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Turn to www.usnews.com to find all of America's Best Colleges as well as handy tools that help you figure out which college is the best fit for you, and what you need to do to get in.

Start with the College Personality Quiz. Answer 80 questions about yourself, and discover what type of college would suit you. Then head to College Search. Using parameters such as cost, location, and student diversity, our search engine spits out college names with links to information about schools' admissions policies, campus life, and more. You'll find information for international, transfer, and disabled students as well. Chat with experts on our Forum, and whittle down your list by comparing the size and other stats of up to four institutions with the College Comparison sheet.

Now it's time to apply. Calculate your grade-point average with the GPA Calculator. Use the Recommendation Helper to provide your teachers with all the information necessary for a great letter. Once you're in, predict college costs, compare aid awards, and calculate loan repayments with the site's interactive work sheets.

Still more questions? On September 7 at 1 p.m. EDT U.S. News will host an online chat with Edward B. Fiske, author of The Fiske Guide to Colleges (Three Rivers Press, 2000, $21). Fiske will answer your queries about all facets of the admissions process.

U.S. News Online now also features the services of three Web companies that offer tools for collegebound students. TestU can help you hone your test-taking skills with free online SAT prep courses. Through CollegeLink you can apply electronically to the schools on your list. PureAdvice provides you and your family with one-on-one admissions counseling for a fee.