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Realize your potential.
Student
Resource Manual
201718
Missouri Department of Higher Education // P.O. Box 1469, Jefferson City, MO 65102-1469
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studentaid.gov. 2017 Missouri Department of Higher Education
Dear Senior,
We want to congratulate you as you prepare for life after high school. We encourage you to
use the tips, checklists and worksheets provided in this resource manual to help you with
the three steps that will put you on the path toward earning a college degree or certificate
apply, fund and decide.
Apply Missouri
The best time to apply for college is the fall of your senior year. Think about the kind of degree
you want to earn and the type of school you need to attend. It can be a good idea to apply to
more than one college before you make a final decision.
Many high schools host Apply Missouri events in September and October. Take advantage
of Apply Missouri, if offered at your school, to submit applications to the colleges you are
interested in attending. Each college has its own admission and scholarship deadlines, so be
sure to research those dates and mark them on your calendar.
FAFSA Frenzy
Knowing how you will pay for college is just as important as knowing where you will attend.
College costs can vary depending on the school you attend and the type of degree you are
seeking. Applying for various scholarships and maintaining a part-time job can help with
college costs. In addition, many students receive financial aid to help fund their education.
Be sure to fill out the FAFSA the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. The FAFSA is
required for most federal, state and college financial aid, including grants, scholarships, work-
study and student loans.
Get help completing the FAFSA at a FAFSA Frenzy event near you. Events are held at high
schools, colleges and other locations in Missouri October through January.
Decision Day
There is no magic formula for choosing the right college. Knowing yourself your abilities,
interests and goals can help you decide on a college that is the best fit for you. Once you
have been admitted, you are ready to enroll in classes, finalize funding, and arrange for
housing and transportation. Be sure to meet all deadlines set by your college so you are ready
to go when the term or program begins.
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Journey to College Student Resource Manual
Many high schools throughout Missouri host Decision Day events on or near May 1 to
celebrate seniors postsecondary plans. Celebrate your decision on social media by
sharing your decision using the hashtag #MoDecisionDay.
If you have not applied to college by the end of your senior year, it is not too late.
Talk with your high school counselor about opportunities that are still available.
We wish you the best on your postsecondary journey!
Sincerely,
Julie Meyer Lisa Wilson Penny Thomas Kim Howe

Director of Student Access Outreach Services Outreach Program Client Representative
and Success Programs Coordinator Specialist
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Table of contents
Apply Missouri
What is college? ...............................................................................................................................6
Senior checklist: Before Apply Missouri.........................................................................................7
College fit worksheet.................................................................................................................. 89
Student admissions application worksheet................................................................................. 10
Missouris two- and four-year public postsecondary schools..................................................... 11
Missouris two- and four-year private postsecondary schools....................................................12
Utilizing Missouri Connections............................................................................................... 1314
FAQs on admissions......................................................................................................................15
Writing tips: creating a successful personal statement or essay............................................1617
Military education benefits........................................................................................................... 18
I applied! Whats next? ................................................................................................................. 19
FAFSA Frenzy
What is the FAFSA and why should you file?................................................................................. 21
FAFSA timeline...............................................................................................................................22
201819 FAFSA checklist......................................................................................................... 2324
Q&A: Who is my parent when I fill out the FAFSA?.............................................................. 2526
Tips and best practices on setting up your FSA ID................................................................. 2730
Six steps to transfer your IRS data into your FAFSA..................................................................... 31
College cost comparison worksheet...................................................................................... 3233
Decision Day
Its not too late to plan for college................................................................................................35
Summer checklist.......................................................................................................................... 36
Graduate on time with 15 to Finish............................................................................................... 37
Succeed in school..........................................................................................................................38
Student life, transfer 101, and additional resources.................................................................... 39
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Student
Resource Manual
Apply Missouri
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What is college?
Its important to consider your long-term future when deciding what to do after high school.
When it comes to college, a number of options are available. The type of educational program
and school you choose will determine the types of jobs for which you will be qualified.
Continuing your education beyond high school is more important today than ever before. By
2020, an estimated 66 percent of jobs in Missouri will require some form of higher education.
Right now, about 51 percent of Missourians have a college degree or professional certificate.
This means in order to meet our future workforce needs, more people need to earn a
certificate or two- or four-year degree. So when determining the best fit for you beyond high
school, its important to do your research, consider your interests and know your options.
Certificate an associate degree before eventually

Vocational technical schools and career transferring to a four-year college or
schools offer certificate or licensing university to earn a bachelors degree.
programs that often can be completed Examples include: Medical administrative
in a matter of months. These programs staff, carpentry and building construction
usually focus on a specialized skill or trade technology, automotive maintenance
and allow graduates to become qualified technology and court reporting.
for a job in that specialized area. Some
community colleges also offer shortened Bachelors Degree (and beyond)
programs that result in a certificate rather Bachelors degrees are awarded to students
than an associate degree. Examples include: who complete a four-year course of study at
cosmetology, dental assisting, broadcast a college or university. The classes a student
promotions and therapeutic massage. takes during this period focus on a students
chosen career field, as well as general
Associate Degree education subject areas. A bachelors
Students who complete a two-year course degree is required for many jobs, and for
of study will receive an associate degree. continuing education towards a masters
Community colleges and some technical and doctorate degrees. Examples include:
schools provide this type of education. nursing, biochemistry, communications,
Some technical fields and careers require an education, animal science and psychology.
associate degree, as do some professional
and business careers. Many students earn
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Senior checklist:
Before Apply Missouri
Research careers Gather all of your documents.
that interest you. Make a list of your achievements, awards,
Look at future job demand. and clubs and organizations youve been
involved with.
Research income potential.
Have your top ACT and SAT score on hand,
Find out how much education beyond
and be sure to look at your top school
high school is required for each career you
choices to see if your score will qualify you
may be interested in.
for any institutional scholarships.
Job shadow someone in your community
Look through the list of Missouris colleges
with that type of job.
and universities and make a list of your
top 5-10 schools to start comparing your
options.
Research colleges and majors.
If you will qualify for the A+ Scholarship,
Once youve established possible careers, make sure you compare qualifying two-
find out which schools offer specific year colleges and career schools in your
majors that can help you achieve your research.
career goals.
Think about all aspects of college life and
decide what your top priorities will be
when deciding on the right school for you.
Consider how much you can afford, where
you want to live, what organizations or
clubs you may want to be a part of, if you
will take your car to school with you, if you
anticipate needing tutoring services, etc.
Go on college visits or take virtual tours
of the colleges to help you make a more
informed decision.
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College fit
There are several factors to keep in mind when choosing the right college fit for you.
Use this chart to compare those factors before making a final decision.
School 1: School 2: School 3:

