You can find resources and insights into managing your finances effectively. You can gain practical knowledge and skills that will enable you to navigate financial challenges and opportunities confidently as they transition into life after high school.
Purpose
We want you to have the tools to make informed decisions and take control of your financial futures. By offering guidance on topics such as paying for their plans after high school, budgeting wisely, handling job forms, understanding taxes, and planning for the long term, this topic strives to empower you to achieve financial security and success!
Federal Student Aid | FAFSA - This website provides information about financial aid options for higher education, including certificates, 2-year colleges, and 4-year colleges. Students can fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to access federal grants, loans, and work-study programs.
Minnesota Dream Act - If you are not eligible for FAFSA, you may be eligible for State Aid.
Click Here to Learn About Resources for Underdocumented Students
Apprenticeship.gov - If you are considering apprenticeships, this official U.S. Department of Labor website offers resources to explore registered apprenticeship programs. It includes information about earning while learning and potential financial assistance.
Military.com - Students interested in joining the military can find information on education benefits, including the GI Bill, tuition assistance, and scholarship opportunities. This site provides details on how military service can help finance higher education and other financial benefits.
American Gap Association - For students considering a gap year, this organization offers information about structured gap year programs and their associated costs. It also provides resources on financial planning and fundraising for gap year experiences.
Make sure you check out the Scholarship Tracker 2023-2024!
Visit U.S. Career Institute to learn about Budgeting Basics
Plan and practice a Monthly Budget
Minnesota State has a tool called Reality Check explores whether or not you can have your desired lifestyle based on your career of interest
Watch this video about How to Fill Out your New Hire Paperwork
Learn about Acceptable Documents for Form I-9
Visit the IRS webpage to learn from the business's perspective about new hire documents
Practice filling out taxes electronically using IRS Simulations
Note: Simulation 14 (a & b) might represent most closely a high school students current tax situation
Learn about Credit Scores
Learn about 401(k) Account
Read 10 Financial Tips from a Credit Union
Want to learn more? Visit Khan Academy for self-paced courses on Personal Finance and Capital Markets
