Helpful Websites
August 07, 2007
Register for
Selective Service - all males must register with Selective
Service at the age of 18.
www.sss.gov
Occupational Outlook Handbook - a nationally recognized source of career information published by the US Dept of labor. The Handbook describes what workers do on the job, working conditions, the training and education needed, earning, and expected job prospects in a wide range. www.bls.gov/oco
College Savings Plans Network - all states have created innovative programs to help people pay for the rising costs of higher education. This site has links to this state's college savings programs. www.collegesavings.org
Fastweb - Lets students create a personalized profile that can be matched against expansive databases of colleges and scholarships. Over 600,000 scholarships on this free online scholarship matching service. www.fastweb.monster.com
Education Quest Planning Center - a GREAT source of information and help for parents and students. www.edcationquest.org
Scholarships.com - another good source with lots of helpful information.
FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) - apply on line at www.fafsa.ed.gov
FAFSA Pin Number - apply for your PIN number which is needed to electronically sign your FAFSA form. www.pin.ed.gov
FinAid - free
access to a collection of information about student financial aid
on the Web.
www.finaid.com
Nebraska Work Force - job searches, financial information and more at www.nebraskaworkforce.com.
Hobsons College View - A user-friendly site providing college search, financial aid, and career information. www.collegeview.com
JobStar Central- A great resource covering resume guidance, salary information, and the hidden job market. www.jobstar.org
National Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy - a teen-friendly website offering teen pregnancy facts and statistics. You can test your knowledge, read what other teens have to say, and participate in their weekly teen survey. www.teenpregnancy.org/teen/default.asp
ACT - register on line to take the ACT test. www.actstudent.org
SAT - register on line to take the SAT test. www.collegeboard.com
