I will add to this as I find helpful pages. Links for FAFSA, College Scholarships, Job Search pages, Paid Apprenticeships, Technical Schools, Military options information, and more to explore.
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FAFSA & Financial Aid
FAFSA Website: StudentAid.gov/fafsa
Types of Aid: StudentAid.gov/types
Parent Info: Filling Out FAFSA – Parent Guide
Missouri Families Helpful Website for preparing for College: Journey to College
Important Dates:
FAFSA opens: October 1
Missouri priority deadline: February 1 (some schools earlier)
Federal deadline: June 30 (varies by state where school is located)
College commitment deadline: Commonly May 1 (check acceptance letters)
Tips:
Apply for your FSA ID before your senior year FAFSA.
Both the student and the parent need FSA IDs.
Parents must have last year’s taxes filed.
Check admission requirements and application fees.
Know deadlines for applications & financial aid.
Request transcripts from your high school counseling center.
Ask for recommendation letters early.
Visit campuses and compare financial aid offers.
Submit deposits and confirm enrollment by deadlines.
Nearby 2-Year Colleges:
Ozarks Technical Community College
State Technical College of Missouri
Technical/Certification Programs:
Welding-Specific Information:
Missouri Welding Institute Resources American Welding Academy
Iron Eagle Welding Academy Apex Welding Program
AWS District Scholarships Arkansas Elite Welding Academy
Career & Job Resources
Professional Online Profiles:
LinkedIn Indeed Simply Hired Monster Glassdoor
Construction Careers:
Kickstart at Crossland and Careers at Crossland
Union Trades:
UA Local 178 – Apprenticeship Programs
Military Pathways