Oregon Goes to College

No matter what grade students are in, there are things they (and their educators and families) can do to get ready for college.

Students are more likely to be successful with family support. These four conversations will help put everyone on the same page.

One of the biggest concerns about college is the cost and how to pay for it. Don't be fooled by these common myths!

Exploring careers in a variety of ways helps students identify interests and type of education or training needed. Here are 4 ways to get started.

Relationships matter. Students can get support for their college and career aspirations from many people and are more likely to complete college if their parents and peers have high education expectations. Students should share their future goals with the following 5 types of people.

Don't be fooled by these common myths about college!

'Tis the season to reflect on the past year and make resolutions for the upcoming one. Whether your resolutions are big or small; academic, athletic or personal, follow the four steps of WOOP to set and achieve your goals.

It's never too early to start exploring colleges. Students should think about the characteristics of a school that would be a good fit for them—with over 4,000 colleges and universities across the U.S. (and 100+ in Oregon), there will be several that will be a good match! Students should start by considering the following things:

Financial aid is money to help pay for college. Seniors and current college students need to know these dates in order to get the most money possible.