My Big Chart (MBC) Google Document

Access the online version of the MBC – crucial during the college application process!

Online Learning:

Get help in a difficult subject, learn a new skill, advance in your career, earn a credential, or even college credit from accredited universities.

Khan Academy

Coursera

EdX

FutureLearn

Lynda

Udacity

Magoosh

Scholarships:

Search for and apply for scholarships online. Remember to apply for local scholarships too!

StudentScholarships.org

Finaid.com

Scholarships.com

Fastweb

College Board

SallieMae

BigFuture Opportunity Scholarships

The following lists have scholarships and loans open to DACA and Undocumented students, but they are not limited to these students. Take a look!

Loans for DACA Students

Scholarship List 1

Scholarship List 2

Scholarship List 3

For DACA and Undocumented students in the Raleigh-Durham area:

Pupusas 4 Education Scholarship

Financial Aid/FAFSA Help & Guidance:

The Go-To Guide for College Financial Aid

Filling Out FAFSA

8 Steps to Filling Out the FAFSA Form

A Step-By-Step Guide to Completing the 2020-2021 FAFSA Questions

Career Mapping:

MAPP

BigFuture

Budgeting:

Annuity.org Student Financial Literacy Guide

Annuity.org Guide on Annuities

Discover: Financial Success for High School Students

Mint: How to Budget as High School/College Students

Budget-Friendly Dorm Decor Tips

Our Friends:

QuestBridge

National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) Preparation

NACAC First-Generation Student Recources (I’m First)

Other Resources:

College Board’s College Advising Essentials (including a Guide to Fee Waivers)

Out In Tech

Management Leadership for Tomorrow

Before College To-Do List

Another Before College To-Do List

NY Times “The Choice” Blog

Life in a College Dorm

Building a Resume

Posse Foundation