_______________ _______________ _______________
School website
School type
Student body size
School setting
In state/out of state
Distance from home
Degree types offered
Majors Im
1. 1. 1.
interested in
2. 2. 2.
3. 3. 3.
Admissions Name/Phone/Email: Name/Phone/Email: Name/Phone/Email:

contact
ACT/SAT: ACT/SAT: ACT/SAT:

Admission requirements
GPA: GPA: GPA:
Not Not Not
Available Available Available
On campus housing available available available
q q q q q q
Deposit amount
Deposit due date
Hours during holidays
Questions to ask
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College fit continued
School 1: School 2: School 3:
_______________ _______________ _______________
Paying for College
Free Application for
School code: School code: School code:
Federal Student Aid
School deadline: School deadline: School deadline:
(FAFSA)
Estimated cost
of attendance
Available scholarships Name: Name: Name:
(institutional
and private) Deadline: Deadline: Deadline:
Name: Name: Name:
Deadline: Deadline: Deadline:

Name: Name: Name:
Deadline: Deadline: Deadline:

Available financial aid
(grants, work study,
loans)
Emergency funds q Yes q Yes q Yes

available q No q No q No
Services for students
Not Not Not
Available Available Available
available available available
Career center q q q q q q
Computer labs q q q q q q
Free tutoring q q q q q q
Math center q q q q q q
On-campus health
center q q q q q q
Summer orientation q q q q q q
Writing center q q q q q q
Other ______________ q q q q q q
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Student admissions application
Full legal name: Social Security number:
Citizenship status: (If not a citizen, record USCIS number)

State residency information: Residency is determined by the Missouri public
institution to which the student is applying.
Student residency requirements are covered
in Missouris code of State Regulations at
http://www.sos.mo.gov/adrules/csr/current/6csr/6csr.asp
Resident status factors may include:
Residing in the state for more than 12 months with
the intent to make Missouri a permanent home
Military service
Automobile registration
Income or property taxes
Etc.
ACT test information SAT test information
Date of exam: Date of exam:
Scores: Scores:
GPA: Class rank:
Method of handling admission fees:
q Fee waivers requested and approved?
q Credit card: Exp date: CVV:
q Applying to schools that do not charge admissions application fees
Application essay:
q Essay complete? q Does it promote you? q Is it well written?
Extracurricular activities: Work experience:
Reference 1: Reference 2:
teacher, coach, counselor, employer, etc. teacher, coach, counselor, employer, etc.
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Missouris two- and four-year public postsecondary schools*
Public institution School code Application fee Address Phone number City
Applied Technology Services 030686 $0 12721 W. Watson Road 314-989-7456 Sunset Hills
Cape Girardeau Career & Technology Center 005532 Varies by program 1080 S. Silver Springs Road 573-334-0826 X 6510 or X 6515 Cape Girardeau
Carthage R-9 School DistrictCarthage Technical Center 041522 $35 609 River St. 417-359-7095 Carthage
Cass Career Center 016354 $5 1600 E. Elm St. 816-380-3253 Harrisonville
Clinton Technical School 024975 $0 602 S. 5th St. 660-885-6101 Clinton
Columbia Area Career Center 022892 Varies by program 4203 S. Providence Road 573-214-3803 Columbia
Crowder College 002459 $25 601 Laclede 417-451-3223 Neosho
Dallas County Technical Center 030728 $0 33 Vo-Tech Road 417-752-3491 Louisburg
East Central College 008862 $0 1964 Prairie Dell Road 636-584-6588 Union
Four Rivers Career Center 020561 Varies by program 1978 Image Drive 636-231-2100 X 2923 Washington
Franklin Technology CenterMSSU 013568 $50 3950 E. Newman Road 417-659-4400 Joplin
Grand River Technical School 005531 Varies by program 1200 Fair St. 660-646-3414 Chillicothe
Herndon Career Center 031743 $50 11501 E. 350 Hwy. 816-268-7140 Raytown
Hillyard Technical Center 015801 $35 3434 Faraon St. 816-671-4170 St. Joseph
Two Jefferson College

Kirksville Area Technical Center
002468
014698
$0
$40
1000 Viking Drive
1103 S. Cottage Grove
636-797-3000
660-665-2865
Hillsboro
Kirksville
years Lake Career and Technical Center 015986 $20 269 Dare Blvd. 573-346-9260 Camdenton
or
Lex La-Ray Technical Center 014971 Varies by program 2323 High School Drive 660-259-2688 X 2002 Lexington
Metropolitan Community CollegeKansas City 002484 $0 3200 Broadway 816-604-1000 Kansas City
less Mineral Area College

