College Preparation Resources
The Library has Books to help you prepare for college entrance exams, find scholarships, finance a college education, and more. Please Contact Us for assistance locating these items.
ACT, SAT, AND PRELIMINARY SAT (PSAT)
FINANCIAL AID AND SCHOLARSHIPS
Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC)
State agency dedicated to helping students and their parents prepare and pay for college. Locate information on scholarships, grants, and more.
USDOE Federal Student Aid
Find information on aid eligibility and financing options.
FinAid
Locate scholarship opportunities and information about additional financial aid options.
U.S. Department of Education (USDOE) College Preparation Checklist
Provides year-by-year information for academic and financial planning.
USDOE Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
The FAFSA is required in order to receive federal aid.
COLLEGES AND PLANNING
Illinois Colleges & Universities
Learn about colleges located in Illinois; locate information on college costs and financial planning.
National Center for Education Statistics – College Navigator
Find colleges based on tuition costs, degrees and programs offered, location, and more.
Intelligent
A student-focused publication dedicated to delivering data-driven research and insights to aid students and educational institutions nationwide.
Online Bachelor of Library Science
Obtaining an online Bachelor of Science in Library Science, or related undergraduate degree, is often the first step to a library support staff or technician position.
Online Master’s in Library and Information Science
The Master of Library and Information Science or Master of Library and Information Studies, MLIS, is designed to prepare professionals to meet these demands in libraries and other information centers.
JOBS AND CAREER PLANNING
Career Builder
we’re a global, end-to-end human capital solutions company. But, that just means that we combine the best in advertising, software, and services to help companies find, hire, and manage great talent.
Monster
A global leader in connecting people and jobs.
State of Illinois Employment Opportunities
Find job postings, internships, and career counseling
Illinois Job Link
Whether you’re looking for that perfect job, that perfect employee, or information on an industry or workforce, IllinoisJobLink.com is for you.
Glassdoor
One of the largest job and recruiting sites, connecting people to the job they love.
ZipRecruiter
A leading online employment marketplace that leverages Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered smart matching technology to actively connect millions of employers and job seekers.
Got Resume Builder
Build a Resume Online in Minutes with Free Resume Builder.
DMV PERMIT PRACTICE TEST DATABASE
Illinois DMV Permit Test
This practice test helps individuals who wish to obtain an Illinois driver’s license prepare for the exam. Questions come directly from the Illinois DMV Driver’s Handbook.
