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College Research Center
Whether you are trying to find colleges that meet all of your needs or you are exploring a school already familiar to you, conducting college research is a large investment of time, money, and effort.  Consequently, a careful evaluation of colleges/universities is important.  The Transfer Center provides several ways for you to explore your options and make the best decision. 

College Research Services:

The Transfer Center can assist you in your college research by offering the following services:

• Online searches databases for colleges that meet your needs by major, institution, location, tuition/cost, and lifestyle.
• Access a library of catalogs, transfer guides and applications.
• Receive help with your college applications and review of admissions essays.
• On campus Admissions Visits with college/university representatives
• Advice on admissions requirements (Deadlines, GPA, Courses, etc.)
• View our resource library to include college handbooks, articulation agreements, a college catalog collection, and publications on admissions, course articulation, financial aid, housing and academic programs.
• Reference books assist students with their choice of an institution, academic preparation, and financial planning.

Reference Guides include:

Peterson’s Guide to Four-year and Two-year Colleges; Peterson’s College Money Book; College Board Index of Majors & Graduate Degrees; The Ultimate College Guide, US News & World Reports; Barron's Profiles of American Colleges; The College Blue Book; Lovejoy’s College Guide; And much more, visit the transfer center to access a complete reference list.