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College Planning Why Go To College?

What is UCanGo2?  A college access program for high school and middle school students and parents  Provides information on how to plan, prepare and pay for college  Helps families create a college-going culture in the home  An initiative of the Oklahoma College Assistance Program and the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education  Visit UCanGo2.org for college planning resources

High School Student Workbook  W Why Go To College?  What Do I Want to Be?  How Do I Get There?  Where Do I Go?  How Do I Pay for It?

To Go or Not To Go? Let’s tackle some of your common concerns:  I don’t like high school. Why would I want to go to college? More freedom More choices New opportunities

To Go or Not To Go?  I don’t know what I want to do with my life so there’s no point going to college. College is a great opportunity to explore new activities and learn about yourself. about yourself.

To Go or Not To Go?  College is too expensive. There’s no way I can afford it. College is a smart investment in your future. Grants, scholarships and student loans are available to help students pay for their college expenses.

To Go or Not To Go?  I don’t need a degree or certification. I can make more money if I get a job right now. The majority of today’s jobs require some level of education beyond high school.

What’s In It For Me? Other benefits include:  Empowers you to shape your future  Provides cultural diversity  Enables you to make better consumer decisions  Increases your intellectual understanding  Exposes you to different world views and philosophies  Offers higher job satisfaction

UCanGo2 Resources  Scholarship Success Guide  FAFSA Facts  College Fair Worksheet  College Terms Glossary  What Do I Want To Be? Worksheet  Campus Visit Checklist  Finish the FAFSA in Five Steps Brochure  College Planning Checklists  Transition to College Brochure  Tracking My Classes and Achievements Worksheet

Questions ?

Contact Us Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education Oklahoma College Assistance Program Outreach Department (toll free)