College Information
Getting Started
- Apply for the FAFSA. Make sure you have any schools listed on there you are interested in going to. The FAFSA provide Finacial aid assistance for school.
- Apply to any college/ universities you are interested in. Many schools provide a free application day.
- For questions about applying all schools have a admission office that can help you apply and guide you on all things their school.
Tuition Assistance
- College For WV Scholarships for WV schools
- Foster Care Tuition Waiver | Center for Excellence in Disabilities (cedwvu.org) Understanding Modify- Foster Care Tuition Waiver
Importance of Emails
- Emails are used as a main form of communication in school. It is important to access your email and check it daily for class and school notifications.
- Students Should Check Their Emails Often For Important College InfoCollege Planning Center and Guides (offtocollege.com)
College Language
- Often times schools will use phrases that are not as common in high school such as office hours, blackboard, syllabus, RA’s etc. Don’t be afraid to ask for clarification or guidance as faculty and staff are there to help.
- College Terms You Need to Know: A Complete Guide – CollegiateParent
First Generation/ Low-income programs
- https://www.marshall.edu/marshallforall
- https://www.marshall.edu/sss/welcome/eligibility
- West Virginia Gear Up – WV Higher Education (wvgearup.org)
IEP For College
- Individual Learning plans need to be reapplied for when you start at college. Most schools have an accessibility office that you can apply with. If you believe you need one but may not of had one in school you can go to that office to get assistance on where to apply.
- Transitioning to college with a disability
- Can You Use Your IEP in College? | BestColleges