Missouri State UniversityWest Plains
002486
031060
$15
$15
P.O. Box 1000
128 Garfield
573-518-2133
417-255-7955
Park Hills
West Plains
Moberly Area Community College 002491 $0 101 College Ave. 660-263-4100 Moberly
Nevada Regional Technical Center 014134 $65 2015 N. West St. 417-448-2016 Nevada
North Central Missouri College 002514 $20 1301 Main St. 660-359-3948 Trenton
Northland Career Center 015451 $150 1801 Branch St. 816-858-5505 Platte City
Northwest Technical School 015450 $200 1515 S. Munn 660-562-3022 Maryville
Ozarks Technical Community College 030830 $0 1001 E. Chestnut Expressway 417-477-7500 Springfield
Pike-Lincoln Technical Center 013785 Varies by program 342 VoTech Road 573-485-2900 Eolia
Poplar Bluff Technical Career Center 013683 $25 3203 Oak Grove Road 573-785-2248 Poplar Bluff
Rolla Technical Institute 005429 $50 1304 E. 10 th St. 573-458-0150 Rolla
Saint Louis Community College 002469 $0 300 S. Broadway 314-539-5000 St. Louis
Saline County Career Center 015639 $25 900 W. Vest 660-886-6958 Marshall
Sikeston Career and Technology Center 013243 $75 200 Pine St. 573-471-5442 Sikeston
South Central Career Center 005424 Varies by program 407 W. Thornburgh 417-256-6152 West Plains
St. Charles Community College 017027 Varies by program 4601 Mid Rivers Mall Drive 636-922-8270 Cottleville
State Fair Community College 007628 $0 3201 W. 16th St. 660-530-5833 Sedalia
State Technical College of Missouri 004711 $0 One Technology Drive 573-897-5026 Linn
Three Rivers Community College 004713 $0 2080 Three Rivers Blvd. 573-840-8606 Poplar Bluff
Warrensburg Area Career Center 014434 Varies by program 205 S. Ridge View Drive 660-747-2283 Warrensburg
Waynesville Career Center 014833 $100 400 G.W. Lane 573-842-2500 Waynesville
Harris-Stowe State University 002466 $20 3026 Laclede Ave. 314-340-3300 St. Louis
Lincoln University 002479 $0 820 Chestnut St. 573-681-5000 Jefferson City
Missouri Southern State University 002488 $25 3950 E. Newman Road 866-818-6778 Joplin
Missouri State UniversitySpringfield 002503 $35 901 S. National 417-836-5517 Springfield
Missouri University of Science and Technology 002517 $0 1201 N. State St. 573-341-4111 Rolla
Four Missouri Western State University

Northwest Missouri State University
002490
002496
$0
$0
4525 Downs Drive
800 University Ave.
816-271-4200
660-562-1212
St. Joseph
Maryville
years Southeast Missouri State University

Truman Medical Center School of Nurse Anesthesia
002501
005445
$30
$100
One University Plaza
2301 Holmes St.
573-651-2590
816-404-1100
Cape Girardeau
Kansas City
Truman State University 002495 $0 100 E. Normal 660-785-4114 Kirksville
University of Central Missouri 002454 $30 1400 Ward Edwards Bldg. 660-543-4290 Warrensburg
University of MissouriColumbia 002516 $65 11 Jesse Hall 573-882-7786 Columbia
University of MissouriKansas City 002518 $35 5100 Rockhill Road 816-235-1111 Kansas City
University of MissouriSt. Louis 002519 $35 One University Blvd. 314-516-5451 St. Louis
*As of January 20, 2017 // Visit pr.mo.gov for a list of Missouri cosmetology schools. Visit dese.mo.gov for information about Missouri career schools.
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Missouris two- and four-year private postsecondary schools*
Private institution School code Application fee Address Phone number City
Southeast Missouri Hospital College of Nursing and 030709 $100 2001 William St. 573-334-6825 Cape Girardeau
Two Health Sciences
years Texas County Technical Institute 035793 $50 6915 S. Highway 63 417-967-5466 Houston
or less Victory Trade School 041303 $0 1715 N. Boonville Ave. 417-864-2222 Springfield
Wentworth Military Academy and Junior College 002522 $0 1880 Washington Ave. 800-962-7682 Lexington
A.T. Still University of Health Sciences G02477 Varies by program 800 W. Jefferson 660-626-2121 Kirksville
Aquinas Institute of Theology G01632 $50 23 S. Spring Ave. 314-256-8800 St. Louis
Assemblies of God Theological Seminary G12120 $75 1435 N. Glenstone Ave. 417-268-1000 Springfield
Avila University 002449 $0 11901 Wornall Road 816-501-2400 Kansas City
Baptist Bible College 013208 $0 628 E. Kearney 417-268-6000 Springfield
Barnes Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing 006389 $50 4483 Duncan Ave. 314-454-7055 St. Louis
Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary 002450 $0 15800 Calvary Road 816-322-0110 Kansas City
Central Christian College of the Bible 014619 $50 911 E. Urbandale Drive 660-263-3900 Moberly
Central Methodist University 002453 $0 411 Central Methodist Square 660-248-6374 Fayette
Four City Vision College 041191 $0 3101 Troost Ave., Suite 200 816-960-2008 Kansas City
years
College of the Ozarks 002500 $0 1 Industrial Place 417-690-2636 Point Lookout
Columbia College 002456 $35 1001 Rogers St. 573-875-8700 Columbia
Conception Seminary College 002467 $0 37174 State Hwy. VV 660-944-3105 Conception
Concordia Seminary G02457 $50 801 Seminary Place 314-505-7000 St. Louis
Cottey College 002458 $25-$35 1000 W. Austin 417-667-8181 Nevada
Covenant Theological Seminary G04707 $50 12330 Conway Rd. 314-434-4044 St. Louis
Cox College 013877 $50 1423 N. Jefferson 417-269-3401 Springfield
Culver-Stockton College 002460 $0 One College Hill 573-288-6000 Canton
Drury University 002461 $0 900 N. Benton 417-873-7879 Springfield
Eden Theological Seminary G02462 $40 475 E. Lockwood Ave. 314-862-3456 St. Louis
Evangel University 002463 $25 1111 N. Glenstone 417-865-2815 Springfield
Fontbonne University 002464 $0 6800 Wydown Blvd. 314-899-1400 St. Louis
Graceland University 186601 $0 1401 W. Truman Rd. 800-833-0524 Independence
Hannibal-Lagrange University 009089 $25 2800 Palmyra Rd. 573-629-3264 Hannibal
Kansas City Art Institute 002473 $45 4415 Warwick Blvd. 816-802-3560 Kansas City
Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences G02474 Varies by program 1750 Independence Blvd. 816-654-7000 Kansas City
Kenrick Glennon Seminary 002476 $0 5200 Glennon Drive 314-792-6100 St. Louis
Lester E. Cox Medical Center N/A $0 3801 S. National Ave. 417-269-3000 Springfield
School of Medical Technology
Lindenwood University 002480 $30 209 S. Kingshighway 636-949-4949 St. Charles

