Information for Parents and Family
We understand that the parents and families of our Upward Bound students are vital to the success of our program. We are working on developing programing to further incorporate your ideas and skills into how we can make this program even better for our students.
We want to make sure you have access to as much information as you could possibly need during your student's journey through Upward Bound.
Check back soon for more updates!
FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION:
Minnesota Office of Higher Education
www.getreadyforcollege.org
Provides information on preparing and paying for higher education as well as a Minnesota financial aid estimator
Federal Financial Aid FAFSA4caster
www.fafsa4caster.ed.gov
Allows students and families to receive an early estimate of eligibility for federal student aid.
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
www.fafsa.gov
Allows students to apply online for student financial aid and check the status of their application.
COLLEGE ADMISSIONS TESTS:
ACT, Inc.
www.actstudent.org
The College Board
www.collegeboard.com/sat
Test of English as a Foreign Language
www.toefl.org
COLLEGE INFORMATION AND SEARCHES:
The College Board
www.collegeboard.com
Provides useful information on financial aid available for students and parents as well as a college search.
ISEEK
www.iseek.org/education/
Provides information on higher education options.
SCHOLARHIPS:
FastWeb Free Scholarship Search
www.fastweb.com
Private Scholarships for Minnesota Students
www.nextstudent.com/directory-of-scholarships/State/0024/State-Minnesota-scholarships.aspx
Scholarships Offered by Minnesota Institutions
www.getreadyforcollege.org/mnscholarships
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