Student Search Service™

Connect with Colleges and Scholarships

Colleges and scholarship programs are looking for students like you. Get noticed by joining Student Search Service.

Why Choose Student Search Service?

Hear directly from colleges across the country

More than 1,200 colleges in the U.S. rely on Student Search to find the right students for their campuses.

Get Access to Millions in Scholarship Dollars

Scholarship partners and colleges use the data to help find candidates for their scholarships.

Your Privacy Is Prioritized

We only share specific information about you, with your consent. We never share your actual test scores, grades, disability status, or phone number. Visit here for a full list of information about you shared with participating nonprofit organizations, if you opt in.

No Commercial Advertising

Only approved nonprofit accredited colleges and universities (domestic and international), nonprofit scholarship providers, and government agencies administering educational programs can participate. Learn more here.

How to Join and Make It Work for You

Log in or Create an Account 📲

If you’ve taken the SAT or an AP Exam, you probably already have a College Board account. If not, signing up only takes a few minutes—quick and easy!

Make Your Profile You 🌟

Colleges and scholarship programs want to connect with students who stand out. Keeping your profile updated with your interests and background helps match you with opportunities that fit you best.

Keep an Eye on Your Inbox (and Mailbox) 📬

Your next scholarship or college opportunity could be waiting in your messages. Stay on top of them so you don’t miss out!

What Information Is Shared

When you join the Student Search Service, you agree to share with participating organizations certain information about you, including your College Board account information, exam score ranges, BigFuture college list, and details about your high school performance and college preferences. Participating nonprofit colleges, scholarship providers, and government agencies use this information to identify students who may be a good fit for their programs. The service is free for students, though organizations may pay College Board a licensing fee to access it.

See Details & Update Your Info

✦ There's no commitment. You can opt out at any time. ✦

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For Parents

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How it Works

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Answers to the questions students and parents most commonly ask about Student Search Service™

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