From High School. . .to College: Resources and Tips

Going to college is a big, Big, BIG deal.  Sometimes the transition can be confusing and overwhelming.  The sites below explore various “transitioning to college”  issues.

Transitioning to College (General)

Tips for Transitioning to College:  This brief tip sheet presents some ideas for making the switch from high school to college easier and also discusses 21 tips for enhancing your opportunities for success in college.

People with Disabilities and Higher Education: Considering what to do after you have completed high school can be an exciting and somewhat frightening experience for people with disabilities. The number of students with disabilities who attend college is increasing every year. Students who go to college are demonstrating growth in a number of areas such as social skills, academic skills, self-advocacy skills, independence, and self-confidence. Students with disabilities many times find they need to start planning for college while they are still in high school.Every student who attends college has to make sure they have the skills to manage their social life, classes, and at times – a job as well.

Planning and Time Management

Planning and Time Management Tools and Advice for College Students: Learning Specialist, Elizabeth Hamblet has provided resources that college students will find helpful for planning, time management and much more. There is also helpful information for parents and students at the For Family & Students page.

Tips to Help College Students Get the Semester Off to a Good Start  A straightforward tip-sheet from learning specialist, Elizabeth Hamblet to  help students get organized at the beginning of the semester.  The tip-sheet is also available in PDF form.

Memory Strategies: This document offers tips and strategies for improving memory, comprehension and recall. Includes links to websites for additional information.

Financial Aid, Grants and Scholarships

Guide to Scholarships and Financial Aid for Students with Disabilities: Developed by Affordable Colleges this site  lists a number of financial resources for students with disabilities.  Formed by group of professionals from a variety of backgrounds (marketing, education, business, and research), these professionals developed Affordable Colleges to assist students and their parents explore options for affording a college education.  The site includes: a curated list of more than 85 disability-specific scholarships; strategies for utilizing state and local financial aid resources and; an overview of loan forgiveness and reduction options.