College Search Resources

Your junior year of high school is when all the excitement over college begins. Want some advice, tips and checklists to stay organized? This complimentary guide is for you.

Your college decision is made up of a thousand smaller decisions: majors and minors and clubs and internship opportunities. Big or small. Near or far. And possibly the trickiest: private or public. Wondering what the difference is between the two? This guide is for you.

More and more, employers across fields are hiring graduates with key liberal arts skills (think: writing and problem solving). But that’s just one of the many reasons a small, private, liberal arts college could be your best bet.

Make the most of college fairs. Be prepared, impress the reps and return home with a list of colleges you’d like to explore further.

Whether you’re a student preparing to take the SAT or a parent looking to help out, the Siena College admissions team has put together a checklist of tips to help you stay on track.

How to Apply for College: A Checklist

7 COLLEGE APPLICATION BASICS EVERY HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT SHOULD KNOW

Apply to college early: here’s why

Seven Common College Application Mistakes

What To Do If A College You Love Doesn't Have Your Major

There comes a point in the college application process when it’s time to write the all-important personal statement. The essay is your chance to show Admissions who you are, what sets you apart and how well you write. Use this guide to ace your essay.

COLLEGE INTERVIEWS: 5 THINGS THE MOST IMPRESSIVE STUDENTS ALWAYS DO

Here’s What *NOT* to Do on the Optional Essay