College Planning Resources for Families

Planning for college is a family affair and it's never too early to start planning! Use the resources below to find out how you can help your child prepare for college, explore majors and careers, and pay for college.

parent-toolkit-college-plannning-overview.pdf

College Planning Webinars for Parents & Guardians

College Board offers free college planning webinars for parents to help you understand how your child can prepare for college, apply to college, apply for scholarships, and more.

Supporting Your Student Through the College Planning Process

Family-Guide-to-Making-College-A-Reality-College-Board.pdf

Making College a Reality

Family Planning 10.pdf

Tips on Finding the Right College

Parent Role in Admissions.pdf

Parent's Role in the Admissions Process

College Planning Resources for Families

College Planning Resources for Families

Saving for College

Missouri MOST 529 College Savings Plan

MOST - Missouri’s 529 College Savings Plan, offers a convenient, flexible, and tax-advantaged way to save for a college education. This state-sponsored plan features significant federal and state tax benefits, including a state income tax deduction of up to $8,000 per year ($16,000 if married, filing jointly) for Missouri taxpayers.