Academic & Campus Support

• Academic Advising & Degree Planning
  Connect with your school’s advising office to map out your path to graduation. Many colleges offer online planning tools to track your courses, credits, and goals.
   

• Tutoring & Writing Centers
  Most campuses offer free academic help—both in person and online—for writing, math, science, and other subjects.
   

• Disability Support Services
  If you have a documented disability, schools provide accommodations like extended testing time, note-taking support, and accessible learning tools.
   

Paying for College

• FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
  Complete or renew the FAFSA each year to access federal, state, and institutional aid.
  
  Apply or Renew FAFSA
   

• Scholarships for Adult Learners & Current Students
  ​Search for scholarships tailored to continuing students, transfer students, parents, veterans, and working adults through:

  • Fastweb

  • Scholarships.com

  • Imagine America Foundation

  • Local employers and professional associations
     

• Work-Study & Campus Jobs
  Ask your financial aid office about available part-time jobs that fit your schedule and help offset costs.
   

• Emergency Grants & Support Services
  Some campuses offer help with unexpected expenses like transportation, childcare, or technology. Check with your financial aid or student affairs office.
   

Career & Transfer Resources

• Career Centers
  Get help with resumes, internships, job searches, interview prep, and career fairs—online or on campus.
   

• Internship & Apprenticeship Opportunities
  Programs like Apprenticeship.gov and your state’s workforce agency can connect you with paid training opportunities.
   

• Transfer Support
  If you’re switching schools, use tools like Transferology or speak with a transfer advisor to see how your credits carry over.
   

Mental Health & Wellbeing

• Counseling Services
  Most schools offer free or low-cost mental health support for students. You may also find 24/7 crisis lines and virtual therapy options.
   

• Wellness & Community Spaces
  Look into student lounges, affinity groups, or campus organizations to build connections and community.
   

Balancing School, Life & Work

• Childcare & Family Resources
  Some schools offer on-campus childcare, parent student support groups, and lactation rooms. Check your campus resources page.
   

• Flexible Class Formats
  Online, hybrid, evening, and weekend classes are available at many institutions to fit around your work or family life.
   

• Time Management Tools
  Use free apps like Trello, Notion, or your campus learning platform to organize assignments and due dates.