Make the Most of Spring Break
The first day of spring is March 19 and it’s time to get started on to-do’s that will ensure a good start to college next year. Make the most of your spring break by checking these items off your...
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Oklahoma FAFSA Data Portal
Counselors! If you haven’t signed up for the Oklahoma FAFSA Data Portal (OK-FDP), it’s not too late. The OK-FDP is a free online tool to help counselors better assist their high school seniors...
View ArticleFinancial Aid for Members of the Military
To apply for financial assistance for higher education expenses, all students should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) annually. Financial aid is available to qualified...
View ArticleIt’s Time to Celebrate Oklahoma’s Promise Day!
The Oklahoma’s Promise (OKP) scholarship program allows students from families with a maximum specified income to earn a college tuition scholarship. Students must also meet academic and conduct...
View ArticleSearching for Scholarships
One of the most important things you can do as a senior in high school is to secure your financial aid for college. There are a lot of aid options you can pursue and they all start with completing a...
View ArticleUnderstanding Financial Aid Offers
What exactly is a financial aid offer? A financial aid offer (sometimes called an award letter) tells you the amount and type of financial aid you can expect to receive at a particular college or...
View ArticleStudent Loans: Borrow Smart from the Start
When you receive your financial aid offer from your chosen college or university, there may be one or more student loans included in the offer. You can set yourself up for student loan success by...
View ArticleYour Student Loan Grace Period
Will you be graduating from a college or university soon? Congratulations! If you will be repaying student loans, you may have questions about the grace period on your loan(s). One of the advantages...
View ArticleCareer Assessments
OKcollegestart.org provides career planning resources for all ages, including assessments to help you learn about yourself. Career assessments will help you identity strengths and challenges,...
View ArticleSummer Prep for New College Freshmen
Congratulations high school graduates! Summer fun is calling your name, but preparing for the upcoming school year is key. Strategically planning for your freshman year will help you put your best...
View ArticleWhat do adult learners and other “non-traditional” students need to know...
According to the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), traditional (or ‘typical’) college students “earn a high school diploma, enroll full time immediately after finishing high school,...
View ArticleMaking Ends Meet
To save money to help cover college finances, consider these tips. HousingIf possible, live at home even if only for a year or two. Often, the cost of housing and food is more than tuition at college,...
View ArticleOKP Deadline
For Oklahoma students planning to attend a college, university or career technology center after high school, receiving financial aid can be very important. The first step in applying for federal and...
View ArticleK-12 Checklists
It’s never too early to start planning for college! At UCanGo2, we want every Oklahoma student to know how to successfully prepare to have the best future possible. That’s why we offer resources,...
View ArticleMake This Summer Count
The summer before you start college will be a memorable one and certainly a busy one. You’ll have fun relaxing and spending time with loved ones. However, it should also be used to carefully plan the...
View ArticleCollege Planning in Your Senior Year
Did you just finish your junior year of high school? You’re almost there! Your senior year begins next month. It may seem like a whirlwind of activities and events, but have fun and don’t forget that...
View ArticleCan you give me some advice about searching for scholarships?
After you submit your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), you’ll likely be receiving financial aid offers from one or more of the colleges you listed on your form. Students can include...
View ArticleQuestions to Ask the Financial Aid Office
The changes to the 2024-25 FAFSA have added some twists and turns to the college financial aid process. Whether you’re an incoming freshman or a returning student, it’s important to stay connected...
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Financial Aid Information
Have you received your financial aid offer for the upcoming 2024-25 academic year? Currently, aid offers are being distributed to students who are planning to enroll in college or a career technology...
View ArticleCampus Tours
As a high school junior or senior, it’s crucial to start preparing for college. We suggest taking a campus tour to explore schools that offer the degree or certification you’re interested in for your...
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