Logan University 004703 Varies by program 1851 Schoettler Rd. 636-227-2100 Chesterfield
Maryville University of St. Louis 002482 $0 650 Maryville University Drive 314-529-9300 St. Louis
Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary 002485 $25 5001 N. Oak St. 816-414-3700 Kansas City
Missouri Baptist University 007540 $0 (if applying online) One College Park Drive 314-434-1115 St. Louis
Missouri Valley College 002489 $15 500 E. College 660-831-4100 Marshall
Nazarene Theological Seminary G02494 Varies by program 1700 E. Meyer Blvd. 816-268-5400 Kansas City
Ozark Christian College 015569 $30 11111 N. Main 417-626-1234 Joplin
Park University 002498 $35 8700 NW River Park Drive 816-741-2000 Parkville
Ranken Technical College 012500 $95 4431 Finney 314-286-4809 St. Louis
Rockhurst University 002499 $0 (if applying online) 1100 Rockhurst Road 816-501-4000 Kansas City
Saint Louis Christian College 012580 $30 1360 Grandview Drive 314-837-6777 Florissant
Saint Louis University 002506 $0 1 No. Grand Blvd. 314-977-2500 St. Louis
Saint Lukes College of Health Sciences 009782 $35 624 Westport Rd. 816-936-8700 Kansas City
Southwest Baptist University 002502 $0 1600 University Ave. 417-328-5281 Bolivar
St. Louis College of Pharmacy 002504 $55 4588 Parkview Place 314-367-8700 St. Louis
Stephens College 002512 $50 1200 E. Broadway 573-876-7207 Columbia
Urshan Graduate School of Theology G41461 $25 704 Howdershell Road 314-921-9290 Florissant
Washington University in St. Louis 002520 $75 1 Brookings Drive 314-935-6000 St. Louis
Webster University 002521 $35 470 E. Lockwood Ave. 314-246-7800 St. Louis
Westminster College 002523 $0 501 Westminster Ave. 573-592-5000 Fulton
William Jewell College 002524 $0 500 College Hill 816-781-7700 Liberty
William Woods University 002525 $0 One University Ave. 573-642-2251 Fulton
*As of January 20, 2017
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Utilizing Missouri Connections
What can Missouri Connections do for me?
Determining your future is a life-long journey that requires
many decisions along the way. Multiple opportunities await,
so prepare yourself for any option. The decisions are yours!
Use Missouri Connections to help you answer these questions:

Who am I? Where am I headed? How do I get there?
Better understand Make the connection Investigate education and
yourself. between school, learning, career options so you can
Explore your interests. and your future in the create a career plan that
workforce. is right for you.
Discover your talents.
Get a reality check. Find Explore training and
Learn about high demand
out which occupations education opportunities;
jobs in careers that
will support your desired find options to finance
interest you.
lifestyle. your future education.
Identify programs
Understand employment Develop a plan.
of study that interest
skills.
you and schools that
offer them.
What are my next steps?
Step 1
Request a Missouri Connections login.
Check with your school counselor and see if your school has a Missouri Connections site.
Ask for a Missouri Connections username and password so you can create a portfolio to
save information.
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Utilizing Missouri Connections continued
Step 2
Create a portfolio.
Youll have quick access to your assessment results, college and scholarship lists
and all of the other career information youve found.
It will stay with you through high school, postsecondary education and into the workforce.
You can draft a career plan and update it year after year.
Calendars of future coursework, school applications and other career activities
will help you progress toward your goals.
Youll be able to access the information youll need to put on a resume and
use CISs (Career Information System) quick and customizable resume writer.
Step 3
Develop a career plan.
Exploring all the options that interest you will lead you to the career plan that works for you.
We all need good information to make good decisions. Your career plan is your personal
plan of action and a record of your successes.
Plan and record all of your middle/junior high school and high school classes, activities and
work experience so you are ready for the future you seek after high school and beyond.
Create an action plan to achieve the education and skills needed to reach your personal and
career goals.
Update your personalized path to the future of your choice.
Missouri Connections Components

Assessments // Occupations // Education // Employment // Paying for School // Military
For site access and user support, contact:

Jackie Coleman // jcoleman@motrainer.com // 573-634-0043
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FAQs on
admissions
What is my entrance status? Does every school
Even if you have earned college credit from require an essay?
dual enrollment or AP classes, if you are a No. Some schools require just an
part of the graduating class of 2018, then application, some ask for a short personal
you are considered a first-time freshman. statement, and others ask for a more
specific essay.
What is my application type?
Most freshman would be considered a Do all schools have an
degree-seeking applicant. You may not admissions fee?
know what you want to major in, but you No. Many schools dont have an admissions
are enrolling in college to earn a two- or fee. Refer to the list of two- and four-year
four-year degree or certificate. colleges and universities on pages 910 to
see which schools charge. If you cant afford
What if I dont know to pay an admissions fee, ask your school
what my major is? counselor about qualifying for fee waivers
You dont have to declare a major when or check your postsecondary institutions
you apply to college. Putting undecided website.
is perfectly acceptable. If you choose to list
a major, know you can always change your Can I use a P.O. Box
intended major when youre actually in as my address?
college. You can, but you also need to provide a
physical address. Schools use the physical
address to determine your residency status.
Your address may impact the cost of your
attendance and may be used to determine
if you are eligible to live off campus during
your freshman year.
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Writing tips:
creating a successful
personal statement or essay
Before you begin writing your personal statement or essay,

ask yourself the following questions:
r Are there any specific questions I need to answer in this essay?
r What is special, unique, distinct or impressive about my life story?
r Have I had to overcome any unusual circumstances or hardships in my life?
r What personal characteristics do I possess that would help me succeed in higher
education? Is there a way to demonstrate or explain these characteristics?
r What skills do I possess? (e.g., leadership, communicative, analytical)
r Are there any gaps or discrepancies in my academic record that I want to explain?
(e.g., a high grade point average, but a low test score, or an obvious upward pattern
in your grades?)
Reflect Provide specifics

Think about your experiences and choose Provide the reader with insight into what
an essay topic carefully. Try to tell the reader drives you. Be personable and specific.
something that no one else can.
Be creative
Be authentic Get creative in the opening remarks, and
Be yourself, not who you think the ideal try to grab your readers attention from the
applicant is. beginning.
Strive for depth Evaluate

