Complete the FAFSA

Complete and submit the FAFSA.

International Applicants

Understand the key differences between international and domestic applications.

Community Tab

Documents Tab

Colleges Tab

Goals & Guides Tabs

Ways to Communicate With Your Mentor

Best practices for communicating with your mentor.

How to Choose a Mentor

How to find and connect with the perfect mentor.

Benefits of a Mentor

Unlock your potential with a UStrive mentor.

Create Pros/Cons for Each College

Create a pros/cons list with your acceptance and award letters.

Decide on Type of College

Determine between two-year vs. four-year college and public vs. private.

Research Scholarships

Identify all relevant grants & scholarships.

Renew FAFSA

Renew and submit your FAFSA.

Select General Education Classes

Choose your remaining classes for your fall semester.

Determine if You Need Loans

After applying to all relevant scholarships, determine if you need to take out loans.

Apply to the Gates Scholarship

Understand how to apply to the Gates Scholarship.

Understand Your Admission Status

How to handle the acceptance, waitlist & rejection processes.

Decide Which Application Deadline

Understand the different types of application deadlines and decide which is right for you.

Organize Schools by Safety, Match & Reach

Determine which of the colleges you're interested in are safety, match, and reach.

Create Your College List

Identify a list of colleges that meet your list of personal preferences.

Consider Your College Preferences

Consider important college factors (size, location, majors offered, cost).

Apply to the Coca-Cola Scholars Program

Understand how to apply to the Coca-Cola Scholars Program.

Understand Class Types

Understand the different types of classes in college.

Financial Aid, Scholarships, and Resources

Understand how to approach financial aid for graduate school.

Important Factors to Consider

Consider what is essential to know about graduate school.

Graduate Testing

Learn about the tests involved in the graduate school application process

Application Fees and Deadlines

Applying to graduate school can be a lengthy process, here’s some information to help.

Master's Degree

Learn about Master's programs.

Brainstorming

Learn about what to keep in mind when considering graduate school.

Professional School

Learn about professional schools.

Dual Degree Program

Learn about Dual Degree programs.

Ph.D/Doctoral Degree

Learn about Ph.D Programs.

Debt Money You Owe

Learn all about good vs. bad debt.

Look at Your Money

Learn about the importance of saving.

Build Your Credit

Learn about what impacts your credit score.

Protect Your Money

Learn how to protect yourself from ID theft and fraud.

Invest

Learn all about how to create an investment strategy.

Budget

Learn all about how to effectively budget.

Take Rigorous Classes

Understand the importance of taking Advanced Placement (AP) & International Baccalaureate (IB) classes.

Explore Class Types

Understand the different types of classes in college.

Meet With Professors

Learn about the benefits of getting to know your professors.

Join Sororities & Fraternities

Learn all about sororities/fraternities.

How to Choose The Right Bootcamp For You?

Learn what to consider when choosing a bootcamp.

Decide If a Technical Bootcamp Is For You

Learn the benefits of a technical bootcamp.

Choose a Path and Find Additional Support

Learn what to consider when choosing an apprenticeship.

Decide If Apprenticeship Is For You

Learn what an apprenticeship looks like and the benefits of an apprenticeship.

Choose Your Vocational School

Vocational schools can vary. Learn what to consider when choosing a vocational school.

Find Your Vocational Program

A vocational school can be a great gateway to a promising career. Learn what to consider when choosing a program.

What is Vocational School?

Vocational school can be a great option for gaining skills and beginning a successful career. Learn the benefits of choosing a vocational school.

Workbook 8: App Permissions

Learn about app permissions.