Here are your college and career exploration resources for Open Doors.

One honest conversation about what comes next can help a student see a path they hadn’t imagined. You’re helping make that happen. If you haven't joined Open Doors yet, make sure you sign up so you don't miss out on important reminders, strategies, and other resources.

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Help Students Explore What Comes Next (English & Spanish)

An overview of BigFuture.org's free tools—career quiz, college search, personalized matches, and scholarship entries—plus the BigFuture Community Library, a shareable video library covering everything from applying to paying for college. A great one to point students and families toward for self-guided exploration.

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Find the Perfect College

There's no "perfect" college — just the right fit. This resource helps a student figure out what matters to them and how to research their options, so the search feels manageable instead of overwhelming.

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Simple Ways to Encourage a Student

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Activity Plan: Open a Door to College and Career

A quick 3-step guide that helps any adult spark a conversation with a student about their own interest and help them pick a pathway that makes the most sense to them.

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Academic Roadmap (Tracking Progress)

A simple worksheet counselors can use with a student and their transcript to see exactly where they stand against college prep requirements — and what one thing to change to stay on track.

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Helping Your Students Conduct a College Search

This course guides counselors in supporting students through a purposeful and personalized college search process. It emphasizes helping students identify key criteria—such as academic programs, location, affordability, and campus culture—and use reliable tools to explore their options.