College Resource Roundup

8 hours ago

MYTH: I should apply for financial aid AFTER I apply to college(s).

FACT: Submit your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon as possible after Oct. 1 of your senior year.

In addition to determining your eligibility for federal funds, many colleges and states use the form when distributing grants, so don’t delay. In some instances, money is limited. If you file your application late, you run the risk of finding out that certain funds—such as work-study awards—are already gone. Be organized! Admission and financial aid deadlines can differ.

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Subject Area G: College-Preparatory Elective

1 day ago

Elective: A class you can choose to take that is not specifically required for graduation or to complete a college major or minor. College-preparatory elective is in addition to approved high school minimum diploma classes.Electives can earned through certain scores on SAT, Advanced Placement or International Baccalaureate exams. Honors-level elective courses are extras. #TermThursday ... See MoreSee Less

hs-articulation.ucop.edu

One year of college-preparatory coursework required, chosen from: courses approved specifically in the elective (G) subject area, or courses approved in the A-F subject areas beyond those used to sati...

2 days ago

QUESTION:What is the IRS Data Retrieval Tool (IRS DRT)?

ANSWER: This tool transfers your tax information into the FAFSA form. The IRS DRT provides tax data that automatically fills in information for part of the FAFSA form. You can use it if you’re eligible.

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Read your way to college – Future Sacramento

3 days ago

Summer break tip: READ.
One common thread with most exceptional and accomplished students - they have read many books and continue to read. Why is reading so important? #TipTuesday #ReadYourWayToCollege

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Tips for Preparing Your College Application

4 days ago

Preparing to apply to college? Organize your plans. Thoughtfully curate a balanced list of schools for a less stressful application process, not dozens of college applications. Build a list with a range of schools to ensure you have a mix of zealous goals, on "target" options, and some back-up safety alternatives. Recommendation: apply to a few schools from each category: (1) dream, (2) target& (3) safety. #MondayMustDo #MondayMotivation ... See MoreSee Less

bigfuture.collegeboard.org

Get tips on how to successfully complete your college application.

1 week ago

About one month left of summer break! Summer is a GREAT time to deepen and develop your interests, talents, and involvement. Make the most of your summer with these practical summer break tips.

Best summer break wishes from all of us here at Future Sacramento. #FunFriday ... See MoreSee Less

24 Pieces of College Advice for Students of Marginalized Identities From People Who Have Been There

1 week ago

"Just because you have questions or don’t get the lesson immediately doesn’t mean you don’t deserve the label of being 'smart' – asking questions and making mistakes is the path to knowledge that sticks."
~Sally Yue Jiang,University of Kansas ‘19

Students of marginalized identities give advice centering the students who have been forced to make the margins their home—advice provided by folks who have experience navigating college campuses in under-prioritized and underrepresented bodies. www.teenvogue.com/story/college-advice-students-marginalized-identities ... See MoreSee Less

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“You deserve to be here, though many don’t deserve what you have to bring to the table.”

24 Pieces of College Advice for Students of Marginalized Identities From People Who Have Been There

1 week ago

#WhichWayWed #FindYourWay
"For people coming from poverty: you are likely accruing debt of some kind—think about what will be worth repaying someday. ... it’s your future earnings, as much as you can control—decide how you spend it. ~Julia Gilmore Gaughan, University of Kansas '02, University of Kansas School of Law '08

Students of marginalized identities give advice centering the students who have been forced to make the margins their home—advice provided by folks who have experience navigating college campuses in under-prioritized and underrepresented bodies. www.teenvogue.com/story/college-advice-students-marginalized-identities ... See MoreSee Less

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“You deserve to be here, though many don’t deserve what you have to bring to the table.”

24 Pieces of College Advice for Students of Marginalized Identities From People Who Have Been There

1 week ago

#startofsomethinggood #TransformTues
"Your presence matters. Your voice is needed. There will be times that you will feel out of place (and you actually might be out of place) because attending an institution of higher education has never been done by anyone in your family. ...think of yourself as a pioneer" ~Omar A. Ramirez, UNC Charlotte ‘15, Columbia University ‘16 MSW

Students of marginalized identities give advice centering the students who have been forced to make the margins their home—advice provided by folks who have experience navigating college campuses in under-prioritized and underrepresented bodies. www.teenvogue.com/story/college-advice-students-marginalized-identities ... See MoreSee Less

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“You deserve to be here, though many don’t deserve what you have to bring to the table.”

24 Pieces of College Advice for Students of Marginalized Identities From People Who Have Been There

2 weeks ago

#motiviationMonday "Nearly every student, faculty member, and administrator in higher education has utilized a network of family and friends to make it in this world. [Ask for help. Build your networks]. Asking for internships, jobs, research opportunities, what classes to take, from people you respect and trust does not make you less-than or weak." ~Ted Lewis, University of Mary Washington ‘04, University of South Carolina ‘06

Students of marginalized identities give advice centering on the students who have been forced to make the margins their home—advice provided by folks who have experience navigating college campuses in under-prioritized and underrepresented bodies. www.teenvogue.com/story/college-advice-students-marginalized-identities ... See MoreSee Less

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“You deserve to be here, though many don’t deserve what you have to bring to the table.”

2 weeks ago

Believe in yourself. Life may be tough, but so are you. Never give up. #FightForItFriday #Nevergiveup ... See MoreSee Less

3 weeks ago

"Every accomplishment starts with the decision to TRY." #motiviationMonday ... See MoreSee Less

4 weeks ago

YOUR FUTURE IS READY FOR YOU TO DANCE ON THROUGH. #WhichWayWed #FindYourWay #firstgen #college #scholarships ... See MoreSee Less

1 month ago

Your journey to college (or any BIG goal you set for yourself!) can feel overwhelming sometimes. Be brave! Push your comfort zone. Understand risk and possible failure are part of the process. #WhichWayWed #FindYourWay #NeverGiveUp Success could be right around the next corner!

Thoughtfully curate a balanced list of schools for a less stressful application process, not dozens of colleges. Recommendation: apply to a few schools from each category: (1) dream, (2) target& (3) safety. A range of schools will ensure ambitious goals and some back-up options.

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