How+To+Go?

There are many websites that offer high school students their parents/guardians and other concerned people information on how to go to college, below you will find links to such websites. If there is a site that you are using that is not listed below, contact me so that your favorites can be added to the list.

KnowHow2Go: [] A public awareness campaign encouraging young people to take the necessary steps to go to college.

MCAN: [] A one-stop-shop web protal for students to plan, apply, and pay for college.

MichiganCAP: [] The Michigan College Access Portal (MichiganCAP) is a statewide initiative which provides free support for all students and families in Michigan to simplify the process of transitioning from high school to college and career. MichiganCAP will offer students, parents, counselors and adult learners easy-to-use web-based, personalized tools to insure that each step in the process of choosing and applying for college is completed successfully.

Free Application For Federal Student Aid (FAFSA): [|http://www.fafsa.gov] Each college's financial aid office can provide information to help you figure the expenses. Don't be discouraged if the cost of continuing education seems too high—financial aid is available for students who qualify. Financial aid is a general term for any financial assistance given to a student for any type of postsecondary education (four-year college, two-year college, trade and technical schools). Generally, financial aid is divided into two groups: Explore the FAFSA site for more information and to complete your free application for financial aide. *Completing your FAFSA is a time limited process,that your seniors will be informed of as their deadlines come close.
 * need-based financial aid
 * merit-based financial aid

Guide to Scholoarships for New Americans and Minorities: