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Resource Library
See below for helpful links to a wide variety of topics for families of college-bound students.
What are you looking for today? Click on one of the following topics
College Information Websites
College Scorecard – a searchable list of college data released by the U.S. Department of Education
Affordability & Transparency Center – U.S. Department of Education’s searchable database of colleges and their costs
College Completion – Chronicle of Higher Education – Searchable database of graduation rates
The College Board’s College Search Resources – Wealth of information to help begin your college search
SmartScholar – Choosing the right college: A guide – A collection of helpful articles and websites
Fair Test College List – Colleges that do NOT use ACT or SAT test scores for admission
CollegeData.com – TONS of information here! Everything from “College Match” tool to scholarship information to admissions preparation
Campus Visit Tips from The College Board – A good starting point for planning those college visits
At The Core’s Joint College Credit Plus Information Sheet – Ohio program where high school students can earn college credit
Columbus Suburban College Fair – Excellent college fair held in the fall each year
CTCL (Colleges That Change Lives) – Unique list of colleges you may not have considered
National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) College Fair – In Columbus in the spring each year
KnowsyMoms, the place for college parents – Lots of great college related articles
College Info Geek – Site for college students with tips to be successful when you’ve left home
College Results Online – Has 4 year graduation statistics by college
College Application Websites
Common Application – Online application used by over 500 colleges
Common App Member Colleges & Requirements Grid – Participating universities and their requirements
Common Application Essay Prompts
Sample Common Application, older version, PDF – Refer to this paper copy to see what information is required on the Common App
Coalition for Access, Affordability, and Success – 80 universities and colleges coalition
CollegeWebLD – Articles for students with learning differences (accommodations, etc.)
Financial Topics
FSA ID creation – Login needed to file the FAFSA
Free Application for Federal Student Aid – FAFSA Application required by all colleges
CSS Financial Aid/PROFILE Application – Alternative financial aid application required by some colleges (especially Ivy League)
College Board Student Budget Worksheet – A good sample budget worksheet to help students get a feel for expenses after college
Sample Grid Merit Scholarship – Miami University’s merit scholarship page
Full-Tuition and Full-Ride Merit Scholarship list from My Kid’s College Choice
Merit Scholarship list from My Kid’s College Choice
Private Student Loan Resources – Private loans are ALWAYS the last resort and should be used to cover small gaps in funding (watch our Smart Money Moves webinar for guidance); however, we have two resources for you: LendEDU and Student Loan Hero.
Career Information Websites
Occupational Outlook Handbook – Published by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics
What Can I Do With This Major? – Search specific college majors to see applicable careers
Job Shadow – Extensive list of interviews with career people in different fields
JobHero – Resume samples by job title – Lots of great career-related information
College Info Geek – Lots of great articles on more than just careers…study tips, paying off student loans, and landing your dream job
Career One Stop Video Library – Hundreds of videos and information about a long list of careers
ACT
SAT
Other test related sites
Videos
Duke’s Dean of Admissions “Who Gets Into Top Colleges, Why and What Makes the Difference”
At The Core’s Media Coverage
We’ve been very grateful to receive media coverage about At The Core and Guided Self Assessment.
Good Day Columbus on Fox 28
Beth Probst had the opportunity to sit down with Shawn Ireland and Cameron Fontana of Good Day Columbus to talk about teens, their summers, and how to make the most of them. Can you guess what Cameron’s college major was? Click to watch the video.
Fox 19 Now News with Jessica Brown
Jessica Brown and Beth sat down for a talk about testing, what colleges are looking for, our student’s social media accounts, and high school experiences. Click to watch the video.
WBNS 10TV Featured News Piece, Tracy Townsend
Tracy Townsend and 10TV take a look at how families can prepare for college and what they need to be thinking about to be successful.
What Matters with Mindy and Mikaela on 610WTVN
Beth Probst had the exciting opportunity to be a guest on the What Matters Show hosted by Mindy Drayer and Mikaela Hunt. They chatted about things teens can do over the summer to get the most from their break. (Making phone calls?!)
Click to listen to their conversation:
“Talk College to Me Podcast” with Beth Probst and Marisa Meddin
The importance of selecting a career path to guide the college search! A great conversation about how Guided Self Assessment got started, what it looks like, the real value of this service for students, and the danger of “passion.” Plus, college search tips and things to keep in mind when visiting campuses.
“Starving Parents” – Breaker Society Podcast Conversation
Episode four of season three features Beth Probst and Alicia Mowry, the public information officer for the Delaware Area Career Center in Central Ohio. Beth and Alicia discuss how they built a partnership to engage parents and the community to help overcome a long-standing stigma–in this case the stigmas that have long stuck to career-technical education–and increase enrollment and the image of the Delaware Area Career Center. Click to listen:
“College and Career” – Breaker Society Podcast Conversation
Sometimes Beth gets to do really fun/interesting things for work. In May 2018, Beth recorded a podcast with Shane Haggery of Purposeland. Beth was the first guest! We love Shane, his work, & his purpose, and Beth loved talking about At The Core’s purpose and debating whether she was a closet rule-breaker. Click to listen:
The Interview: Beth Probst with Shane Haggerty
Beth Probst had a quick conversation with Shane Haggerty, founder of Purposeland and education expert, about education today, and Beth’s lack of attention in history class. 😉
Cbus Chic “Core Strength”
Beth Probst and At The Core are so grateful and excited to be featured in Cbus Chic, a lifestyle publication for women in Columbus. Beth was interviewed about how she got to where she is now and what she feels passionate about–helping students find their best path to college and career with At The Core. Thanks Cbus Chic! Click here to read the piece.
Columbus Business First “College and Career Readiness” Roundtable Discussion
No longer exclusive of each other, Ohio’s career centers and traditional high schools are working together to prepare students for the next step along the educational pathway.
That may be training for a career in a skilled trade or technology field, earning an industry credential or pursuing a degree at a community college or university, said Central Ohio educators during a recent “College and Career Readiness” panel discussion at Columbus Business First.
Beth Probst moderated the discussion. Click here to read what they had to share.
Episode 20, Planning for the Transition from High School to College
Episode 25, How to Get Child and You Ready for College
“How At The Core can prevent wasting precious tuition dollars”
Beth Probst was interviewed by Carrie Ghose of Columbus Business First and they discussed how At The Core was born and how our process works.
Podcast interview with Statement Guru, Nived Ravikumar
Beth Probst discusses Guided Self Assessment and how it helps students discover “who am I?”
Nived Ravikumar, the Statement Guru, helps tutor students with college admissions essay writing including brainstorming, draft evaluation, editing, and polishing. You can find more information about Nived’s company on his website.
610 WTVN’s Morning Show with Joel Riley Interview
Beth Probst talks with Joel Riley of 610 WTVN’s Morning Show about college costs, the Common App, and the application process today as well as information about Guided Self Assessment.
“How At The Core is driving change in the college selection process in Ohio”
Beth Probst was interviewed in the August 2015 issue of Wedgewood Life where she talked about how At The Core can help college-bound families.
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Central Ohio School Districts
Find helpful information from your district about high school course selection, college planning events, and guidance department support.
Central Ohio Libraries
Some of Our Favorite Books
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