Middle Schoolers: It’s Never Too Early to Start Thinking About College!

College may seem like a long way off, but it’s actually a lot closer than you think. Just follow these four simple steps so you, too, will KnowHow2GO!

The four steps are:

  1. Be a pain – in a good way. Find an adult who can help you with the steps to college. Let everyone know you want to go to college. And don’t stop until you find the adult who can help.
  2. Push yourself. Colleges require you to take certain classes in high school. Find out which classes and sign up!
  3. Find the right fit. Think about interests and activities that you enjoy. Explore colleges with programs that suit your interests.
  4. Get your hands on some $$$. There’s money out there to help pay for college. Apply for it!