br></div>
Arizona College and Career Guidehttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=86https://highered.az.gov/sites/all/modules/flipbook1/mobile/index.html#p=1Arizona College and Career GuideFind Your College FitNew Window0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7<div class="ExternalClassED4340381AF0419CBD451456724015D5">​This guide, provided by the Arizona Commission for postsecondary education, a current and comprehensive online listing of all public and licensed institutions in the state of Arizona including degree and program information.<br></div>
Arizona State Universityhttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=73https://www.asu.edu/Arizona State UniversityArizona Public UniversitiesNew Window0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7
BigFuturehttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=88https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/BigFutureFind Your College FitNew Window0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7<div class="ExternalClassD486088416A64C2DB765DDAF3DABC069">​A college preparati​on s​​ite provided by The College Board.<br></div>
Bridging Successhttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=89https://www.fosteringadvocatesarizona.org/foster-youth-bridging-success/Bridging SuccessFind Your College FitNew Window0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7<div class="ExternalClass008AF3E4723547728EAEEB92CBC3177A">​This program specializes in providing campus support to meet the unique needs of alumni of foster care. They will help you navigate your higher education while providing continuous support until the day you graduate and receive your diploma!<br></div>
CSS Financial Aid Profile Worksheethttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/CSS Financial Aid Profile Worksheet_2023.pdfCSS Financial Aid Profile WorksheetFinancial Aid ResourcesNew Window0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609BSome colleges and universities may require a CSS Financial Aid Profile in order to qualify for institutional financial aid. Filling out this worksheet in advance can help you prepare the necessary information and save time when you create your profile.
CareerOneStophttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=98https://www.careeronestop.org/getmyfuture/CareerOneStopExplore College Majors and CareersNew Window0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7<div class="ExternalClass778C9B81F3A343009653FB6980C16EE5">A site sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor and includes career aptitude/interest assessments, job searches, information on apprenticeships, vocational training, education necessary for different career fields, and wages and salaries for different types of jobs.<br></div>
Chandler-Gilbert Community Collegehttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=76https://www.cgc.edu/Chandler-Gilbert Community CollegeMaricopa Community CollegesNew Window0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7
College Goal FAFSAhttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=104https://collegegoal.az.gov/college-goal-fafsaCollege Goal FAFSAFind the FundingNew Window0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7<div class="ExternalClass1C17DC16222646B3865DB6933AC61EA7">Arizona's College Goal FAFSA is agrant-funded statewide initiative that provides free information to Arizona students and families seeking college financial aid.​<br></div>
College Greenlighthttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=90https://www.cappex.com/greenlightCollege GreenlightFind Your College FitNew Window0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7<div class="ExternalClassF9C97C9EB0E849A5A2591B1A75B81BFB">​A platform tha​​​t provides support to stude​nts through the college search and application process, featuring "best fit" college lists, customized college profiles, and a scholarship database.<br></div>
College Navigatorhttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=91https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/College NavigatorFind Your College FitNew Window0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7<div class="ExternalClass29A906F1540E46DFA4655DC851B35A8A">​This is an interactive website that allows you to explore and compare features of different institutions including programs and majors, admissions considerations, estimated student expenses, campus crime statistics and more.<br></div>
College Preparation Checklisthttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=105https://studentaid.gov/resources/prepare-for-college/checklistsCollege Preparation ChecklistFind the FundingNew Window0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7<div class="ExternalClassB494FA7D5AB647908DE9438D670731FC">An education guide provided by the US Department of Education describing the steps needed for students to get ready for college.<br></div>
College Scorecardhttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=92https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/College ScorecardFind Your College FitNew Window0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7<div class="ExternalClass6931EACC55784DB185F33668EFD4FEB9">This Scorecard highlights key indicators about the cost and value of institutions across the country to help students choose a school that is well-suited to meet their needs, priced affordably, and is consistent with their educational and career goals.​<br><br></div>
CollegeViewhttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=93https://collegestats.org/CollegeViewFind Your College FitNew Window0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7<div class="ExternalClass2C283111FF734188B374B9E3306B15EC">This site contains hundreds of articles pertaining to the college planning process, along with over 4,000 college-specific information pages​.<br></div>
Corsavahttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=750https://corsava.com/CorsavaFind Your College FitNew Window0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7<div class="ExternalClassD33BAEAE763C4FC8BAF63C94AD87E1D5"><p>​Corsava offers students tools to help identify what is important to them when searching for schools.  Take a match test to see which educational elements mean the most to you​, and then find schools which foster those values.<br></p></div>
ELAA Classeshttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/ELAA Classes 2022.pdfELAA ClassesHelpful HandoutsNew Window0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B
Estrella Mountain Community Collegehttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=77https://www.estrellamountain.edu/Estrella Mountain Community CollegeMaricopa Community CollegesNew Window0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7
FAFSA Dependency Guidehttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/FAFSA_Dependency Guide_2023.pdfFAFSA Dependency GuideFinancial Aid ResourcesNew Window0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B
FAFSA Essentialshttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/CD FAFSA_2021_8x11.pdfFAFSA EssentialsFinancial Aid ResourcesNew Window0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609BConfused about the FAFSA process or need help figuring out your next steps after submitting? Check out this handout for guidance.
