| 8th Grade | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/Timeline-8th-Grade.pdf | | 8th Grade | College Planning Timelines | New Window | 0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B | |
| ACT | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=113 | https://www.act.org/ | ACT | Prepare for the ACT, PSAT, or SAT | New Window | 0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7 | |
| College Planning To-Do List and Arizona Instate University Financial Aid Calculations | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/To-Do-List-AZ-Instate-Calculations.pdf | | College Planning To-Do List and Arizona Instate University Financial Aid Calculations | College Planning Basics | New Window | 0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B | |
| Scholarship Tips | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/Scholarshiptips_12.4.2018.pdf | | Scholarship Tips | Essays & Letters of Recommendation | New Window | 0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B | Tips for starting the scholarship application process. |
| 9th Grade | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/Timeline-9th-Grade.pdf | | 9th Grade | College Planning Timelines | New Window | 0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B | |
| Essay Writing Tips | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/Essay-WritingTips2019_edit.pdf | | Essay Writing Tips | Essays & Letters of Recommendation | New Window | 0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B | Tips for writing personal essays for scholarship applications. |
| PSAT | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=114 | https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt | PSAT | Prepare for the ACT, PSAT, or SAT | New Window | 0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7 | |
| 10th Grade | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/Timeline-10th-Grade.pdf | | 10th Grade | College Planning Timelines | New Window | 0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B | |
| Getting Strong Letters of Recommendation | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/gettingstronglettersof recomendation2018.pdf | | Getting Strong Letters of Recommendation | Essays & Letters of Recommendation | New Window | 0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B | Suggestions for getting strong letters of recommendation. |
| Nuts and Bolts of College Prep | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/Nuts-Bolts-College-Prep.pdf | | Nuts and Bolts of College Prep | College Planning Basics | New Window | 0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B | |
| SAT | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=115 | https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/sat | SAT | Prepare for the ACT, PSAT, or SAT | New Window | 0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7 | |
| Letter of Recommendation Request Form | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/Letterof recomendationform2018.pdf | | Letter of Recommendation Request Form | Essays & Letters of Recommendation | New Window | 0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B | A form to fill out and give to your recommenders to help them write strong letters on your behalf. |
| Preventing and Managing Stress | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/Stress-Management.pdf | | Preventing and Managing Stress | College Planning Basics | New Window | 0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B | |
| Helpful Websites | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/Helpful-websites.pdf | | Helpful Websites | Helpful Handouts | New Window | 0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B | A handout featuring helpful websites for admissions, financial aid, and scholarships. |
| 11th Grade | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/Timeline-11th-Grade.pdf | | 11th Grade | College Planning Timelines | New Window | 0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B | |
| 12th Grade | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/Timeline-12th-Grade.pdf | | 12th Grade | College Planning Timelines | New Window | 0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B | |
| 2018 Federal Income Tax Calculator | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=102 | https://www.calcxml.com/calculators/federal-income-tax-calculator | 2018 Federal Income Tax Calculator | Find the Funding | New Window | 0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7 | |
| ASU Financial Aid | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=103 | https://asuonline.asu.edu/what-it-costs/financial-aid | ASU Financial Aid | Find the Funding | New Window | 0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7 | <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 Transfer | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=87 | https://aztransfer.com/ | AZ Transfer | Find Your College Fit | New Window | 0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7 | <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 Guide | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=86 | https://highered.az.gov/sites/all/modules/flipbook1/mobile/index.html#p=1 | Arizona College and Career Guide | Find Your College Fit | New Window | 0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7 | <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 University | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=73 | https://www.asu.edu/ | Arizona State University | Arizona Public Universities | New Window | 0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7 | |
| BigFuture | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=88 | https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/ | BigFuture | Find Your College Fit | New Window | 0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7 | <div class="ExternalClassD486088416A64C2DB765DDAF3DABC069">A college preparation site provided by The College Board.<br></div> |
| Bridging Success | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=89 | https://www.fosteringadvocatesarizona.org/foster-youth-bridging-success/ | Bridging Success | Find Your College Fit | New Window | 0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7 | <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 Worksheet | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/CSS Financial Aid Profile Worksheet_2023.pdf | | CSS Financial Aid Profile Worksheet | Financial Aid Resources | New Window | 0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B | Some 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. |
| CareerOneStop | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=98 | https://www.careeronestop.org/getmyfuture/ | CareerOneStop | Explore College Majors and Careers | New Window | 0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7 | <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 College | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=76 | https://www.cgc.edu/ | Chandler-Gilbert Community College | Maricopa Community Colleges | New Window | 0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7 | |
