Prepare for college

Preparing for Your Education (US Department of Education)  
http://studentaid.ed.gov/PORTALSWebApp/students/english/preparing.jsp
Education beyond high school can give you choices that may not otherwise be possible, open doors to better paying positions, and give you the opportunity to do the things you enjoy most. Find out what you need to do to prepare!
Visits: 25903

TEACH Grant Program  
http://studentaid.ed.gov/PORTALSWebApp/students/english/TEACH.jsp
The TEACH Grant Program provides grants of up to four thousand dollars per year to students who intend to teach in a public or private elementary or secondary school that serves students from low-income families.
Visits: 24179

College.gov  
http://www.college.gov/wps/portal
College.gov is intended to be the go-to source for information and resources about planning, preparing and paying for education beyond high school. It's intended to provide insiration, hope, and encouragement for all students to continue their education.
Visits: 15736

Interactive Budget Calculator (US Dept of Education)  
http://www.ed.gov/offices/OSFAP/DirectLoan/BudgetCalc/budget.html
This valuable budgeting tool from the Department of Education lets you enter estimated income and expenses and determine your financial need for the school year. Borrow only what you need!
Visits: 12577

Gear Up Program (US Dept of Education)  
http://www.ed.gov/programs/gearup/index.html
The Gear Up program is dedicated to increasing the number of low-income students who are prepared to enter and succeed in college. Learn about the program here, then talk to a counselor at your school to apply.
Visits: 9873

Federal Aid First  
http://federalstudentaid.ed.gov/federalaidfirst/index.html
Thinking about attending college? Will you need a loan? If so, think Federal Aid First! Federal loans usually offer borrowers lower interest rates and have more flexible repayment options than loans from banks or other private sources.
Visits: 9113

MyMilitaryEducation.org   EXIT disclaimer
http://www.mymilitaryeducation.org/
Created by MN Dept. of VA and MN Online to serve the unique higher ed needs of veterans, military members and their families. Information about education benefits, state schools and related issues from a team of experienced advisors and counselors.
Visits: 5331

Savings Bonds for Education (US Dept of the Treasury)  
http://www.treasurydirect.gov/indiv/planning/plan_education.htm
Learn about the Education Tax Exclusion, which allows US savings bond interest to be excluded from Federal income tax the year that the bonds are redeemed to pay qualified higher education expenses. Great information and links!
Visits: 4044

America's Literacy Directory - Programs for Adults  
http://www.literacydirectory.org
Is higher education in your future? America's Literacy Directory can help with GED prep or English as a second language programs, even math help. Search for programs near you. Sponsored by the Natl Institute for Literacy.
Visits: 3669

Office of Postsecondary Education (US Dept of Education)  
http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ope/opeprogramguide.html
The Office of Postsecondary Education (OPE) administers and supports projects that broaden access to higher education, including the TRIO programs. Learn more about how OPE works with your school to help further your college education.
Visits: 3359

College Planning Guide - Building Toward a Better Future (US Dept of Energy)  
http://www.science.doe.gov/News_Information/Program_Office_Publications/CollegePlanGuide_WEB1.pdf
The College Planning Guide provides useful information and tips on preparing for college and becoming a successful applicant for college admission. To get printed copies, in English or Spanish, write to collegeinfo@science.doe.gov.
Visits: 3342

Federal TRIO Programs (US Dept of Education)  
http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ope/trio/index.html
The Federal TRIO Programs are six educational opportunity outreach programs designed to motivate and support low income, disabled, and first- generation college students, and help them progress from middle school through grad school.
Visits: 3281

Publications and Products (US Dept of Education)  
http://www.ed.gov/about/pubs/intro/index.html
The U.S. Department of Education publishes a wealth of information for teachers, administrators, policymakers, researchers, parents, students, and others with a stake in education. You will find many of these publications on this WWW Server.
Visits: 3150

Office of Migrant Education (US Dept of Education)  
http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/oese/ome/programs.html
The Office of Migrant Education at the U.S. Department of Education has programs and resources available to help further the education of migrant and seasonal workers and their college- bound children.
Visits: 2952

Kids.gov  
http://kids.gov
The official kids' portal for the U.S. government. Kids.gov links to more than 1,200 kid-friendly Web sites that covers information for kids in Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, and Educators.
Visits: 1973

Prepararse (Departamento de Educacion de los Estados Unidos )  
http://studentaid.ed.gov/PORTALSWebApp/students/spanish/preparing.jsp
Si usted sigue con sus estudios despuis de la escuela secundaria, puede disponer de opciones que de otra manera serman imposibles, asm como conseguir puestos mejor remunerados y tener la oportunidad de hacer las cosas que mas le gusten.
Visits: 1120

SDCollegePrep (South Dakota Board of Regents)  
http://www.sdbor.edu/sdcollegeprep
SDCollegePrep is dedicated to helping South Dakota's 7th-12th graders and their families prepare academically, personally, and financially for the opportunity to attend college and succeed.
Visits: 848

Finaid.org - Calculators   EXIT disclaimer
http://www.finaid.org/calculators
FinAid's custom calculators can help you figure out how much school will cost, how much you need to save and how much aid you'll need. Check out the Cost Projector, Savings Planner, Financial Aid Estimator, and Loan Payment Calculator.
Visits: 10341

Mapping Your Future   EXIT disclaimer
http://www.mappingyourfuture.biz/planyourcareer/
Sponsored by a group of federal student loan guaranty agencies, Mapping-Your-Future provides students and parents with information on planning a career, selecting a school, and paying for college.
Visits: 6607

The Posse Foundation   EXIT disclaimer
http://www.possefoundation.org/about-posse/
The Posse Foundation identifies, recruits and selects student leaders from public high schools to form multicultural teams called "Posses", which go through an intensive college prep program and receive 4-year scholarships. Learn more here!
Visits: 5605