College Exploration

Below is a list of recommended websites to explore colleges and conduct research.

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Transfer Bound: Explore majors available at UC and CSU campuses - for freshmen and transfer students

Art Schools: Search art schools and programs

Big Future College Search: College search engine with comprehensive college information and data

Big Future Major/Career Search: Information by college majors and careers

CaliforniaColleges.edu: College, career and financial aid information; not limited to CA colleges

Cappex: College search tool; provides estimate of your chances of acceptance using admission data

College Confidential: College search tool and online forum with student/alumni reviews

College Navigator: Data-focused college exploration tool

College Scorecard: College site, including data on average annual cost, graduation rate and salary post-graduation

Common Application: Explore 700+ colleges that accept the Common Application

Independent CA College & Universities (AICCU)

Khan Academy College Exploration: Short videos on conducting the college search

OC Program Finder: Tool designed to connect high school students with community college career education programs