College Planning Presentation Information
The Office of Higher Education offers free presentations throughout the state of Minnesota to educate students, families, teachers and the community about the many ways to prepare and pay for college.
Presentations are designed for students in grades four through 12 or parents who have children of any age.
These presentations help connect educators, parents, students and organizations with helpful postsecondary resources. Free publications on career awareness and how to prepare and pay for college as well as other college preparation and planning information are provided at these presentations.
Types of Presentations
Presentations cover a variety of topics and can be tailored to suit your needs. Below are examples of some of the presentations our speakers are able to deliver. Please feel free to also use any of the resources on your own as well.- Paying for College
- Choosing A College [ PPT ] [ Prezi ]
- FAFSA 2014 [ PPT ]
- Minnesota Dream Act Workshop [ PPT ]
- Why College? [ Prezi ]
Presentations vary in length, but typically range between 40 and 90 minutes.
Where Are Presentations Held?
We will come to you. Presentations have been held at elementary schools, middle schools, high schools, churches, community organizations and libraries.We will also provide information at career and college fairs geared to middle and high school students.
Request a Presentation
Request a free presentation online.Please Note:
- Accessing the Microsoft Powerpoint file(s) on this page may require you to download the free PowerPoint Viewer from Microsoft
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