There are a lot of organizations out there to help you prepare for college. Here are some of the best. You can also Find a local resource in your area. Download a KnowHow2GO brochure in English (872K PDF) or Spanish (1.3MB PDF)
Click on a step below to find valuable online resources
Step 1 – Find an adult who can help (and be a pain until you do!)
tlrnext.com 
Produced by The Lane Report, the Next Web site includes a compilation of information for parents and students on college preparation, ACT/SAT readiness, financial aid resources and more.
Produced by The Lane Report, the Next Web site includes a compilation of information for parents and students on college preparation, ACT/SAT readiness, financial aid resources and more.
pathwaystocollege.net
This is an online library for use in helping middle and high school students and families prepare for college. The library lists Web sites and publications for students and parents to use independently, and materials that caring adults, including teachers, counselors, mentors, and youth workers, can use to advise students.
This is an online library for use in helping middle and high school students and families prepare for college. The library lists Web sites and publications for students and parents to use independently, and materials that caring adults, including teachers, counselors, mentors, and youth workers, can use to advise students.
YMCA.net The YMCA of the USA, a leader in helping young people fully develop their potential, is the first national outreach partner of KnowHow2GO. YMCAs with college preparation and teen leadership programs will be distributing information on KnowHow2GO. YMCA Black and Hispanic Achievers programs at 165 centers nationwide will be actively participating in KnowHow2GO events and contests throughout the year. Click here
to find out if there is a participating program near you.collegeaccess.org
The National College Access Program Directory is a free online resource for students, parents, counselors, researchers, and those operating college access programs.
The National College Access Program Directory is a free online resource for students, parents, counselors, researchers, and those operating college access programs.
collegegoalsundayusa.org
At College Goal Sunday, you can get free on-site professional assistance filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form, talk to financial aid professionals about financial aid resources and how to apply, and get information regarding statewide student services, admission requirements and more.
At College Goal Sunday, you can get free on-site professional assistance filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form, talk to financial aid professionals about financial aid resources and how to apply, and get information regarding statewide student services, admission requirements and more.
projectgrad.org
Project GRAD® has a 10-year track record of successfully helping at-risk students make it through K-12 school systems and graduate from college.
Project GRAD® has a 10-year track record of successfully helping at-risk students make it through K-12 school systems and graduate from college.
whatkidscando.org
What Kids Can Do, Inc. (WKCD) is a national not-for-profit organization founded in 2001 for the purpose of making public the voices and views of adolescents. On its Web site, WKCD documents young people's lives, learning and work, and their partnerships with adults both in and out of school.
What Kids Can Do, Inc. (WKCD) is a national not-for-profit organization founded in 2001 for the purpose of making public the voices and views of adolescents. On its Web site, WKCD documents young people's lives, learning and work, and their partnerships with adults both in and out of school.
Step 2 – Push yourself
tlrnext.com
Produced by The Lane Report, the Next Web site includes a compilation of information for parents and students on college preparation, ACT/SAT readiness, financial aid resources and more.
Produced by The Lane Report, the Next Web site includes a compilation of information for parents and students on college preparation, ACT/SAT readiness, financial aid resources and more.
firstinthefamily.org
First in the Family is packed with useful resources and heartfelt stories from students who are the first in their families to go to college. First in the Family guides students through key issues — from cultural conflict to academic challenge—facing, first-generation students.
First in the Family is packed with useful resources and heartfelt stories from students who are the first in their families to go to college. First in the Family guides students through key issues — from cultural conflict to academic challenge—facing, first-generation students.
actstudent.org
The ACT student Web site provides information on many aspects of planning for college, including career planning and financial aid. You can also register for the ACT and find preparation materials.
The ACT student Web site provides information on many aspects of planning for college, including career planning and financial aid. You can also register for the ACT and find preparation materials.
collegeboard.com
The College Board offers a variety of tools and resources to help you prepare and plan for college. Find a college that fits your goals with its “College MatchMaker,” get it together with “My Organizer,” and prepare and register for the SAT.
The College Board offers a variety of tools and resources to help you prepare and plan for college. Find a college that fits your goals with its “College MatchMaker,” get it together with “My Organizer,” and prepare and register for the SAT.
nacacnet.org
National Association for College Admission Counseling offers online resources for college preparation, international students and avoiding scholarship scams.
National Association for College Admission Counseling offers online resources for college preparation, international students and avoiding scholarship scams.
Step 3 – Find the right fit
actstudent.org
The ACT student web site provides information on many aspects of planning for college, including career planning and financial aid. You can also register for the ACT and find materials to prepare for the test.
The ACT student web site provides information on many aspects of planning for college, including career planning and financial aid. You can also register for the ACT and find materials to prepare for the test.
botw.org
Best of the Web provides a comprehensive listing Kentucky's public and private colleges and universities.
