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Self-PacedBeginner Certificate
College & Scholarship Readiness
Master the college application and financial aid landscape with a strategic, step-by-step approach to admissions and funding.
3 hours Grades 9-12
About this course
This course provides a comprehensive roadmap for high school students navigating the transition to higher education. Students will learn how to build a balanced college list, manage complex application timelines, craft compelling personal statements, navigate the FAFSA and financial aid process, and identify legitimate scholarship opportunities while avoiding common scams.
Learning objectives
- Develop a strategic, balanced list of target, reach, and safety colleges.
- Organize and manage critical application deadlines and requirements.
- Compose impactful personal statements and supplemental essays.
- Understand the components of the FAFSA and financial aid offer comparisons.
- Evaluate scholarship opportunities and identify common financial scams.
Free
Duration3 hours
FormatSelf-Paced
Grades9-12
LevelBeginner
CertificateIncluded