Ep. 8: Financial Planning

Ep. 9: Workforce Development

In this episode, Higher Ed Hacks welcomed Dr. Cassidy Minx, and together we covered the role higher education plays in supporting our state’s economy and how Oklahoma GEAR UP partners with university-bound students to set them up for success while getting their degree. During our conversation, we covered how the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education is supporting Workforce and Economic Development in the state, the changing landscape of our job market and the value of getting a college degree. High school students in GEAR UP districts can connect with their school specialist [https://okgearup.org/families-students/] today to learn more and get started! Episode Links: Why go to college? [https://okgearup.org/why-go-to-college/] How GEAR UP Impacts Communities Across Oklahoma [https://okgearup.org/community-impact/] Connect with us! Higher Ed Hacks [https://okgearup.org/podcast/] www.okgearup.org [http://www.okgearup.org] www.facebook.com/okGearUp [http://www.facebook.com/okGearUp] www.instagram.com/ok_gearup [http://www.instagram.com/ok_gearup] www.twitter.com/ok_gearup [http://www.twitter.com/ok_gearup]

Ep. 8: Financial Planning

In this episode, Higher Ed Hacks welcomed Kassidy Marshall and together we dove into “college basics,” the basic building blocks for preparing for college and making the transition from high school to college.   During our conversation, we covered college visits, college applications, financial aid planning, college orientation reimbursement and CONNECT U. High school students in GEAR UP districts can connect with their school specialist [https://okgearup.org/families-students/] today to learn more and get started! Episode Links: College Basics [https://okgearup.org/college-basics/] College Visits [https://okgearup.org/college-visits/] Reach out to your School Specialist [https://okgearup.org/families-students/] What to Expect on College Applications Blog [https://okgearup.org/what-to-expect-on-college-applications/] Oklahoma College Assistance Program’s College Application Checklist [https://www.ocap.org/CAW/Documents/StudentPacket/04-AdmissionApplicationChecklist.pdf] College Application Support Webpage [https://okgearup.org/college-app-campaign/] Finding Money for College [https://okgearup.org/finding-money-for-college/] College Orientation Reimbursement [https://okgearup.org/college-orientation/] CONNECT U [https://okgearup.org/connect-u/] How to Succeed in College Blog [https://okgearup.org/staying-on-track-tips-to-succeed-in-college/] What GEAR UP College Coaches Can Do For You Blog [https://okgearup.org/wondering-what-gear-up-college-coaches-can-do-for-you-a-lot/] Connect with your College Coach [https://okgearup.org/about/gu-college-coaches/] Connect with us! Higher Ed Hacks [https://okgearup.org/podcast/] www.okgearup.org [http://www.okgearup.org] www.facebook.com/okGearUp [http://www.facebook.com/okGearUp] www.instagram.com/ok_gearup [http://www.instagram.com/ok_gearup] www.twitter.com/ok_gearup [http://www.twitter.com/ok_gearup]

Ep. 7: Oklahoma's Promise

In this episode, Higher Ed Hacks welcomed Dr. Colbi Beam, and together we dove into Oklahoma’s Promise and how Oklahoma GEAR UP partners with students and parents as they apply and prep for college. During our conversation, we reviewed how to apply for Oklahoma’s Promise, who can apply, what the scholarship covers and more. High school students in GEAR UP districts can connect with their school specialist [https://okgearup.org/families-students/] today to learn more and get started! Episode Links: Oklahoma’s Promise Website [https://okpromise.org/] Oklahoma’s Promise Program Requirements [https://okpromise.org/student-requirements.shtml] Reach out to your School Specialist [https://okgearup.org/families-students/] Learn more about Oklahoma’s Promise [https://okgearup.org/oklahomas-promise/] FAFSA Fast Facts Blog [https://okgearup.org/fafsafast-facts/] Learn more about financial aid at StudentAid.gov [https://studentaid.gov/] Connect with us! Higher Ed Hacks [https://okgearup.org/podcast/] www.okgearup.org [http://www.okgearup.org] www.facebook.com/okGearUp [http://www.facebook.com/okGearUp] www.instagram.com/ok_gearup [http://www.instagram.com/ok_gearup] www.twitter.com/ok_gearup [http://www.twitter.com/ok_gearup]

Ep. 6: FAFSA (Free Application For Federal Student Aid)

In this episode, Higher Ed Hacks welcomed GEAR UP School Specialist Cassie Landers and together we covered all things FAFSA, and the resources Oklahoma GEAR UP provides parents and students during the application process. During our conversation, we dove into what the FAFSA is, how to fill it out and overall advice and tips for the whole process. High school students in GEAR UP districts can connect with their school specialist [https://okgearup.org/families-students/] today to learn more and get started! Episode Links StudentAid.Gov [https://studentaid.gov/fsa-id/create-account/launch?continueTo=fafsa] - Create your FSA ID! FAFSA 101: A Q&A with School Specialist Jamie Shanks [https://okgearup.org/fafsa-101-a-q-and-a-with-school-specialist-jamie-shanks/] Connect with your School Specialist [https://okgearup.org/families-students/] Connect with us! www.okgearup.org [http://www.okgearup.org/] www.facebook.com/okGearUp [http://www.facebook.com/okGearUp] www.instagram.com/ok_gearup [http://www.instagram.com/ok_gearup] www.twitter.com/ok_gearup [http://www.twitter.com/ok_gearup]

Ep. 5: Financial Planning

In this episode, Higher Ed Hacks welcomed Jamie Shanks, and together we dove into financial planning for college, and the resources Oklahoma GEAR UP provides parents and students as they prepare. During our conversation, we covered the top ways to plan financially for college, how to reduce costs and tips for parent and students. High school students in GEAR UP districts can connect with their school specialist [https://okgearup.org/families-students/] today to learn more and get started! Episode Links Oklahoma’s Promise [https://www.okhighered.org/okpromise/] Oklahoma 529 [https://www.oklahoma529.com/] OKCollegeStart [https://www.okcollegestart.org/College_Planning/Prepare_for_college/concurrent_enrollment.aspx] Oklahoma Community Colleges [https://www.bestcolleges.com/united-states/oklahoma/community-colleges/] Work-Study [https://studentaid.gov/understand-aid/types/work-study] Connect with your School Specialist [https://okgearup.org/families-students/] Connect with us! www.okgearup.org [http://www.okgearup.org/] www.facebook.com/okGearUp [http://www.facebook.com/okGearUp] www.instagram.com/ok_gearup [http://www.instagram.com/ok_gearup] www.twitter.com/ok_gearup [http://www.twitter.com/ok_gearup]