FAFSA FAQshttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/FAFSA FAQs_2023.pdfFAFSA FAQsFinancial Aid ResourcesNew Window0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B
FSA ID Guide for 2023https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/FSA ID Guide_2023.pdfFSA ID Guide for 2023Financial Aid ResourcesNew Window0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B
Free Resources for ACT/SAT Preparationhttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/ACT SAT Resources Flyer_07-28-23.pdfFree Resources for ACT/SAT PreparationPrepare for the ACT, PSAT, or SATNew Window0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B
GateWay Community Collegehttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=78https://www.gatewaycc.edu/GateWay Community CollegeMaricopa Community CollegesNew Window0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7
Glendale Community Collegehttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=79https://www.gccaz.edu/Glendale Community CollegeMaricopa Community CollegesNew Window0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7
Higher Education Opportunity Act Information on College Costshttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=108https://collegecost.ed.gov/Higher Education Opportunity Act Information on College CostsFind the FundingNew Window0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7<div class="ExternalClass234243C7C50E4BDE80313EC2A58C7DB8">You will find information about tuition and net costs at postse​condary institutions.<br></div>
Khan Academyhttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=117https://www.khanacademy.org/satKhan AcademyPrepare for the ACT, PSAT, or SATNew Window0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7<div class="ExternalClassAC59B141FCEE4DE3B9BDF7BB0EBA0830">A joint SAT P​​rep and SAT test feature, brought to you by Khan Academy and Collegeboard.com<br></div>
Make me a Freshmanhttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=109https://makemeafreshman.com/Make me a FreshmanFind the FundingNew Window0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7<div class="ExternalClass2066644AA26D4400B5732C64E5380D4F">This free checklist for applying to college gives you the specific requirements and deadlines for your chosen colleges and financial aid. Plus, counselors can track their students' progress.​<br></div>
Maricopa Community Colleges Transfer Centerhttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=95https://www.maricopa.edu/students/transfer/partnersMaricopa Community Colleges Transfer CenterFind Your College FitNew Window0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7<div class="ExternalClassF7F95927D1024D71B64B9700CCED07DF">​This website lists the universities that are transfer partners with Maricopa Community Colleges and even provides the approximate cost of tuition for each school. <br></div>
Mesa Community Collegehttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=80https://www.mesacc.edu/Mesa Community CollegeMaricopa Community CollegesNew Window0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7
Northern Arizona Universityhttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=74https://nau.edu/Northern Arizona UniversityArizona Public UniversitiesNew Window0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7
Number2.comhttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=119https://www.number2.com/Number2.comPrepare for the ACT, PSAT, or SATNew Window0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7<div class="ExternalClass2FA046C29F4D442AAB96F4C1F207D335">Free SAT, ACT, and GRE prep.<br></div>
O*Net OnLinehttps://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=101https://www.onetonline.org/O*Net OnLineExplore College Majors and CareersNew Window0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7<div class="ExternalClassC8BF52183BCF4FBA95FE16C29E2CA7EE">This website offers tools for career exploration, has detailed descriptions of occupations, the skills needed, job analysis, and more.<br></div>