Useful College & Trade Planning Information

Applying to colleges and trades feel daunting.  We can help you navigate all of the information available assist you in making decisions.

Links for college and career search listed below.

College/Trade Information:
• Oregon Trade Schools: Click here
• Oregon Colleges and Universities: Click here
• College Scorecard – Excellent Site for Searching College Information: Click here
• Top online colleges in Oregon: Click here
• Resources for College Students with Disabilities: Click here
• Cheapest Out-of-State Tuition Colleges for Each State: Click here
• Oregon Apprenticeship Search: Click here
• Oregon Community College View Book: Click here
• What do you want to do for a living? (exploring different careers by name, industry or your personality survey): Click here

APPLICATIONS:
• The Common App: Click here
• Application Deadlines and Admission Requirements for Oregon Colleges: Click here
• Tips for Submitting Your College Application: Click here
• Activities Chart: Click here
• Oregon Public Universities Admission Requirements: Click here

ESSAYS:
• Ten Top Tips for Writing Your College Essay Click here

LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION:
• Letters of recommendation from teachers, administrators and counselors must be requested in advance (at least 1-2 weeks). Provide a brag sheet and any information that may be asked to be addressed in recommendation.

CHECKLISTS:
• Check the bulletin boards outside the future center for checklists for what to do each month! Plans for every grade level!
• College planning timeline: Click here