The site contains thousands of programs listed by curriculum including descriptions, contact information and in some cases links. Each institution's entry also includes contact information and a link to its Website. There are any number of sites aimed at college-bound seniors, but the size of this database and its source make it the authoritative starting point for college information searches. On this site, you will find information to help you plan your career, select a school, and pay for your education. The database contains records for 1997-99 and may be browsed by region, state, city, type of institution, instructional program, and number of students.
Users can also simply type in the name of a specific institution.
Initial entries include basic contact information and links to statistics for criminal offenses, hate offenses, and arrests. This site is hosted by Peterson's, an information services company. There are several searches available, as well as links to related resources on the home page. The Student Guide is published by the Department of Education. This guide contains good, current information on how to determine financial aid eligibility, types and conditions of various government loans and Pell grants, and how to select the right school.