Colleges and Major Subjects

Web Resources for High School and College Students

Initial Steps for Students has tips about choosing a college and making the most of your experience while you’re there.

CollegeBoard.com is full of useful tips on how to plan for school, find a college, research majors, and pay for school.

The Princeton Review features a monthly “to-do” list for students preparing for college and a customized search for colleges based on your criteria.

What Can I Do With A Major In… is a site maintained by Career Services at the University of North Carolina Wilmington. It has useful insights and links to more information for those who want to more about the future of certain fields.

The O*NET is the Department of Labor’s tool for career exploration. It provides descriptions and analyses for most careers. CareerOneStop is another thorough site for reports on wages and trends in various fields.

CollegeGrad.com is aimed at the entry-level job seeker, with tools for searching for jobs, posting your resume, and learning about careers.