REFERENCE BOOKS
A variety of college planning reference books will help you with your college
search plans. A few key books will provide you with much of the information
you need to help you narrow down your choices. The following books are
useful:
The Fiske Guide to Colleges by Edward Fiske
Descriptions of 300 of the top colleges in the U.S.
The book also includes information on strong departments and majors.
The Best 361 Colleges by Princeton Review
Student opinions on classes, dorms, social activities, sports and more.
Admissions and financial aid information
The College Board Book of Majors
List majors available at every two and four-year college in the U.S.
The College Handbook by College Board
The most complete guide to all 2-year and 4-year U.S. colleges.
NCAA sports index, ROTC programs, Early Decision/Early Action and more.
Recommendations on the Colleges by Frederick E. Rugg
This book lists quality departments (college majors) at various colleges.
The K&W Guide to Colleges for Students With Learning Disabilities by
Kravetz and Wax
This book provides information on college programs for students with
learning disabilities.
Many helpful guidelines are also provided.
Peterson’s Summer Opportunities for Kids and Teenagers by Petersons
A complete guide to summer programs in the United States and abroad.
Sports Scholarships and College Athletic Programs by Petersons
This book provides information on over 1700 athletic programs
Test Prep Books:
Test prep books provide insight into the test material as well as strategies,
tips and practice tests.
College Board: The Official SAT Study Guide: For the New SAT
Barron’s How To Prepare For The New SAT
Kaplan New SAT 2400
Kaplan Fast Track ACT
Princeton Review: Cracking the New SAT
Princeton Review: Cracking the ACT
Barrons: How to Prepare for the SAT II: Math, History, Spanish, English Lit.,
Biology, Chemistry, Physics and other subjects areas.
Kaplan: SAT II Math, History, and other subject areas.
Helpful College Planning Reference Books
