College Planning
It’s senior year and there is much to be done. Find out what you should be doing when this year!
Need a college application? Find the college you are looking for from this list and fill out an application online. New resource available with college info based on new COVID regulations (test-optional, virtual/in-person learning, etc.).
Need to send a transcript to a college? Visit the Parchment website, set up a profile, and select the college you need your information sent to.
Parchment Walkthrough Video – Click here to see a full demonstration of how to use Parchment.
Find the latest scholarships offered through the McBain High School Counseling Office.
Find out everything you need to know about starting and completing your FAFSA for college.
Big Future is a website in partnership with College Board that allows you to explore careers, colleges, majors, and financial aspects of your future. Simply use your College Board login and begin exploring!
This article highlights all the colleges in Michigan that will offer free tuition to students and what the qualifications are.
This is a guide for 9th-12th graders to use to plan for their financial futures.
A complete guide for how to navigate the next steps of college and financial planning for the future. This is a fantastic resource from the State of Michigan for families of 9th-12th grade students.
Review specific college data to make more informed choices for your future. Information is from the US Department of Education.
Link to the Michigan Student Aid website. Here you can find information on student aid programs through the state of Michigan along with scholarship opportunities sorted by county.
Look here to see how your college credits will transfer to colleges in Michigan.
This excellent one page guide gives examples and tips on how to pay for college and plan ahead for college costs.
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