College Tools
Scholarships
Submit scholarship applications as soon as possible. Make sure to include everything that is requested in your application. Present yourself neatly and accurately, taking the time to check your grammar and spelling.
OKC Community FoundationP.E.O. Star Scholarship
Gates Millenium Scholars Program
Weokie Foundation
Fastweb
NextStepU
GoodCall Scholarship Engine
Scholly App
College Preparation
Preparing for college is an exciting time in life, but it is also a very important time of transition for most students. It is best not to just “wing it.” Instead, develop a game plan and follow a process which best prepares you for the next step in your life. Benjamin Franklin once said, "Failing to prepare is preparing to fail." Don't fail to prepare.
OK College StartCollege Prep Checklist
FAFSA4caster
Entrance Exam
The ACT is a college entrance exam many colleges and universities require for admission. It is recommended to take the exam prior to your senior year. You can take it earlier in your high school career and as many times as you want and/or can afford. A minimum score is required by most post-secondary institutions. Also, scholarship money is available for those students who score exceptionally well on the ACT, so it is important to be prepared upon entering the testing session.
ACT RegistrationACT Tips
ACT Guide
ACT Prep
Online Practice
Financial Resources
There's no getting around it - college is expensive. However, you can reduce your net out-of-pocket expenses by taking advantage of scholarships, grants, and low-interest loans which may be available to you. It does take a strategic plan and substantive effort, but the payoff can be worth thousands and even tens of thousands of dollars!
FAFSAFSA
OCAP
OHLAP
Pell Grant
FSEOG
OTAG