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    Washington is hosting the second annual Northwest regional GEAR UP conference in October 2008. 
 
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You can go to college. But you need to plan now.
 

Discover Your Future

The process starts now. Use these resources to explore your interests and options for the future.
  • Middle School Guide [PDF]
  • Getting Started - Middle School
  • Career Pathways
  • Career Research Worksheet [PDF]
  • Self Discovery Worksheet [PDF]

Apply for College

Learn how to make your plan a reality. These resources will help you prepare for and get into the college of your choice.
  • Middle School Guide [PDF]
  • Making College Happen
  • Comparing Colleges Worksheet [PDF]
  • Special Circumstances [PDF]
  • Student Athletes [PDF]

Plan Now

It’s never too early to start planning for college. Get started with these resources.
  • Create a School Course Plan [PDF]
  • Setting Goals - Checklist (Grades 6, 7, 8) [PDF]
  • Middle School Guide [PDF]
  • Getting Job Skills Now
  • Successful Planning Tips

Pay for College

You can pay for college. Learn how with these tools and resources.
  • You can go to college with College Bound!
  • FAFSA Priority Funding Deadlines
  • Middle School Guide [PDF]
  • Online FAFSA Form
  • 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 with College Bound!
  • Planning for College

Educator

  • Career Focus
  • College Fun
  • Issues in the Field