A lot of colleges have a department that caters to adult learners that offers a wealth of information. They give them step by step guidance in regards to admission requirements, career guidance, etc. Community colleges and smaller colleges seem to be able to offer more individual instruction. You could also check with your local high school's guidance department for information and learning materials. You will have to get your high school transcripts. The high school should be able to give you the ACT/SAT testing requirements and testing dates or you can look it up on the internet. Also, your local adult literacy office can help you with learning material as they have free classes for adults who want to get their GED as well as other adult classes such as computer classes, etc. If you don't make the ACT/SAT testing requirements, that doesn't mean that you can't go to college. It just means that you have to take remedial classes that don’t count for college credit, but you still have to pay the college fees. Also if you study up before going to college, you could ask the college about CLEP tests. These are tests that allow you to test out of classes if you pass them. Of course, there is a fee no matter if you pass or fail, but testing out would be cheaper then paying for the class and expenses. But a lot of people choose to take the class to prepare them for the next class levels. You can fill out the FAFSA form on the internet to apply for financial assistance if needed. Do this early if you apply. Book stores also have general learning material, and books on testing tips for the major exams. Good luck on your studies. I think that any choice to improve one's self is a smart choice. Adults should be life long learners, and not dormant minds. The only draw back is the financial expenses, but if you reach your goal hopefully that will pay off in the end.
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