Everyone’s path to college is unique. Some are filled with twists and turns. Some start in unexpected places and some go further than ever seemed possible. Each journey is different, but there are steps every student should take. Introducing the College Board Opportunity Scholarships: A new program open to every student that guides you through the college planning process and gives you an opportunity to earn scholarships for every step you take. Complete them all and you could earn the biggest reward...a forty-thousand-dollar scholarship! Okay, so what are the steps? Step one, build your college list. It will change along the way but it’s important to start exploring, so just jump in. Step two, practice for the S-A-T on Khan Academy. Practice is how you get better at everything. The S-A-T’s no different. Step three, improve your score. It’s where all of that practice pays off. Even a small score increase on your S-A-T can have a big effect. Step four, strengthen your college list. A balanced list with a variety of options gives you the best chance to find the right one for you. Step five, complete the FAF-SA. There are millions of students every year who are eligible for financial aid but just don’t complete their application. Sure, it takes some work, but at the end of it, you could get thousands to help pay for college. Step six, apply to colleges. Because after all your hard work an amazing opportunity could be just around the corner: The College Board Opportunity Scholarships. Learn more at C-B--dot--org--slash--opportunity.
