If you're looking for a Christian college, the magazine you're now reading is a great place to start. But the Internet is also rich in information to help you in the entire search and application process. Check out the following sites. campuslifecollegeguide.com
Of course we're going to recommend our own site! You'll find more good stuff like you're reading in this special issue—articles about the college search, advice from experts and from college students, tips, calendars, glossaries and much more. Plus you'll find links to many Christian colleges, where you can learn even more about individual schools. christiancollegesearch.com
This site is brought to you by the experts at the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU), and features about 100 Christian schools. Using the "Search by Criteria" feature, you can do just that—plug in certain information you're looking for in a school, and then get a list of schools meeting that criteria. You can enter criteria like major, region, denominational affiliation and athletics. whatsthebest-college.com
Despite the title of the site, it won't tell you the best Christian college, because there isn't one. Instead, the site states, "You are the only person who can decide which Christian college is best for you." A step-by-step college guide helps you narrow down your choices. You'll also find real-life stories from students and graduates that are full of good advice and wisdom to help you in your college choice. christiancolleges.com
You'll find some good resources on this site, including a bookstore where you can buy The Campus Life Guide to Christian Colleges and Universities (hint, hint!), plus many other books to help you throughout the college search and application process. There's also a page for parents and a list of links to Christian colleges everywhere—not just in the U.S. and Canada, but around the world. collegeview.com
While the four sites listed above are from a Christian perspective, this one is not, but it's a very comprehensive site that can still help you in your search. The "Test Prep" and "College Search" areas are especially helpful for general information. In the "College Search" area, you can plug in criteria for "religious affiliation," and their database includes over 200 Christian schools. There's also a section called "Discover the Benefits of a Christian College," plus a section just for parents. collegeboard.com
Another secular site, but very helpful, especially the area called "My Organizer," where you can plug in your information and stay on top of upcoming deadlines, get reminders, update your checklist, manage other lists, and more. There's an online demo for "My Organizer" that walks you through the process, showing all the benefits. And there's a special section just for parents. Copyright © 2002 by the author or Christianity Today International/Campus Life magazine.
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