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Match, compare, and calculate — fill them in, then create a free account to see results. No trial required.
College Search
Enter GPA (SAT optional) for Reach, Target, and Safety matches from 1,900+ schools. Free account to see results.
Compare & decideLine up schools, offers, and funding options.
Compare Schools
FreeSide-by-side tuition, acceptance rates, outcomes, and campus fit — 2 schools free, 4 on Premium. Free account to see results.
OpenCollege Decision Tool
FreeWeight what matters most and score up to 4 colleges across 14 factors. Free account to see results.
OpenScholarship Finder
FreeFilter scholarships for high school or college students by GPA, major, state, and need. Free account to see results.
OpenCalculatorsModel cost, chances, ROI, and timelines.
Acceptance Calculator
FreeSee admission probability at 30+ top universities from your GPA and SAT. Free account to see results.
OpenCollege ROI Calculator
FreeCompare majors by salary vs. cost with 20-year return projections. Free account to see results.
OpenStudent Loan Calculator
FreeEstimate monthly payments, total interest, and payoff timelines. Free account to see results.
OpenGraduate Early Planner
FreeMap a 3-year path with AP credits and summer sessions — see potential savings. Free account to see results.
OpenCurious how Reach, Target, and Safety are assigned? Read the matching methodology · Browse the help center.
Free tools FAQ
How the calculators and planning tools work together.
What free college tools does College Decider offer?
College search, side-by-side comparison (2 schools on Free, 4 on Premium), a weighted decision tool, scholarship finder, acceptance calculator, ROI calculator, student loan calculator, and graduate early planner. Fill them in, then create a free account to see results.
Do I need an account to use the free tools?
You can fill out every free tool without an account. Create a free account to see results — no credit card and no Premium trial. Search includes 3 unlocked matches on a free account. Premium unlocks all 21 matches and the application plan.
Do I need a free trial to use the calculators?
No. A free account is enough to see calculator, search, compare, and scholarship results. The Premium trial is only if you want all 21 matches, 4-school compare, unlimited essays, and the application plan.
Which tool should I use first?
Start with college search to build a Reach/Target/Safety list, then compare your top schools and run the acceptance calculator on your stats. Use the application plan once you know where you are applying.
How does the college decision tool work?
Add your admission offers, weight factors like net cost, major strength, and location, and score each school. It complements side-by-side comparison when you are choosing between acceptances.