Prepare and Pay

Getting a college education is an investment that will pay back for a lifetime, and it's never too early to prepare for it. Here you can begin to discover all your options through the Montana University System and learn how you can achieve your dreams by getting the latest information about career programs, college costs, and paying for college.

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Prepare For College

College 101

Financial Aid &
Scholarships

Money Management & Budgeting

Whether you are in high school or thinking about returning to school, acquire the resources needed to get ready for college.

Learn about the colleges in the Montana University System, admission requirements, and how to succeed on campus.

Wondering how you can afford to go to college? Financial aid is one of the avenues students use to pay for college tuition and related expenses.

It's important to understand how to manage your finances while in school so you are able to complete college with a limited amount of loans or other debt.

Counselor Resources

College Preparation Checklist

Explore Career Options

Montana Family Education Savings Program

Student Financial Services
Outreach Services

Veterans

Why Go To College

Colleges & Universities

MUS Admissions
MT Residency Requirements
Admission Requirements
Apply for Admission

College Glossary

College Survival Guide

Differences Between High School and College

On-Campus Student Resources

College Costs

Types of Financial Aid
Grants
Loans
Scholarships
Tuition Waivers
Veterans Benefits
Work Study

Calculate Financial Aid

Apply For Financial Aid

Start FAFSA Now

College Tax Benefits

MUS Loan Repayment Information & Incentive Programs

Take The Pledge

Budgeting

Debt & Borrowing
Credit Cards
Your Credit Report
Track Your Student Loans

Goals & Action Plans

Identity Theft

Saving
Why Save
Saving For College
Saving In and After College

Dollars & Sense Workbook