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What can 9-12th graders do each year to prepare for college? Here are one-page checklists for each grade level.

Watch this 3-minute video about why education after high school is important.

This 8-minute video explains the different types of colleges you can attend and what each offers.

This is a great resource for 12th graders to use during the college application process - stay on track!

A comprehensive online guide to Minnesota colleges. MyHigherEd has many other great resources also!

A comprehensive guide to Minnesota colleges, including 2-year and 4-year degree programs.

Attending a National College Fair is a great way to explore colleges across the country.

A guide to researching colleges and making your college list. Use with the Make your List Template.

A comprehensive online workbook for your college and scholarship search (google sheets). Access Spanish version.

This 4-minute video helps you understand how to find the college that best fits you.

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities - Find out how to visit any of Minnesota State's 33 campuses, explore majors and the application process. Connect with someone at the Call Center who is ready to answer questions about any Minnesota State campus. Skype, live chat, send an email or give them a call to get answers.
University of Minnesota System - Find out more about all five campuses, including the at-a-glance comparison grid.
Minnesota Private Colleges - Get information on application deadlines, admissions requirements, and campus visits.

Watch this informative session recording for a great overview of the financial aid process. Access resources and links from the presentation.

This guide provides helpful tips and sample prompts for college and scholarship application essays.

A guide to writing an activities résumé for your college applications.

This list shows the many opportunities to apply to Minnesota institutions for free all year.