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High School Students
- Explore Colleges. Use the Missouri College and Degree Search to compare programs and schools.
- In place of in-person college fairs, the Missouri Association for College Admission Counseling is hosting a free virtual college fair. Visit their website to watch recorded sessions to more than 100 colleges.
- Register for the ACT and/or SAT There is no limit on the number of times you can take the test and improve your score. If money to pay for the test is an issue, talk to your high school counselor about getting your test fee waived.
High School Seniors
- April 1 is the last day to file your FAFSA to be considered for the Access Missouri Grant. It’s also the last day to submit your Journey to College FAFSA Frenzy Book Scholarship.
- Some colleges request that accepted students inform the admissions office of their intent to enroll by May 1. This is known as Decision Day across the country, and here in Missouri. Continue to do your research and consider your options to make the best decision for your future.
- If you haven’t applied to colleges yet, it’s not too late! Some schools are open enrollment and may not have early admission deadlines. Keep exploring your options!
- College is a great opportunity to broaden your horizons and meet new people. Read this blog for making connections on campus that last a lifetime.
College Students
- As the end of the semester draws near, take a look at your degree map. Are you on track to graduate on time? Consider taking at least 15 credit hours each semester to stay on track.
- Summer is just around the corner! Start applying for internships at mointernconnect.com
- Keep an eye out for possible vaccination and testing sites on your campus. Get the facts about the vaccine at mostopscovid.com. Remember, if you get either the Pzifer or Moderna vaccines, you’ll have to go back for a second shot for it to be effective. Think about this as the school year comes to a close.
- Don’t struggle alone – find out what on-campus mental health services are available to you.
- April 1 is the last day to file your FAFSA to be considered for the Access Missouri Grant. It’s also the last day to submit your Journey to College FAFSA Frenzy Book Scholarship. If you attended a FAFSA Frenzy event this year, you’re eligible!
Parents
- Considering going back to school? Fast Track, Missouri’s grant program for adult students, is expanding this fall to include Public Health to the list of eligible program areas. Learn more about Fast Track today!
- Because of COVID-19, several accommodations were made to Missouri state financial aid programs. Click the link to learn more about these changes.
- If you are interested in saving money for your student’s higher education, consider learning about and investing in a MOST 529
- If you are a parent or guardian of a student with special needs, consider opening a MOABLE account, which allows individuals with disabilities to save and invest money without losing eligibility for certain public benefits programs.
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Important Dates
April 1 – State Financial Aid Deadline
April 8 – Registration Deadline for May SAT
April 17 – Next ACT Test Day
May 1 – MO Decision Day
May 7 – June ACT Registration Deadline
May 8 – Next SAT Test Day
Connect with us
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Online:
journeytocollege.mo.gov
COVID-19 Resources
Learn about the COVID-19 vaccine rollout, common myths, and how the vaccine was developed: mostopscovid.com
Register yourself and your family for the COVID-19 vaccine using the Missouri Vaccine Navigator or by calling Missouri’s COVID-19 hotline (877) 435-8411.
Changes and accommodations have been made for several of Missouri’s State Financial Aid programs. Learn more about those announcements at dhewd.mo.gov/covid-19.php
Other student resources about COVID-19 are available at journeytocollege.mo.gov/covid-19-resources/.
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