Early College Planning Tips

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Learn how to make college a priority from the start! Check out the tools and resources at UCanGo2.org (external link), including information for middle and high school students and parents, and From Cradle to College PDF, our publication for parents of young children.
Explore Oklahoma colleges and universities – including specific information about tuition and other costs – at OKcollegestart.org (external link). Many colleges offer scholarships to recognize academic achievement or special talents, like athletics or performing arts. For more information, talk to your counselor and review the 'financial information' section of the Guide to Oklahoma Colleges & Universities (external link).
Sign up for an Oklahoma College Savings Plan (external link) account.

If your family is eligible, sign up for Oklahoma's Promise (external link) during 8th, 9th or 10th grade.
Investigate other sources of financial aid and scholarships at your school, your job, with civic organizations and with your parent's employer(s).
Check out the helpful financial aid resources available at StudentAid.ed.gov (external link), FinAid.org (external link), FastWeb.com (external link) and Scholarships.com (external link).
Avoid online scholarship searches or agencies that charge a fee for their services. Don't be confused about finding scholarships! All the information you need about paying for college is available free of charge. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has outlined helpful information about common scholarship scams (external link). If you think you've been scammed, contact the FTC at 877.FTC.HELP (toll-free).
Use the ACT Financial Aid Need Estimator to help your family prepare financially.
Review our full list of online resources for additional information about preparing and paying for college.

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