Strive for depth rather than breadth. Narrow Evaluate your experiences throughout your
your focus to one or two main ideas or essay rather than simply describing them.
experiences.
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Focus on the positive Proofread
Try not to be negative as you write about Proofread your essay carefully. Look at
past experiences. Focus on the positive, grammar, sentence structure, punctuation,
highlighting how youve overcome adversity and word usage. Have your English teacher
and persevered to get where you are today. or a trusted advisor proof it as well. Make
sure you give the reader plenty of time
Do your research before the essay is due. Do not wait until
Research the college before writing the the last minute.
essay. Address the schools unique offerings,
and share why attending the particular Design
college would interest and/or benefit you. Use readable fonts, typeface and
conventional spacing and margins.
Writing cautions
3 Avoid repeating information found 3 Make sure you answer the specific
elsewhere on the application. questions asked of you.
3 Make sure you write the correct name 3 Avoid going over the requested length or
of the school on your essay, especially if word count.
you are submitting multiple applications.
3 Catch your mistakes dont rely on your
3 Avoid using common clichs or computers spell checker.
conclusions such as:
Allow me to introduce myself. 3 Resist the temptation to overuse your
My name is thesaurus. You dont need to use a big
This question asks me to discuss word in every sentence.
In sum, there are three reasons why
you should admit me
3 Plan ahead. Dont wait until the last
minute to write your essay. It may take
3 Dont talk about money as a motivator longer than you think and is worth the
for wanting to attend college. investment of your time.
3 Avoid unconventional and gimmicky

formats or packages.
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Military Education Benefits
The federal government and a number of nonprofit organizations offer money for college to
veterans, future military personnel, active duty personnel, and family members of veterans
or active duty personnel. Benefits including tuition assistance, help finding the right school
or training program, career counseling, and scholarships vary depending on the service
branch and its criteria for eligibility.
The State of Missouri also offers education benefits for military servicemembers. Reduced
tuition and scholarships are available for eligible veterans and survivors of veterans. Learn
more at https://dhe.mo.gov/ppc/veteransed.php.
The following resources provide information about additional military education benefits:
https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/types/grants-scholarships/military
http://todaysmilitary.com/living/paying-for-college
http://benefits.va.gov/gibill/
http://todaysmilitary.com/living/paying-for-college
https://www.vets.gov/education/
http://www.military.com/education
http://www.ncher.us/?page=e2149
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I applied!
Whats next?
Once youve submitted your college applications, there are still a few more things you may
need to do in order to complete the application process. Its important to find out what, if any,
other information is required by the admissions office. The earlier you submit the necessary
information, the sooner you will receive a reply from the admissions office. Some additional
information that may be required includes:
Official high school transcripts Essays

You can request your transcripts to be Some colleges will request essays to be
submitted through your high school. submitted with your application. Be sure
You also can use an online account at to answer all of their questions and spend
parchment.com. To sign up, click the student extra time on this portion of the application.
option and complete the registration.
Request your transcripts from your high Letters of recommendation
school and click deliver to choose the Depending on the institution, you
colleges and universities where you want may be required to submit letters of
your transcripts to be sent. You also can use recommendation. These letters can
this account to request that your transcripts come from a teacher, counselor, principal,
be sent to you by email in order to apply for coach, supervisor, pastor, employer, etc.
scholarships. Make sure you give the letter writer plenty
of time before the letter is due. Do not wait
ACT/SAT scores until the last minute.
Check with your school to see which score
they prefer. If you plan to take either of the
tests again during your senior year, be sure
to include the schools for which you have
applied when completing the section about
where to send your scores.
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Student
Resource Manual
FAFSA Frenzy
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What is the FAFSA
and why should you file?
Whether you are a first-time student, a Filling out the FAFSA is always free and gives
returning student or a transfer student, the you access to four primary sources (federal
first step to applying for most scholarships, government, state government, college
grants and student loans is to complete the and universities and private organizations)
Free Application for Federal Student Aid, of financial aid. The FAFSA is required to
commonly known as the FAFSA. obtain federal financial aid, which includes
grants and student loans. Missouri also
The information you provide on the FAFSA uses the FAFSA to determine eligibility for
helps determine the types and amounts of many state financial aid programs, including
financial aid for which you might be eligible. A+ and the Access Missouri grant. Some
You should complete the FAFSA each year colleges and universities require a FAFSA
you plan to attend college. You do not have to to qualify for their scholarships and grants
wait to be admitted to college to apply, and as well. If you do not fill out the FAFSA, you
you are allowed to list up to 10 schools on the could be missing out on a large amount of
online FAFSA application. The quickest and financial aid.
easiest way to complete the application is
online. Go to fafsa.gov to apply.
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FAFSA timeline
August/September Attend a FAFSA Frenzy event for free help
completing your FAFSA. Events are held
Sign up for your FSA ID username and throughout the state in OctoberJanuary.
password. Be sure to choose answers
to your challenge questions you will be
able to remember in the coming years.
January/February
Youll use your FSA ID each year youre in
college to file your FAFSA online. Do not The priority deadline for the Access
use your high school email address when Missouri Grant is Feb. 1. File your FAFSA
you create your FSA ID because you will prior to this date to be guaranteed an
be using your FSA ID and information award if you meet all other eligibility
affiliated with that ID each year you are requirements.
in college or until you pay any student Check your colleges priority deadline and
loans in full that you borrow through be sure to meet it as well.
federal programs. Use an email that you
will be able to access during your entire
time in college and during your years of March/April
repayment.
You will begin receiving financial aid
Have one of your parents create their award letters, if you have not already.
separate FSA ID username and password. Take time to compare the offers before
Parents will need an email address that is committing to one school. Use the college
separate from yours. cost comparison worksheet to help track
Estimate your potential student aid using how much each school on your list will
the FAFSA4caster at fafsa4caster.ed.gov cost, and ultimately make a decision on
to help you start planning financially for which school is the best fit for you.
college. If you realize you made a mistake on your
FAFSA, log back in and make the appro-
priate updates as soon as possible.
October
File your FAFSA as soon as possible after
Oct. 1. Some financial aid is first-come
first-served, so its important to file early.
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201 819 FAFSA checklist
The FAFSA allows you to apply for federal, state and some college-based financial aid. You
must reapply every year you attend a postsecondary institution. Requested information may
change from year to year. Be aware of the different national, state and college financial aid
deadlines for the FAFSA. If you are an independent student, you will only need to provide
your personal information, and your spouses, if married. If you are considered dependent,
you will need both your and your legal parent(s) information.
Are you independent or dependent? If you answer yes to any

