Plan for Life After High School

Answer questions about location, price, majors, and more to narrow down a list of ideal colleges to apply to.

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Stay On Track This School Year

Use the checklist to keep track of key steps to complete this school year as you plan for life after high school.

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The FAFSA Essentials

The 2025–26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) is now open to all students. Here are some essential resources to help you complete your application.

Start Your FAFSA Application

Applying for the FAFSA is the most vital step to receiving federal aid. Federal Student Aid provides information about the application, federal and state deadlines, and frequently asked questions to assist in completing your application.

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Who counts as a parent on the FAFSA form?

Unsure if you need to ask your parent(s) to provide information on the FAFSA? Use this tool to determine which parent(s) should participate.

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Federal Student Aid YouTube Channel: FAFSA Videos

Updated videos to help students and families understand the importance of the FAFSA form, who is a FAFSA contributor, and what happens after submitting the form.

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How to Plan for College

Watch this video to see what we have to offer you to help you plan for any type of college.

Get the Basics About College

There are thousands of types of colleges out there. Start here to get guidance to help you plan.

Convert Your GPA to a 4.0 Scale

Colleges report GPA (grade point average) on a 4.0 scale. See how to calculate your GPA and convert your grades to the 4.0 scale.

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Types of Colleges

Colleges offer various programs to serve students with different needs and goals. Learning about the types of colleges will help you find the best choices for you.

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Why College Is Important

Considering the pros and cons of going to college? Learn reasons why college is worth it for career growth and future financial opportunities.

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Your College Application

Stay organized and use our guides to help you as you work on your college applications.

What to Major In

It's OK if you don't know what to major in! There are so many options, so let us help you navigate them.

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