PLANNing Resources for High School Students
Know How 2 Go
National College Access Network Timeline
College Raptor--find colleges that fit!
This is a great site for middle-high school students with steps to college-going.
College Raptor--find colleges that fit!
National College Access Network Timeline
College Raptor--find colleges that fit!
This free site helps students sort through the many resources on college websites in one location, to help determine what college is the best financial and academic fit.
National College Access Network Timeline
National College Access Network Timeline
Common App--One site that allows students to apply to MANY universities & colleges
Click below for printable pages for Juniors & Seniors (Español& English) semester by semester. A simple, straightforward resource.
Common App--One site that allows students to apply to MANY universities & colleges
Common App--One site that allows students to apply to MANY universities & colleges
Common App--One site that allows students to apply to MANY universities & colleges
The Common App is a free tool that allows students to apply with one application to multiple colleges; HOWEVER, they will still charge the college application fee for EACH college, so it is not free overall. Please also note that not ALL Michigan colleges and universities are included through the App.
Big Future by College Board
Common App--One site that allows students to apply to MANY universities & colleges
College Planning through Xello
Big Future has great tools for college planning and preparation for students. Students must create an account to unlock all of the free resources.
College Planning through Xello
Common App--One site that allows students to apply to MANY universities & colleges
College Planning through Xello
Students who attend Michigan's Public schools have free access to Xello for college and career planning. Click below to explore
Appily (Was Cappex)
Loper--College Match and Fit
Loper--College Match and Fit
Appily is a college match-and-fit app to help you determine a great school for you! It also offers virtual tours, guidance, scholarship info, and advanced degree info from a long-trusted source.
Loper--College Match and Fit
Loper--College Match and Fit
Loper--College Match and Fit
Local high schools are using the Loper app to help their students choose a great college. Loper's app also has features for parents and school counselors as well. A better college match is just a download away!
Niche--Find YOUR Fit!
Loper--College Match and Fit
Niche--Find YOUR Fit!
Niche provides insights to the "Best Colleges in America," that include data-based info for college fit, rankings according to the US Department of Ed, sports profiles, and even specific interest (i.e., "party schools") to fit individual students.
Experience Mason County College Access Network: A Visual Journey Through Education
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If you're brand new to FAFSA, you can create an FSA ID today, so that you're ready to get started on your FAFSA when it launches (must wait at least 3 days after creating and FSA ID). If you're returning to or renewing your FAFSA, you can participate in Beta Testing prior to Dec. 1 or after Dec. 1, complete the actual form. The Department of Education plans to have the form available no later than Dec. 1, 2024 for the 2025-26 year.