of the questions below, you are considered independent:
q Y q N Were you born before Jan. 1, 1995? q Y q N Have you been declared an emanci-
q Y q N Are you married as of the day you pated minor by a court in the state
file your FAFSA? where you have your legal residence?
q Y q N Will you be working on a Masters q Y q N Have you been placed in legal
degree or doctoral degree at the guardianship by a court in the state
beginning of the 201819 school where you have your legal residence?
year? q Y q N At any time on or after July 1, 2017,
q Y q N Are you a veteran or active duty did your high school or school district
member of the U.S. Armed Forces? homeless liaison determine that you
q Y q N Do you have children who will be were an unaccompanied youth who
receiving more than half of their was homeless or were self-supporting
support from you between July 1, and at risk of being homeless?
2018 and June 30, 2019? q Y q N At any time on or after July 1,
q Y q N Do you have any dependents (other 2017, did the director of a runaway
than a child or spouse) who live or homeless youth basic center
with you and who receive more or transitional living program
than half of their support from you determine that you were an
now and through June 30, 2019? unaccompanied youth who was
homeless or were self-supporting
q Y q N At any time since you turned age 13,
and at risk of being homeless? Visit
were both your parents deceased,
dhe.mo.gov/ppc/homelessyouth.php
were you in foster care, or were you
for more information.
a dependent or ward of the court?
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You will need the following if applicable: The following information is
also required from parent(s) if you are dependent:
q Social Security numbers for the student q Current investment values (stocks, savings
and parents. If you do not have a Social bonds, mutual funds, CDs) excluding
Security number, call the Social Security parents home and retirement plans.
Administration at 800-772-1213 or visit q Current business value.
socialsecurity.gov. q Current investment farm value.
q Birth dates. q 2016 child support paid or received.
q Student drivers license number if If you did not keep records, you can
applicable. contact your local child support office
q Student Alien Registration Number for or call 800-443-1576.
eligible noncitizens. If you need one, visit q 2016 housing/food/living allowance for
the Citizenship and Immigration Services military and clergy. This information is
website at uscis.gov. on the Leave and Earnings Statement for
q Your FSA ID (username and password) if military personnel and on the W-2 form for
you are submitting the FAFSA online. You members of the clergy.
can create an FSA ID at fsaid.ed.gov. q Veterans noneducation benefits. If you did
q All 2016 federal income tax forms. If you not keep records, call the Department of
did not keep copies, you can call the IRS at Veterans Affairs at 800-827-1000 or visit
800-829-1040. va.gov.
q All 2016 W-2 forms and, if applicable,
workers compensation benefits and
Unemployment Form 1099-G. If you do
not have copies, contact your employer or
call the IRS at 800-829-1040.
q Date parents were married, separated,
divorced or widowed.
q Current cash/checking/savings account
balances.
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Q&A: Who is my parent
when I fill out the FAFSA?
Q: Which parents information should I report on the FAFSA?
A: Maybe you know you are considered a answers about the parent who provided
dependent student* by the Free Application more financial support during the past 12
for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), and you are months or during the most recent year that
required to include information about your you actually received support from a parent.
parents on the application. But what if your If your parents are divorced but live
parents are divorced? Remarried? What if together, you will indicate their marital
you live with your sister? Whose information status as Unmarried and both parents
should you report? Below are some living together, and you will answer the
guidelines that might help. Unless otherwise questions about both of them.
noted, parent means your legal (biological If your parents are separated but live
and/or adoptive) parent and stepparent, if together, you will indicate their marital
parent is remarried. In addition, the rules status as Married or remarried, and you will
below apply to your legal parents regardless answer the questions about both of them.
of their gender.
If you have a stepparent who is married to
If your parents are living and legally the legal parent whose information you are
married to each other, answer the reporting, you must provide information
questions about both of them. about that stepparent as well.
If your parents are living together and are The following people are not your parents
not married, answer the questions about unless they have adopted you: grandparents,
both of them. foster parents, legal guardians, older
If your parent is widowed or was never mar- brothers or sisters, and uncles or aunts.
ried, answer the questions about that parent. Exception: The FAFSA asks about your
If your parents are divorced or separated and parents education level. For these two
do not live together, answer the questions questions, your parents are considered to
about the parent with whom you lived more be your birth parents or adoptive parents
during the past 12 months. If you lived the your stepparent is not your parent for those
same amount of time with each parent, give questions.
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Q: What if I dont live with my parents?
A: You still must answer the questions about them if you are considered a dependent
student.
Q: What if my parents arent going to help me pay for college and refuse
to provide information for my FAFSA?
A: You cannot be considered independent of your parents just because they refuse to
help you with this process. If you do not provide their information on the FAFSA, this may
affect your eligibility for federal aid. The online help will assist you with completing and
submitting the form if you are in this situation. You also will need to speak to the financial
aid administrator at the college or career school you plan to attend. Contact the financial aid
office as soon as possible to allow plenty of time for assistance with your financial aid options.
Q: What if I have no contact with my parents?

A: If you do not know where your parents live, or you have left home due to an abusive
situation, fill out the FAFSA and then immediately get in touch with the financial aid office
at the college or career school you plan to attend. The financial aid administrator will tell
you what to do next. Do not put this off or you might miss financial aid deadlines! *Find out
whether you are a dependent student: see page 24 or Am I Dependent or Independent? at
studentaid.gov/resources.
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Tips on setting up
your FSA ID
What is an FSA ID?

