Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Which College Do I Choose?
Students use estimated EFC's (Expected Family Contribution) to compare out-of-pocket costs for 3 colleges. This lesson includes a financial aid component.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: How Much Will College Cost Me?
Students will research the cost of college by comparing a 2-year and a 4-year institution via the Internet. Students will follow-up with a presentation and prepare a monthly budget. This lesson plan contains a financial aid component.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: How to Pay for College
The students will search the Internet for Scholarships and/or grants to help pay for college. This lesson has a financial aid component.
US Department of Education
Us Department of Education: Explore Financial Aid
This site from the US Department of Education provides this comprehensive government publication on grants, loans, and work-study programs. Each piece of information can be accessed by clicking on the corresponding link.
NPR: National Public Radio
Npr: Fixing the Freshman Year
College sophomores talk about the biggest barrier to success they faced in their freshman year - financial aid.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: College Bound: Moving Out!
Lesson plan for learners exploring aspects of preparation for college, including writing an application essay, applying for financial aid, understanding a lease, and evaluating credit cards. Website research is combined with various...
Other
Us College Search: College Database
The US College Search datatbase is a good resource for high school students, parents, and anyone looking to go back to college. We maintain a database of 9,734 4-year Universities, 2-year Colleges, Junior Colleges, Vocational Schools,...
Other
Teen Analyst: Preparing for College
Choosing the right college is one of the most important things you will do in high school. This site has put together some articles to help you with getting in and succeeding while you're there.
Better Lesson
Better Lesson: College Project Wrap Up
What have students learned about college? What questions do they still have? Students work on wrapping up and reflecting on the College Project while tackling math problems. This instructional activity includes a detailed plan, printable...
US Department of Education
Usde: Getting Ready for College Early
The U.S. Department of Education provides a Handbook for Parents of Students in the Middle and Junior High School Years to help them to prepare for college.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Let's Move to College
A lesson that teaches young scholars how to prepare and stick to a budget as they prepare to head off to college and leave home.
Other
E Student Loan: Compare College Loan Programs
E-Student Loan allows you to compare up to 12 loan programs at one time, based on the information that you provide. There is no charge, but registration is required.
PBS
Nh Pbs: Outlook on Money: College Planning
Listen to practical advice about financing a college education, from a 2004 episode of "Outlook on Money." Meet a family who navigated through the maze of obstacles and financing options while planning for a daughter's college education....
Other
Next Step U: Helping Students Find the Right Path
The Next Step Magazine offers comprehensive resources on life after High School. Individuals can explore articles, college/university planning, career exploration, and life skills.
Federal Trade Commission
Federal Trade Commission: Consumer: Your Education After High School
There are many opportunities for your education after high school whether it be a university, a community college, or a career school. Learn how to choose the right school for you and how to pay for it.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Timeline: Paying for College
Use this timeline to help plan financing for college.
Other
Teen Analyst: Scholarships
Scholarships are your ticket to a college education. After all, why go into monstrous debt when there are people out there who want you to succeed so much that they're willing to help pay!
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: I Owe, I Owe, So Off to Work I Go!
Students often attend college and are faced with the mounting debt incurred from student loans. This lesson plan will guide through calculating repayment for students loans, preparing a monthly budget, and researching options for...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Student Loan Application
The Student Loan Application lesson explains the purpose of student loans. Students will demonstrate the ability to identify, obtain, integrate, understand, interpret, apply, and disseminate information used everyday. This lesson plan...
Other
Fast Web: Matching Students to Scholarships
Search a database of over 500,000 private-sector scholarships, grants, and loans. There is no fee, but you will need to create a profile. There is a student resource center to assist in college planning.
Other
Thomson Learning: Peterson's Educational Portal
Register on this comprehensive site from Thomson Learning Inc. to obtain a huge amount of information on a variety of subjects related to preparing for, searching for, and getting admitted to college.
Federal Trade Commission
Federal Trade Commission: Student Loan Debt Relief Scams Infographic
Infograph provides tip for avoiding scams when repaying student loans.
Other
Tulsa Welding School
Offers an associate-degree program in welding. Describes student-support services and offers employment and financial-aid information.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: I Am What I Learn Video Scholarship Essay Contest
This lesson provides students with the opportunity to explore a variety of available scholarships to determine which scholarships may be sources of funding for college. Students will create a video essay which will be used to apply for a...