COLLEGE

Glossary- College Terms

Unfamiliar term? Check out UNT's Glossary of College Terms.

Essays

The personal essay is critical to winning a scholarship because it lets the selection committee get to know you beyond your grades, test scores, and activities listed on the application. It is also your best opportunity to make a strong and lasting impression.

Academic Resumes

Resumes come in many shapes and sizes. While there is no “correct” resume format, you should select one that highlights your strengths.

Letter of Recommendation

Making the Most of Your SAT/ACT Test Day

There's no need to fear the SAT/ACT. Here are 7 helpful steps to prepare you for your test day.

SAT/PSAT/NMSQT

A one-stop shop to all of your SAT/PSAT needs. See if you can answer the SAT question of the day!

Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

Official site for the Department of Education Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Includes an online submission form with necessary documents.

Campus Tour

Take a virtual tour of colleges and universities you may not be able to personally visit.

Free College Search 

Find the college that is right for you.

CAREER

Reality Check!

Get a realistic aspect of how much it will cost for you to live on your own.

Professional Resumes (for High School Students)
 

Don't know what to put on your resume? Check out this sample high school resume and create your own today!

Career Voyage

Get informed for what it takes to be prepared and in demand in your chosen career field.

Dallas Public Library: Job Seeker Resources

Looking for a job? The Dallas Public Library has a list of sites  found useful by Library staff.

TRADE 

North Texas Job Corps Center

North Texas Job Corps provides students with the skills needed to succeed in today’s workforce - at no cost to them or their families!

Americops

AmeriCorps is an opportunity to make a big difference in your life and in the lives of those around you. It’s a chance to apply your skills and ideals toward helping others and meeting critical needs in the community.

Military.com

Military.com, the online presence of Military Advantage, is committed to the mission of connecting the military community to all the advantages earned in service to America.

INTERNSHIPS

State Farm

Interships are an opportuntity to gain career-related experience into a career field by participating in planned, supervised work.

Exxon Mobile Green Team (VCNT)

Bank of America Student Leaders Program (VCNT)

COMMUNITY SERVICE

Volunteer Power Crew

The Volunteer Center of North Texas offers a wide array of innovative programs and resources designed to help you determine how you can make a difference in the community. 

Bowl For Kids Sake

Volunteer at the biggest bowling party in town.

Dallas Public Library – Teen Centers

The Dallas Public Library's Teen Center was created with teens in-mind. The information can be used for school, job-hunting, getting into college or just to have fun.