A username and password administered a significant date in your life. These
by the U.S. Department of Education that challenge questions and answers will
gives you access to Federal Student Aids be used to retrieve your username and
online systems and can serve as your legal password and/or unlock your account. You
signature. can enter a cell phone number to request
that a secure code be texted to you as
Why do I need an FSA ID? well. For more tips in setting up your FSA
Students, parents and federal student loan ID, see dhe.mo.gov/ppc/FSAID.php.
borrowers need an FSA ID in order to access Once youve completed these steps,
U.S. Department of Education websites, review and accept the FSA ID terms and
such as fafsa.ed.gov. conditions.
You will receive an email confirmation
How do I set up an FSA ID? to the email address you just provided.
Go to fsaid.ed.gov and click on the Create After you verify your information using
an FSA ID tab. You will start by adding the emailed code, your FSA ID will be
your email address and choosing a available for use.
username and password. Be sure to use
For helpful tips during the set up process,
an email address that you will have access
click on the question mark (?) displayed
to for years to come.
near each answer.
You will be asked to add personal and
If you are a dependent student, you and
demographic information.
at least one of your parents will need an
You will be asked to select two challenge FSA ID in order to sign the FAFSA.
questions, and create two challenge
questions, as well as the option to choose
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Dont forget!
Keep your FSA ID safe. Check your email address.
Your FSA ID is used to electronically sign All notifications regarding your FSA ID, such
legally binding documents and has the as secure codes, will be sent to the email
same legal status as a written signature. address you provided.
Create your own FSA ID.

Allowing a family member or friend the
right to use your FSA ID puts you at risk
of not being able to access your personal
information or becoming the victim of
identity theft.
Remember your FSA ID

username, password and answers
to your challenge questions.
If you cant remember your username
and password, you can gain access to
your account by answering your challenge
questions. You may also be able to recover
access to your account through text
messaging beginning with the 201819
FAFSA. To take advantage of this new
option, the user must first register their
mobile phone number on the FSA ID
website. Anyone who cant remember their
username, password and the answers to
their challenge questions, will need to
contact the Federal Student Aid Information
Center at 1-800-4FED-AID (1-800-433-3243)
for help.
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Best practices for
creating an FSA ID
Visit studentaid.gov/fsaid to learn about and create an FSA ID.
You will need your:
First and last name (must match exactly what is on your SSN card)
r
Date of birth
r
Social Security number (must have an SSN to create an FSA ID)
r
r Email address (email address cannot be shared or used for multiple FSA IDs)
Step 1
Select the Create an FSA ID Now at the top of the webpage.
For helpful tips while creating your FSA ID, click on the question mark (?) after each answer
and always select the Show Text box to help ensure accuracy.
Step 2
Enter your email address, along with your chosen username
and password.
Its important to have access to your email address in order to receive the authorization code.
If you received a Username taken message, you will need to create a different username
that is not currently being used. Do not use a school email address, as you will need to access
this email throughout your entire college experience or until you have repaid any federal
student loans you borrow in full, whichever comes later.
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Step 3
Add your personal and demographic information.
Its important that your Social Security number, name, and date of birth match exactly what is
on your SSN card.
Step 4
When answering your challenge questions make sure the answers
will be easy to remember and always select the Show Text box.
For challenge questions one and two, you will need to select a question from the dropdown
menu then answer your question. For question three and four, you will be asked to make
your own questions then answer them accordingly. For question five, which is optional, you
may enter a significant date important to you. This cannot be your date of birth. If you do not
remember your username and password, you can retrieve your information via your verified
email address or by successfully answering your challenge questions. Beginning with the
201819 FAFSA, you may also be able to recover your account though a new text messaging
option. However, this process is not always instantaneous. It is best to choose a username
and password that you will easily remember.
Step 5
Your last step will be to review and accept the FSA ID terms
and conditions.
An email confirmation will be sent to the email address provided. Its important that you do
not close the email verification page during this process! Open another browser to login to
your email account to receive your six-digit code from FSA-ID@ed.gov. Once you have verified
your email address, you can now use your email address and/or your username to complete
the FAFSA (fafsa.gov), apply for and repay a federal student loan (studentloan.gov), view your
federal student loan and grant history (nslds.ed.gov or studentaid.gov), and apply for a TEACH
grant (https://teach-ats.ed.gov).
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Six steps to transfer your IRS data
into your FAFSA
If the IRS Data Retrieval Tool is available at the time of FAFSA filing,
you may use it to transfer your tax information.
Step 1 Step 4
Log into your FAFSA. Review your information.
Log into your current FAFSA, or start a new Review your tax return information and see
FAFSA at fafsa.gov. the tax data that will be transferred into
your FAFSA.
Step 2
Determine eligibility.
Step 5
In the finances section of the FAFSA, you will Transfer your information.
see a Link to IRS button if you are eligible Check the Transfer My Tax Information
to use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool. into the FAFSA box, and click the Transfer
Now button.
Step 3
Connect to the IRS site.
Step 6
Click the Link to IRS button and log in Submit your FAFSA.
with the IRS to receive your tax return Review your federal tax return information
information. that has been transferred into the data
fields on your FAFSA and submit your
FAFSA.
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College cost comparison
Its important to compare costs when choosing the right college for your future. Use this chart
to compare tuition rates, fees and your financial aid offers before making a final decision.
School 1 School 2 School 3 School 4

School name
Federal school code
FAFSA deadline
Estimated cost of attendance (COA)
Tuition and fees
Room and board
Books and supplies
Transportation
Miscellaneous/personal
Additional costs
Total cost of attendance
Estimated financial need
Expected family contribution
Total financial need
Estimated financial aid (grants, scholarships and tuition assistance)
Federal Pell Grant
Federal SEOG Grant
Federal TEACH Grant
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College cost comparison continued
Estimated financial aid (grants, scholarships and tuition assistance)
Institutional aid
Missouri state aid
Private scholarships
Veterans educational benefits
Other
Employment
Federal Work Study
Other
Loans
Federal Perkins Loan
Federal Direct Subsidized Loan
Federal Direct Unsubsidized
Federal Direct PLUS Loan
Institutional Loan
Private Loan
Other
Total financial aid
Estimated out-of-pocket cost
Total financial aid
Total out-of-pocket cost
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Student
Resource Manual
Decision Day
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Journey College
Its not too late

to plan for college!
Have you made plans for life after high school? Its not too late to go to college.
Have you applied? Have you officially enrolled?

