Preparing for school

Know what you want to do after graduation? Where do you see yourself in five years? In 10 years? Getting there can mean getting ready now.

Female student planning

No matter your education or career goals, it's helpful to begin preparing early. Sometimes, depending on what you want to do, you may need to prepare as early as high school or junior high.

Need help catching up?

If you're worried you haven't given the matter any thought, it's not too late.

Are you the first in your family to go to college? We have resources and advice for you.

Do you already have a good idea of what you want?

Perhaps you can start selecting schools to apply to.


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November is national scholarship month.

Juniors

Attend college fairs and financial aid nights.

Take the PSAT.

Research scholarships and ways to pay for your education.

Learn the basics about federal student loans and private student loans.

Plan and make college visits.

Seniors

Continue completing your college applications; see which financial aid forms your colleges need.

Investigate state college information and programs.

Search for other ways to pay.

Get a jump on things by estimating your Expected Family Contribution (EFC).


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