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Apply to college, organize campus visits and prepare for the big move with Google.
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Start with a list
From your safety schools to your reaches, stay organized with a spreadsheet in Google Docs. Collaborate with your guidance counselor or parents and access anywhere, on any device—except a typewriter, mom. -
What's in a name?
Sk8rgurl22 may have been a great email address, but you'll want something professional for college. Gmail is packed with great features like free phone calls, video chat and offers a ton of free storage. -
Which way is University Avenue?
Want to avoid getting lost when touring colleges? Google Maps for mobile offers driving, transit, biking or walking directions, free turn-by-turn navigation on Android devices and more. -
More impressive than walking backwards
College guides can navigate campus walking backwards, but Google Goggles is the guide that fits in your hand. Fire up the app and snap a picture of a popular landmark, storefront or more to find information about what it is you're looking at. -
Shop 'til you drop
From bathrobes to laundry baskets, Google Product Search can help you get your dorm room ready. Simply search for what you need and click 'add to shopping list' to build your list online. -
Meet your new roommate
Create a roommate circle on Google+ to get ready for your new dorm room. Share packing lists, photos and more to get to know each other before the first day. -
And you're off!
If you'll be flying to school, Flight Search can help get you there. This new feature helps you easily explore air travel options, find low prices on flights and plan your trip with a few clicks.
College Tips from Googlers
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Dave / Cornell University
"Waiting to hear back from colleges can be incredibly stressful, but remember to make time to enjoy the fun of being a senior in high school." -
Kaili / Vanderbilt University
"Don't psych yourself out by thinking there is only one perfect school out there for you. You'll be happy wherever you end up." -
Miriam /
UCLA
"Explore some "stretch" schools you may not immediately imagine yourself attending - maybe due to distance, size or reputation. College is all about expanding your comfort zone." -
Dan / Trinity College
"When you're on college tours, grab a copy of the school newspaper to get a sense of campus life."
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Tips for current college students to help manage your school work and social life.
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A fast, free browser by Google
Most of the time spent on a computer, especially as a student, is spent inside a browser. Download Chrome for a faster, simpler browser designed to keep you more secure. -
My midterm is today?!
College means juggling friends, clubs, teams--oh yeah, and class. Google Calendar is a great way to stay organized and make sure you never miss an exam (or party). -
A gentleman and a scholar
Make sure you're citing a credible source and use Google Scholar to search for scholarly literature such as journal articles, theses, books, abstracts and more. -
Keep everyone in the loop
Like wolves or cattle, college students are notorious for traveling in packs. Google+ brings groups of friends together into one conversation and is a lot easier than knocking on every door in your dorm. -
Not your parents' video chat
With Google+ Hangouts you can organize a video chat with up to ten people for a group project or study group and share screens, collaborate on a document or presentation and more. -
Discover the best of everything around campus
From bike repair to blueberry muffins, Google Places lets you rate the places you know and discover new places you'll love on or around campus. -
Keep all your groups in order
Keeping the different groups in your life organized can be a hassle. With Google Groups, keep everything straight by organizing meetings or social events among a private email list of group members.
College Tips from Googlers
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Naomi / University of Michigan
"Join student groups and organizations to branch out of your social circles. It's a great way to connect with new people." -
Krithika /
UC Berkeley
"Plan to study abroad and take the opportunity to explore new places and cultures!" -
Allison /
Washington University in St. Louis
"Take classes outside of your major to explore a variety of new subject areas before graduation." -
Alex / Georgetown University
"Help out your larger community. Off-campus volunteer opportunities are a great way to enrich your local community as well as your college experience."
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Rely on Google to help manage the responsibilities of senior year and gear up for the real world.
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For your growing to-do list
Life as a college senior can become incredibly stressful. With Google Tasks you can build your to-do list, set due dates, add notes and (most satisfyingly) check them off as you're done. -
Say no to attachments
Use Google Docs to seamlessly collaborate on a resume with a career services counselor or anyone else and spend time finding your dream job--not remembering which attachment to upload. -
Stand out from the pack
Try supplementing your classic resume by making a personal portfolio with Google Sites to show prospective employers your creative side. -
Free your pictures
You're sure to take tons of pictures in your cap and gown on graduation day. With Google+ Instant upload, the instant you take pictures or videos on your Android phone, they can be beamed straight from you phone to a private web album. -
Get ready for your new home
Moving to a new city for your first job can make you feel like a freshman again. Google Maps with Street View can prepare you to move by letting you explore your new home through 360-degree street-level imagery. -
Join us!
Whether you're passionate about engineering, computer science, the arts, humanities, or social sciences, Google has a role for you to apply what you love.
College Tips from Googlers
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Logan / Harvard University
"Make a senior year to-do list with all the fun things you want to do before graduation." -
David / Yale University
"The contacts you've made in college can be a valuable resource to utilize when you start thinking about what comes next and are usually really willing to help you out!" -
Jake / Michigan State University
"Attend as many networking events as you can to meet prospective employers. It's never too late to get involved and add to your resume." -
Preston /
University of Pennsylvania
"Your college buddies will be some of your best friends forever. Even when things get crazy with finals and graduation, don't forget to spend time with them."
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