If you have not applied to college or you If you have been admitted to college but
have an incomplete admissions application: have not made a final decision about
Meet with your counselor to explore attending or are not officially enrolled:
postsecondary options and financial aid Talk to trusted adults and share your
opportunities. thoughts, questions and concerns about
Research schools still accepting completing enrollment and your plans for
admissions applications. the future.
If you have received an official letter/ Speak with an admissions officer,
email from the college, see what else is financial aid representative or other
needed to complete your application. expert at the college. Have your counselor
Reach out to the college directly to have help you find out more about financial
a conversation and make sure youre on aid or fee waivers, especially if you need
track to attend in the fall. help paying enrollment fees and deposits.
Reach out to the admissions office at the If you havent filed your FAFSA yet, ask
schools youre interested in and speak your counselor to help you complete it
with them to see if they are conducting and send in any requested verification
on-site admissions. documents as soon as possible.
Seek your counselors assistance to
interpret any financial aid information
Have you been admitted?
you receive. You also may ask a college
If you have applied to college but have not
campus financial aid officer for help.
been admitted:
Follow up with the colleges you applied to.
Explore other postsecondary options and
research financial aid opportunities.
Connect with a community college.
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Journey College
Summer checklist
Now that youve graduated, there is a lot to get to done before youre ready to head off
to college in the fall. Dont become a part of the summer melt - where students intend to
go to college but dont get everything done throughout the summer to actually enroll for
the fall semester. Start checking these things off your list to make sure youre ready for
freshman year.
Summer to-do list

r Register for and attend summer orientation.
r Pay all required deposits.
r Register for fall semester classes.
r Make sure you have a plan for housing and transportation.
r Save money to pay for your books.
r Make a realistic spending plan for when you start college.
r Look at your degree map and plan out how many credit hours you need each semester
to graduate on time.
r Seek out part-time employment before the fall semester starts.
r Consider job shadowing a few different career options throughout the summer to help
you identify which career path is right for you.
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Journey College
Graduate on time with 15 to Finish
Your time is valuable. Consider all your options.

Completing 15 credit hours a semester can Online and summer classes can help
help you earn a degree in less time and at you get the credit hours you need. Taking
less cost. dual-credit and Advanced Placement (AP)
classes in high school can give you a head
Expenses add up fast! start on earning college credit.
The longer you stay in college, the more
your expenses add up and the longer you Time is money.
delay earnings. For many students, more Less than one-third of Missouri college
time in college can also mean more student students earn an average of 15 credit hours
loan debt. per semester. Although 12 credit hours a
semester is considered full time for most
Keep track of your hours. financial aid programs, it is not enough to
Know how many credit hours you need for graduate on time. Students taking 12 hours
the degree you are seeking. The number of a semester often need an extra year or
hours can vary depending on your major more to finish their degree. An additional
and the college or university you attend. year of college can cost more than $50,000
in tuition, fees, room and board, and
Stay on track. the wages you would have earned if you
Take 15 or more credit hours each semester had graduated on time and joined the
to put you on track to earn an associate workforce.
degree in two years or a bachelors degree
in four years. Make sure the courses you Ask for help.
take will count toward your degree. Talk to your advisor about enrolling in
15 credit hours a semester to graduate on
time.
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Journey College
Succeed in school
Many factors can affect your ability to Look for opportunities
succeed in school. Internships, study abroad programs, and
participating in organizations and activities
Manage your time can provide valuable experience and help
Students often say time management is you develop leadership skills.
their biggest challenge. College offers more
freedom and choices than you had in high Part time employment
school, so you will need to focus on finding A part-time job can help offset some of
the right balance between school, work, your college costs and help you cover
and activities with family and friends. unexpected costs. Many students are able
attend school full time and work 10 to 20
Set goals and priorities hours a week. Colleges and universities have
Be sure you plan enough time to complete student jobs available on campus.
assignments and study for exams. Many
financial aid programs require you to
maintain a certain grade point average.
Dont let your grades slip to the point that
you lose your financial aid and can no longer
afford to complete your degree.
Ask for help if you need it

If you find that you are struggling with a
particular course, many colleges offer free
tutoring and math and writing assistance.
Meet with your academic advisor to find out
what kind of help is available at your school.
If you are struggling financially, meet with
a financial aid advisor to discuss your
situation.
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Journey College
Student life
Most colleges offer a variety of student Talking to both schools in the beginning
organizations and clubs. Its important to is also good to help with a smoother
get involved during your time in college. transition. Consider looking at transfer
Joining an organization can help you feel options as you begin your college career to
more connected to other students and can make sure youre getting the most out of
open up opportunities for your future. your college credits.
Check out what your college has to offer If you transfer, be sure to provide your grade
by attending activities fairs, visiting the transcripts to the admissions office at your
schools website and asking around. new school. Not all courses will transfer
equally, but working with the admissions
Time management is often a big struggle office will help you get credit for the classes
for new college students. Get involved, but you have completed. If you choose to transfer
dont overwhelm your schedule too much. to a different Missouri school, either between
Youll need to leave plenty of time to study academic years or semesters, you should also
and do homework. contact the Missouri Department of Higher
Education to make sure your state financial aid
is properly transfered as well.
Transfer 101
Thousands of students transfer from one Additional resources
college or university to another every year,
but it can increase the amount of time and Find more information about planning and
money it takes to earn a degree. If you know paying for college at journeytocollege.mo.gov.
you will be transferring at some point in
the future, make sure the classes you are Receive deadline reminders, scholarship
taking will count toward the degree you are opportunities and other tips for college
seeking. Most colleges have information on planning and success by signing up for the
their website about transferring credit. Journey to College Monthly Reminder at dhe.
mo.gov/ppc/reminders2.php or by following
Some two-year colleges have partnerships Journey to College on Facebook and Twitter
with nearby four-year schools to help make at facebook.com/journeytocollege and twitter.
sure your credit transfers successfully. com/journey2college.
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Official high school transcripts Essays

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Its not too late

Have you applied? Have you officially enrolled?

Summer to-do list

Graduate on time with 15 to Finish

Your time is valuable. Consider all your options.

Ask for help if you need it

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