College And Career Resources
Premium Resources
Foundation Grants to Individuals (Available at Central Library Only)
Find sources for scholarships, fellowships, grants, awards and other financial support for individuals.
Gale Courses
Free, online, instructor-led courses on a variety of topics such as business, computer applications, college prep and technology. A valid library card is required to register.*
Job & Career Accelerator
Please Note: All the content previously in this database is now available through Learning Express. This specific database interface is no longer available.*
Learning Express Library
Interactive practice exams as well as a Job and Career Center. Include TAKS, GED, SAT, civil service, ASVAB, law enforcement, real estate and basic skills tests.*
Lynda.com
A vast library of video tutorials covering software, technology, and business skills taught by recognized industry experts. Lynda Library provides 24/7 access to online learning to help you achieve personal and professional goals. If you need to reset your Lynda.com password please call Lynda at 888-335-9632 Monday--Friday, 8 am to 7 pm, or Saturday--Sunday, 9 am to 6 pm. *
Optimal Resume
Helps you conduct your job search with resume and cover letter builders and allows you to post them online. Also includes a skills assessment test and interview prep videos.*
Vocational & Career Collection
This collection provides full text coverage for trade and industry-related periodicals.*
Recommended Websites
Braintrack University Index
Links to colleges and universities worldwide.
CareerOneStop
Wage and salary information, career resources, and job bank for employers and job seekers.
Careers.wsj.com
Online version of the Wall Street Journal's National Business Employment Weekly.
CareerZone
Career and resume information for grades 6-12.
College Board
Dates and registration for the SAT. Information about colleges and subject majors.
College Navigator
Colleges and universities by location, type of institution and areas of study.
College Possible
Advice on preparing for college, choosing the right college, and getting financial aid.
FAFSA
Submit your federal financial aid application electronically.
FAFSA School Codes
Search or verify federal school codes
FinAid
A comprehensive financial aid information website.
Find Job and Career Information
Resources and online tools to help workers in all stages of the job and career development provided by the U.S. Department of Labor.
GRE Online
Dates and registration for the the GRE.
Monster.com
Comprehensive international online job search and recruitment site. Resume posting and relocation material available.
Occupational Outlook Handbook
Job outlook information for hundreds of occupations from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Open Education Database
Open Education Database is a comprehensive collection of online college rankings and free courses online.
Opportunity Knocks.org
Job listings and career information for the non-profit sector.
Peterson's Real Guide to Colleges and Universities
Information about colleges, graduate school, financial aid, careers, private secondary schools, and much more.
Sallie Mae College Planning Calculator
Finding the right way to pay for college just got easier with Sallie Mae's Education Investment Planner. This free online tool offers easy-to-follow guidance on paying for college based on your budget and financial goals.
Sallie Mae Scholarship Search
Information about scholarship and financial aid.
Texas Common Application for College Admission
Use this on-line application to apply for admission to any public college or university in Texas.
Texas Educator Certification Program
Preparation manuals and study guides for the TExES, TExMaT and TASC.
Texas Trade Schools
A listing of trade and vocational schools in Texas with information on their programs.
Texas Tuition Promise Fund
Prepay for college tuition at today\'s prices.
TOEFL
Dates and registration for the TOEFL.