FAFSA, scholarship databases, college search tools, and everything our exhibitors share — all in one place, year-round.
Start here. The FAFSA opens every year on October 1 — earlier means more aid available.
The federal financial aid form. Required for federal grants, loans, and most state and college aid.
Grants you don't pay back, work-study, federal loans — what each is and who qualifies.
Some private colleges use this in addition to FAFSA. Check if your target schools require it.
Estimate what you'd actually pay back month-to-month before you sign anything.
The right school for you might not be the one you've heard of. These tools help you look wider.
Filter by major, size, location, and cost. Plus tools for scholarships and career exploration.
Real numbers on cost, graduation rates, and earnings after — straight from the federal government.
One application, hundreds of colleges. Most students will use this for at least some of their schools.
Two-year programs, transfer pathways, and trade certifications. Often the smartest first step.
Federal database with cost, programs, financial aid, and graduation rates.
Federal data on careers — pay, growth, education needed, day-to-day.
Tools that help you tell your story — without having to make one up.
Free walkthroughs of the whole process — applications, essays, financial aid, decision-making.
The clearest free writing on personal statements. Real examples, real revisions, no gimmicks.
Free scholarship search engine matched to your profile. Worth checking monthly.
Searchable database of millions of dollars in scholarships. Filter by demographics, interest, and major.
Resilience and mental health resources to lean on year-round.
The American Psychological Association's evidence-based guide.
Mental health and emotional wellbeing resources for teens and young adults.
Free, 24/7, confidential support — call or text 988.
Simple practices for emotional regulation and stress.
Available after May 15. We'll post handouts, scholarship flyers, and program materials from every exhibitor here so you can revisit them anytime.
After College Day, this page will host downloadable PDFs from every exhibitor — no need to keep track of paper.