| College Goal FAFSA | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=104 | https://collegegoal.az.gov/college-goal-fafsa | College Goal FAFSA | Find the Funding | New Window | 0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7 | <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 Greenlight | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=90 | https://www.cappex.com/greenlight | College Greenlight | Find Your College Fit | New Window | 0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7 | <div class="ExternalClassF9C97C9EB0E849A5A2591B1A75B81BFB">A platform that provides support to students through the college search and application process, featuring "best fit" college lists, customized college profiles, and a scholarship database.<br></div> |
| College Navigator | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=91 | https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/ | College Navigator | Find Your College Fit | New Window | 0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7 | <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 Checklist | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=105 | https://studentaid.gov/resources/prepare-for-college/checklists | College Preparation Checklist | Find the Funding | New Window | 0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7 | <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 Scorecard | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=92 | https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/ | College Scorecard | Find Your College Fit | New Window | 0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7 | <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> |
| CollegeView | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=93 | https://collegestats.org/ | CollegeView | Find Your College Fit | New Window | 0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7 | <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> |
| Corsava | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=750 | https://corsava.com/ | Corsava | Find Your College Fit | New Window | 0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7 | <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 Classes | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/ELAA Classes 2022.pdf | | ELAA Classes | Helpful Handouts | New Window | 0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B | |
| Estrella Mountain Community College | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=77 | https://www.estrellamountain.edu/ | Estrella Mountain Community College | Maricopa Community Colleges | New Window | 0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7 | |
| FAFSA Dependency Guide | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/FAFSA_Dependency Guide_2023.pdf | | FAFSA Dependency Guide | Financial Aid Resources | New Window | 0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B | |
| FAFSA Essentials | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/CD FAFSA_2021_8x11.pdf | | FAFSA Essentials | Financial Aid Resources | New Window | 0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B | Confused about the FAFSA process or need help figuring out your next steps after submitting? Check out this handout for guidance. |
| FAFSA FAQs | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/FAFSA FAQs_2023.pdf | | FAFSA FAQs | Financial Aid Resources | New Window | 0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B | |
| Free Resources for ACT/SAT Preparation | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/ACT SAT Resources Flyer_07-28-23.pdf | | Free Resources for ACT/SAT Preparation | Prepare for the ACT, PSAT, or SAT | New Window | 0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B | |
| GateWay Community College | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=78 | https://www.gatewaycc.edu/ | GateWay Community College | Maricopa Community Colleges | New Window | 0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7 | |
| Glendale Community College | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=79 | https://www.gccaz.edu/ | Glendale Community College | Maricopa Community Colleges | New Window | 0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7 | |
| Higher Education Opportunity Act Information on College Costs | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=108 | https://collegecost.ed.gov/ | Higher Education Opportunity Act Information on College Costs | Find the Funding | New Window | 0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7 | <div class="ExternalClass234243C7C50E4BDE80313EC2A58C7DB8">You will find information about tuition and net costs at postsecondary institutions.<br></div> |
| Khan Academy | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=117 | https://www.khanacademy.org/sat | Khan Academy | Prepare for the ACT, PSAT, or SAT | New Window | 0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7 | <div class="ExternalClassAC59B141FCEE4DE3B9BDF7BB0EBA0830">A joint SAT Prep and SAT test feature, brought to you by Khan Academy and Collegeboard.com<br></div> |
| Make me a Freshman | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=109 | https://makemeafreshman.com/ | Make me a Freshman | Find the Funding | New Window | 0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7 | <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 Center | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=95 | https://www.maricopa.edu/students/transfer/partners | Maricopa Community Colleges Transfer Center | Find Your College Fit | New Window | 0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7 | <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 College | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=80 | https://www.mesacc.edu/ | Mesa Community College | Maricopa Community Colleges | New Window | 0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7 | |
| Northern Arizona University | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=74 | https://nau.edu/ | Northern Arizona University | Arizona Public Universities | New Window | 0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7 | |
| Number2.com | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=119 | https://www.number2.com/ | Number2.com | Prepare for the ACT, PSAT, or SAT | New Window | 0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7 | <div class="ExternalClass2FA046C29F4D442AAB96F4C1F207D335">Free SAT, ACT, and GRE prep.<br></div> |
| O*Net OnLine | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=101 | https://www.onetonline.org/ | O*Net OnLine | Explore College Majors and Careers | New Window | 0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7 | <div class="ExternalClassC8BF52183BCF4FBA95FE16C29E2CA7EE">This website offers tools for career exploration, has detailed descriptions of occupations, the skills needed, job analysis, and more.<br></div> |
| Paradise Valley Community College | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=81 | https://www.paradisevalley.edu/ | Paradise Valley Community College | Maricopa Community Colleges | New Window | 0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7 | |
