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You've Got to Know How! You have big plans. Big dreams. You know college is where to start. But a dream is not enough. College doesn’t just happen; you have to work to make it a reality. You know why to go to college; we're here to tell you how. There are specific steps you need to take and this...

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Young people in all socio-economic groups have college aspirations. In fact, eight out of 10 expect to attain a bachelor’s degree or higher, according to the U.S. Department of Education. But despite their aspirations, low-income students and those who are the first in their families to pursue higher education are severely underrepresented on college campuses. Studies show these students often...

Four Steps
Step 1 - Be a Pain!    Let everyone know that you’re going to college and need their help. Never say no. Don't ever take that "no" in your head for an answer! Find family support. So what if your parents didn't go to college? Your folks may well have real experience and knowledge that can help you on your way. Call on coaches....

Middle Schoolers Welcome
Right now, college probably seems a million miles away. But really, middle school is the best time to start making plans for what happens after high school. Relax—you don’t have to make any big decisions yet. But the sooner you start thinking about what you’re interested in doing, the easier your choices will be later on. So let's get...

Freshmen - Talk to an Adult
Planning for college isn’t something you do by yourself—it’s really a team effort. But it’s up to you to put together your team. And that means talking to the adults in your life who can help—from your parent, guardian or other family member to your teacher, coach, guidance counselor or religious leader.Get the conversation started!...

Middle Schoolers - Why College
You may be thinking, "College? Hey, that's too far off to think about!" But you’d be wrong. Middle school is exactly when you should start thinking about your future.Of course, your future is linked to the career you decide to pursue, and college is where you gain the skills for your career! So a little planning now—and keeping your grades up—will go a long...

Middle Schoolers - Get Ready
There's an old Chinese saying that goes, "The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step." But no matter how unsure you feel taking that first step, every single one after that will be a little easier. It also helps if you have a road map to follow through your years in middle school—and here it...

Middle Schoolers - Find Help
You don’t have to look far to find the help you need to plan for college—because a lot of it is online and close to home. Whether you need information on counseling, academics or financial aid, there are organizations that can help.   Click on your state or commonwealth in the map below to connect to local resources. All states have...

Middle Schoolers - Talk to an Adult
Planning for college isn’t something you do by yourself—it’s really a team effort. But it’s up to you to put together your team. And that means talking to the adults in your life who can help—from your parent, guardian or other family member to your teacher, coach, guidance counselor or religious leader.Get the conversation started!...

Middle Schoolers - Explore Your Interests
What do you love to do? Whether it’s playing sports or playing an instrument, your interests today say a lot about what career you might pursue. Click here to see how you can match the activities you like with the jobs you might like to do. Try these seven steps to start exploring your interests. Don't forget to talk about them with...

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