Best of the Web provides a comprehensive listing Kentucky's public and private colleges and universities.
collegeboard.com
The College Board offers a variety of tools and resources to help you prepare and plan for college. Find a college that fits your goals with its “College MatchMaker,” get it together with “My Organizer,” and prepare and register for the SAT.
The College Board offers a variety of tools and resources to help you prepare and plan for college. Find a college that fits your goals with its “College MatchMaker,” get it together with “My Organizer,” and prepare and register for the SAT.
collegegoalsundayusa.org
At College Goal Sunday, you can get free on-site professional assistance for filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form, talk to financial aid professionals, and get information regarding statewide student services, admission requirements and more.
At College Goal Sunday, you can get free on-site professional assistance for filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form, talk to financial aid professionals, and get information regarding statewide student services, admission requirements and more.
dreamit-doit.com
Find something you can really get into. Check out the types of jobs that are right for your skills, your attitude, your passions. Dream it. Then see what jobs and resources are out there to make it happen. Do It.
Find something you can really get into. Check out the types of jobs that are right for your skills, your attitude, your passions. Dream it. Then see what jobs and resources are out there to make it happen. Do It.
educationplanner.org
Check out its career assessment tool for help finding a career that suits you. You’ll also find tips on completing college applications, and tools to help you decide amongst colleges once you’ve been accepted.
Check out its career assessment tool for help finding a career that suits you. You’ll also find tips on completing college applications, and tools to help you decide amongst colleges once you’ve been accepted.
nacacnet.org
National Association for College Admission Counseling offers online resources for college preparation, international students and avoiding scholarship scams.
National Association for College Admission Counseling offers online resources for college preparation, international students and avoiding scholarship scams.
Step 4 – Put your hands on some cash
tlrnext.com
Produced by The Lane Report, the Next Web site includes a compilation of information for parents and students on college preparation, ACT/SAT readiness, financial aid resources and more.
Produced by The Lane Report, the Next Web site includes a compilation of information for parents and students on college preparation, ACT/SAT readiness, financial aid resources and more.
thestudentloanpeople.com
The Kentucky General Assembly created The Student Loan People in 1978 as an independent municipal corporation to make, finance, servic, and collect educational loans. They offer the lowest cost student loans in Kentucky, and now offer those same loans to students and parents throughout the country.
The Kentucky General Assembly created The Student Loan People in 1978 as an independent municipal corporation to make, finance, servic, and collect educational loans. They offer the lowest cost student loans in Kentucky, and now offer those same loans to students and parents throughout the country.
fafsa.ed.gov
Learn all about the FAFSA, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, usually the first step in seeking financial aid for higher education.
Learn all about the FAFSA, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, usually the first step in seeking financial aid for higher education.
federalstudentaid.ed.gov
The Department of Education’s Federal Student Aid (FSA) programs are the largest source of student aid in America. These programs provide more than $80 billion a year in grants, loans, and work-study assistance.
The Department of Education’s Federal Student Aid (FSA) programs are the largest source of student aid in America. These programs provide more than $80 billion a year in grants, loans, and work-study assistance.
nasfaa.org
National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators offers a range of resources to help students, parents and counselors navigate the college aid process.
National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators offers a range of resources to help students, parents and counselors navigate the college aid process.
Información en Español
Dale un empuje a tu educación
Dale un empuje a tu educación provee información para los jóvenes y sus familias respecto a la preparación académica y la planificación financiera para la universidad, y presenta a algunos de los estudiantes y profesorado de las instituciones afiliadas con “College Is Possible” de ACE.
Dale un empuje a tu educación provee información para los jóvenes y sus familias respecto a la preparación académica y la planificación financiera para la universidad, y presenta a algunos de los estudiantes y profesorado de las instituciones afiliadas con “College Is Possible” de ACE.
yosipuedo.gov
Esto es la Iniciativa de la Casa Blanca en la Excelencia Educativa para Americanos hispanos. Encuentre información a sobresalir en la escuela en todos niveles del grado.
Esto es la Iniciativa de la Casa Blanca en la Excelencia Educativa para Americanos hispanos. Encuentre información a sobresalir en la escuela en todos niveles del grado.
educationplanner.org
EducationPlanner es el único sitio de planificación de su carrera y la universidad. Tenemos la información que usted necesita para investigar carreras, elegir una escuela postsecundaria, solicitar en línea, y encontrar modos de financiar su educación.
EducationPlanner es el único sitio de planificación de su carrera y la universidad. Tenemos la información que usted necesita para investigar carreras, elegir una escuela postsecundaria, solicitar en línea, y encontrar modos de financiar su educación.
studentaid.ed.gov
Aprenda todo acerca del FAFSA, la Aplicación Libre para la Ayuda Federal de Estudiante, generalmente el primer paso a buscar la ayuda financiera para la educación superior.
Aprenda todo acerca del FAFSA, la Aplicación Libre para la Ayuda Federal de Estudiante, generalmente el primer paso a buscar la ayuda financiera para la educación superior.