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You have options for college. But you need a plan.
 

Discover Your Future

Your dream starts here. Use these resources to explore your interests and options for college and career.
  • Your Options [PDF]
  • Discover Yourself [PDF]
  • Career Pathways
  • Career Research Worksheet [PDF]
  • Self Discovery Worksheet [PDF]

Apply for College

Make your plan a reality. Get the info you need to apply and get into the college of your choice.
  • ACT Testing Dates & Registration Deadlines
  • SAT Testing Dates & Registration Deadlines
  • Which Test is Best for Me?
  • Admissions Overview
  • Making College Happen

Plan Now

It’s never too early (or too late) to make a plan for college. Get started with these resources.
  • Getting Job Skills Now
  • Successful Planning Tips
  • Four Steps to Graduation
  • Set SMART Goals [PDF]
  • Scholars Project Activities [PDF]

Pay for College

You can pay for college. Learn how with these tools and resources.
  • FAFSA Priority Funding Deadlines
  • Finance Your Future
  • Online FAFSA Form
  • Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
  • Financial Aid Comparison Worksheet [PDF]

 
In the Future
By 2014, 77 % of new jobs in Washington state that pay enough for an individual to support a small family will be held by people who’ve continued their education.

Middle School Student

  • Apply for College
  • Discover Your Future
  • Pay for College
  • Plan Now

High School Student

  • Apply for College
  • Discover Your Future
  • Pay for College
  • Plan Now

Parent

  • Applying for College
  • Financial Planning
  • Pay for College
  • Planning for College

Educator

  • Career Focus
  • College Fun
  • Issues in the Field