17 Best Apps for College Applicants and College Students (Part 1)

17 Best Apps for College Applicants and College Students (Part 1)
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    Phones are not just for phone calls anymore. They can be computers, maps, tour guides, game centers, cameras, search engines, and many more things.

    With the right apps, they can even become a tool for college.

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We researched many of the learning apps out there and chose the 17 most helpful apps to the average college applicant and student. These apps can aid you with the college search, with college prep, with your college applications, with academics once you are in college, and with the college lifestyle in general.

Pretty useful, right?

While these 17 apps should not be your sole providers of information, they are certainly a convenient and fun way to take on a small part of the college admissions process.

So browse away, and happy downloading!

1. Peterson’s College Guide

What it does – allows you to search for information on thousands of institutions, including such statistics as selectivity, financial aid, and majors offered. Best used for – quick research or browsing to get ideas about different schools. For extensive research, rely on information from the school’s admissions office and website. Also very handy for campus tours. Favorite Feature – “Shake for a College Suggestion” feature. Simply shake your phone and explore the random colleges that come up.

2. College Confidential Mobile App

What it does – provides college admissions articles and allows participants to discuss various parts of the admissions process. You can participate in discussions on the go, check college application blogs, and interact with other users. Best used for – Background research and gauging what other college applicants are talking about. Favorite Feature – “Campus Vibe” section, which allows iPhone users to browse through hundreds of reports from students who have gone on college visits at a specific school.

3. futureU SAT

What it does – allows you to play SAT prep games on the go. Games are based on a Kaplan curriculum and accompanied by test taking tips. Best used for – supplemental test prep. Favorite feature – portable nature of app allows you to study anytime or anywhere, which is perfect for consistent test preparation.

4. SAT Vocab Challenge Vol. 1 by The Princeton Review

What it does – quizzes you on 250 vocabulary words often encountered on the SAT exam. You can test yourself on definitions, synonyms, antonyms, and positive and negative connotations. Best used for – on the go vocab studying. Favorite feature – some challenges are timed to simulate the actual SAT test-taking environment.

5. SAT Connect

What it does – provides on-the-go SAT studying with 800 test questions, seven diagnostic tests, study guides, and vocabulary flashcards. Provides feedback on your scores and times and keeps track of your progress. Best used for – diagnosing SAT problems areas for yourself and focusing on practice questions within those areas. Favorite feature -gives you detailed explanations of the answers to any questions that you miss, which helps you to avoid making the same mistake twice.

Stay tuned for part 2 and part 3 coming next week!

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