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NYS Higher Education Services<\/h3>\n
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New York State resources<\/a> to help you plan for college!<\/p>\n

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Fill out your FAFSA today!<\/h3>\n
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You can begin filling out your FAFSA on October 1! It\u2019s easier to complete the FAFSA form if you gather what you need ahead of time. Review the link below to find out what you need!<\/p>\n

7 Things You Need Before Filling Out the FAFSA\u00ae Form \u2013 Federal Student Aid<\/a><\/p>\n

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Need more information, or help filling out your FAFSA form? Click the link below for more information!<\/p>\n

Filling Out the FAFSA\u00ae Form | Federal Student Aid<\/a><\/p>\n

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Library Resources<\/h3>\n
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Brainfuse CollegeNow<\/strong><\/a> is a unique college admissions support platform designed for students and adult learners applying to college. After more than two decades and millions of sessions, Brainfuse is one of the most experienced online education company in the nation. We remain committed to providing high quality academic support and continually strive to meet the needs of patrons through innovative features and services.<\/p>\n

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Live Guidance Counselors:<\/strong> Connect with live, online college guidance counselors ready to assist with every stage of the college application process. From filling out applications to crafting essays, navigating financial aid, and acing admissions interviews, our expert counselors provide personalized guidance to help patrons reach their higher education goals.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Expert Review for Admissions Essays:<\/strong> Enhance the quality and effectiveness of college entrance essays with the writing lab; Receive personalized, comprehensive feedback to improve your essays.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Application Resources:<\/strong> Elevate your college application with essential resources for success including SAT\/ACT prep materials, essay writing guides, recommendation letter tips, and more.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Financial Aid Resources<\/strong>: Discover scholarships, loans, and expert FAFSA guidance to achieve your higher education goals.<\/p>\n

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Admissions Interview Resources:<\/strong> Ace your college interviews and secure a spot at their dream college.<\/p>\n

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Career Cruising<\/a>
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Career & College Counseling<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

The Miller Business Center at Middle Country Public Library will be offering Career & College Counseling remotely. At this time, this service is available to patrons with valid library cards at their local library.<\/p>\n

Please allow 24-48 hours for your request to be answered. Based on your request, you will be contacted by a Career Counselor via e-mail. The counselor will work with you regarding your request and the best means of communication between you and the counselor.\u00a0Your request will be processed in the order that it is received.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Online Resources<\/h3>\n
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Check out College Transitions<\/a>, a team of counselors, academics, and former admission officers. As the only admissions consulting provider with an active research agenda in higher education, we leverage our quantitative background, professional network, and inside knowledge to help students identify good-fit schools and gain a competitive advantage in the admissions process. Over the past decade, College Transitions has supported thousands of applicants, helping them secure admission at more than 500 of the most competitive colleges and universities in the U.S. and abroad.<\/p>\n

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Thinking about attending an online college? Check out colleges that offer laptops and tablets as part of their curriculum! \u00a0<\/em><\/h5>\n

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BestColleges.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Information on over 7,000 colleges\/universities including school rankings, \u00a0financial aid, careers and more!<\/p>\n

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Research colleges you’re interested in:\u00a0<\/em><\/h5>\n
College Prowler<\/a><\/h6>\n
College Navigator<\/a><\/h6>\n
College Board<\/a><\/h6>\n
College Majors 101<\/a><\/h6>\n
Unigo<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/h6>\n

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Find out about other scholarships:<\/em><\/h5>\n
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Project on Student Debt<\/a><\/h6>\n
Cappex\u00a0Scholarships<\/a><\/strong><\/h6>\n
Scholly<\/a><\/h6>\n
Nursing Student’s Guide to Debt-Free Education<\/a><\/span><\/h6>\n

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Other great college related sites:<\/em><\/span><\/h5>\n

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Save on Books! Always visit sites like\u00a0Project Gutenberg<\/a> and Google Books<\/a>\u00a0to check if free ebooks are available online!<\/span><\/h6>\n

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Need to register for classes? Check out reviews on your professors at Rate My Professors<\/a>.<\/span><\/h6>\n
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