College Planning Resources and Guidance
Thinking about college planning for yourself or your child? MEFA provides step-by-step guidance on preparing for college to help you achieve your dreams. A college education is one of the most important goals you will ever pursue, so it's important to start preparing for college as early as possible. Throughout the process — from saving money, to choosing and applying to schools, to paying the bills — you can rely on MEFA's expertise to help you make informed decisions.
College Planning Resources and Guidance
Thinking about college planning for yourself or your child? MEFA provides step-by-step guidance on preparing for college to help you achieve your dreams. A college education is one of the most important goals you will ever pursue, so it's important to start preparing for college as early as possible. Throughout the process — from saving money, to choosing and applying to schools, to paying the bills — you can rely on MEFA's expertise to help you make informed decisions.
Plan for College by Age
Elementary School or Earlier
Learn about different ways to save, hear from others who have saved, & make a plan to save.
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Middle School
Prepare for high school academics, make a savings plan, & learn about college admissions & financial aid.
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High School
Follow our timeline, read about the college admissions process, & make a plan to pay for college.
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College or Graduate School
Make a plan to pay your college bill, get tips on repaying your loan, & learn about refinancing.
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MEFA Pathway Your Plan for the FutureSM
MEFA Pathway offers tools and support to help students plan for and navigate a successful path from middle school to high school, on to post-secondary education, and into a career.
Making plans for after high school?
We have resources to help graduating students learn about their college and career options.
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