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ACT Testing Dates & Registration Deadlines

Mark your calendar now. Test DatesApril 12, 2008 June 14, 2008  Registration DeadlinesMarch 7, 2008May 9, 2008  
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SAT Testing Dates & Registration Deadlines

Mark your calendar now.Test DatesMay 3, 2008 June 7, 2008 Registration DeadlinesApril 1, 2008May 6, 2008  
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FAFSA Priority Funding Deadlines

2008 - 2009  Please note: The information provided below is intended to act as a guide regarding priority FAFSA filing deadlines. Please contact your college of interest directly for their most current FAFSA filing information. Be aware this information is subject to change.     INSTITUTION Read more
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Finance Your Future

If you want to go to college and get a higher education, you can do it. Money does not have to be an obstacle. The first thing to understand is that college may not be as expensive as you think. And there are many ways to reduce the costs. Second, scholarships are available for students whose family cannot afford to pay for college. You don’t have to be the smartest, fastest or most talented student either. Scholarships are awarded for all sorts of reasons.  Read more
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College. It’s about having a plan and making it happen.These resources are available to help students, parents and educators get the information they need to plan for and make college a reality.  Read more
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ACT's PLAN Assessment

ACT's college readiness test for 10th graders. 
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Which Test is Best for Me?

Which is best for you? The ACT® Assessment or the SAT I® test? Most colleges will accept either ACT® or SAT I® scores in college admissions. But these tests are not the same. Many students do better on one than the other. You can also take both. Here’s a quick comparison of the two tests.  Read more
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Online FAFSA Form

A complete web-based FAFSA form at your fingertips. 
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College Board

Guide to college life — on campus or off. 
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U of Colorado Greek system

Outlines the greek system at University of Colorado. 
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What you can expect to make without higher education.
In 2005, the median income of a high school graduate or GED recipient was $24,435. That’s $16,699 less than they would have earned with a bachelor’s degree.

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