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BigFuture vs CollegeData
Both stand on college search platforms. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
BigFuture combines career exploration, college search and financial aid resources at no charge. Students should note that BigFuture School and Student Search Service have eligibility or availability limits.
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CollegeData brings college search, scholarship discovery, admissions estimates, and financial planning resources into a free service. Students should note the account requirement for some tools and the stated use of information for sponsor marketing.
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| BigFuture | CollegeData | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | No |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Web | Android, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | bigfuture.collegeboard.org | collegedata.com |
| On college search platforms | #1 of 28 | #3 of 28 |
BigFuture: what it does well
- Career Quiz suggests 30 careers
- More than 1,000 career profiles
- College search filters include location and major
- Scholarships require no essay or minimum GPA
What to know first
- BigFuture School access has eligibility requirements
- Student Search availability depends on school, district or state participation
- Student Search is unavailable in New York and to eighth graders taking PSAT 8/9
CollegeData: what it does well
- College Search filters by cost, location, and majors
- Scholarship Finder searches thousands of awards
- Free mobile app for iOS and Android
- Financial aid award comparison tool
- Most profiles and resources need no account
What to know first
- College Chances and Admissions Tracker require an account
- Admissions estimates do not guarantee an outcome
- Privacy policy allows marketing of sponsor products
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