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Information for High School Students on Two- and Four-Year Colleges

Select the college option that is right for you.

As students gain a better understanding of their career choice or the program of study, it is important to research many schools that would best support your career goals and be the best fit in order for you to succeed. FCPS families should explore Naviance Student under the Colleges tab to review all the college options. This resource will provide you with a comprehensive list of all Virginia schools and their offerings.

Admissions Process

College Search

College Prep and Testing

Pay For College

  • Pay for College (link to financial Aid)

Tool Kit for College Planning

Related Pages

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Two-Year and Four-Year Colleges

As students gain a better understanding of their career choice or the program of study, it is important to research many schools that would best support your career goals and be the best fit in order for you to succeed.
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College Education Planning

You want to go to college? Explore the resources on this page to help figure out which college is best for you.
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Parent Advocacy Handbook: Thinking Beyond High School

A goal of FCPS’ Portrait of a Graduate is to provide opportunities for emerging adults to learn skills to be successful after high school. Parents can help their student develop these skills by working with teachers and school staff. The Parent Advocacy Handbook explains how to help your student.
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Events for College and Career Planning

Details about FCPS College Events 
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Parent Advocacy Handbook: High School Grades 9-12

High school is a time of academic and career choices for teens. They must decide whether to take regular, Honors, Academy, Advanced Placement (AP), or International Baccalaureate courses.
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Parent Advocacy Handbook: Middle School (Grades 7-8)

The Parent Advocacy Handbook explains the factors involved in middle school as it may be the first experience a student has with multiple teachers and the team approach to instruction.