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GEAR UP Resources for College Planning

College. It’s about having a plan and making it happen.

These resources are available to help students, parents and educators get the information they need to plan for and make college a reality.

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Students.gov

An official U.S. government website designed for college students and their families. 
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  • Apply for College
  • High School
  • Link
  • Middle School
  • Parent
  • Pay for College

Mapping Your Future

A public-service organization of the financial aid industry with information on financial strategies, career options and college planning. 
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  • High School
  • Link
  • Middle School
  • Parent
  • Pay for College

Making College Count

A division of Monster Campus, this valuable tool is for students transitioning into high school, into college and into their career. 
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  • Apply for College
  • Discover Your Future
  • Educator
  • High School
  • Link
  • Middle School
  • Parent

Careers and Colleges

Easy to use and informative search for researching colleges and scholarships. 
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  • Apply for College
  • Educator
  • High School
  • Link
  • Middle School
  • Pay for College

College Plan

Provides students, families and education professionals with information on college selection, admission, financial aid and scholarships. 
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  • Apply for College
  • Educator
  • High School
  • Link
  • Middle School
  • Parent
  • Pay for College

College Net

Question and answer forums with the potential to win scholarships for college. 
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  • High School
  • Link
  • Pay for College

College is Possible

The American Council on Education's K-16 youth development program that motivates middle and high school students from underserved communities to seek college education. 
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  • Apply for College
  • Discover Your Future
  • High School
  • Link
  • Parent
  • Pay for College

ACT

Information on the ACT test, registration, research, policy issues, and more. 
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  • Apply for College
  • Educator
  • High School
  • Link
  • Middle School
  • Parent

Federal Resources for Education Excellence

An index of teaching and learning resources from federal agencies. 
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  • Discover Your Future
  • Educator
  • High School
  • Link
  • Middle School
  • Plan Now

Dr. Math Homework Help

Browse a variety of questions and formulas to help you with your math homework. 
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  • Educator
  • High School
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  • Middle School
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What you can expect to make without higher education.
In 2005, the median income of a high school graduate or GED recipient was $24,435. That’s $16,699 less than they would have earned with a bachelor’s degree.

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