Accuplacer Information and Practice Questions
http://www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/accuplacer/
The Accuplacer shows you how far along you are toward being ready for college-level work.
The more you know about Accuplacer, the better your scores are likely to be and the more
likely you are to test college-ready.
PLATO Learning Network
http://www.platoweb.com/ If you scored below college-level on any of your Accuplacer tests, this site can
help you catch up: online tutoring in reading, writing, math (including fractions),
and algebra—FREE through your high school or ECforME. PLATO can save college costs
as well as time to graduation. Successfully completing the appropriate PLATO module(s) means you can start college with college courses—instead of developmental
(remedial) courses that may cost $400 each. Ask your Guidance Counselor or ECforME
Regional Director.
FAFSA: Free Application for Federal Student Aid
http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/
Start here for federal financial aid. This site gives you and your parents a quick
tutorial for completing and filing your FAFSA. The first step is to choose your PIN:
http://www.pin.ed.gov/PINWebApp/pinindex.jsp
FAME: Finance Authority of Maine
http://www.famemaine.com/education/ScholarshipSearch.asp
FAME can help you find scholarships and other financial assistance for which you may qualify,
including the need-based $1,200 Maine State Grant. You may be eligible if you file your FAFSA
by May 1. Filing the FAFSA also makes you eligible for additional aid from your Maine
community college.
Maine AHEC: Acadia Health Education Coalition
http://www.mainehealthcareers.com/
Looking for a career in health care? Nursing is only one of many choices. This site offers
ideas and information on health care careers right here in Maine. Check out the opportunities.
Opportunity Maine: Student Loan Tax Credit
http://opportunitymaine.org/
Opportunity Maine makes college more affordable. Students who work and pay taxes in Maine
after graduation can claim a tax credit for paying back any student loan taken out from
January 2008 on. Details and the FAQs are on the website.
