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    College Prep

    Getting ready for college? Count on BigFuture™ to help out.

    Thrive in High School

    What you do in high school — in and out of class —matters to colleges: it all adds up to show who you are.

    Stay Motivated

    To succeed in high school and college, you have to do your best at all times. But sometimes it’s hard to stay motivated, even when you really care about the work you’re doing. Learn about ways to stay on the right track.

    Stand Out

    Activities outside the classroom can give you new skills and perspectives. They also reveal things about you that grades and test scores can’t.

    BigFuture Ambassador Program

    Student leaders can play a special role in arming peers with resources and information about planning, paying and preparing for college.

    Get Advice

    From advice on classes to college applications, see how your school counselor or virtual advisors can help you navigate high school and the college planning journey.

    Virtual College Advising

    Connect with free virtual college planning support through our college access partners.