K-12 Students

As a K-12 Student, use this comprehensive collection of high-quality resources to help you succeed in online education. Search for certified K-12 online courses. Learn about student services, postsecondary enrollment options (PSEO), and online college in the high school (OCHS). Obtain college, career, and financial aid planning resources. Access library data bases to do homework, improve studies, and complete a quick review of subjects. Engage in interactive tools to enhance learning. Use eFolioMinnesota to create and maintain your personal electronic portfolio.

Free Online Mini-Course
Minnesota State Colleges & Universities free online course about the making of chocolate. Username: Chocolate Password: Chocolate

Minnesota Energy Careers
Energy Careers, Education & Jobs. Discover what you like to do, explore careers, and learn about hot opportunities in energy. Prepare in high school, see energy pathways, and find post-secondary energy programs. Find occupations in demand in your region, energy employers, and job openings.

Minnesota Office of Higher Education Get Ready for College
Information about college preparation, selection and financial aid from the Minnesota Office of Higher Education.

getStem: Science, Technology, Engineering, Math
getStem is a web portal designed to connect Minnesota educators with science and technology businesses, in order to better prepare students for post-secondary education programs and careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM).

Project Lead the Way (PLTW) - Minnesota
PLTW has developed a four-year sequence of courses which, when combined with rigorous mathematics and science courses in high school, introduces students to the scope, rigor, and discipline of engineering and engineering technology. Comprehensive teacher training and ongoing support is provided.

Minnesota Online
Minnesota Online offers thousands of online credit and non-credit courses and over 200 online degree, certificate and diploma programs from the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities.

College in the Schools at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities
College in the Schools is a NACEP-accredited concurrent enrollment program serving high school students, teachers, and schools by increasing access to college learning, supporting excellence in teaching, and strengthening high school-University connections.

Postsecondary Enrollment Options - Minnesota Office of Higher Education
PSEO information from the Minnesota Office of Higher Education.

Minnesota Transfer Curriculum
The MnTC is the result of a collaborative effort by all of the two- and four-year public colleges and universities in Minnesota to help students transfer their work in lower-division general education.

u.select
u.select (formerly CAS) is an online tool that will help you view program requirements, course equivalencies, and see how courses you have taken or plan to take transfer to another college or university. Check 'Help' at the u.Select site for assistance and step-by-step instructions.

Distance Learning Quiz
Questionnaire from Minnesota Online for determining if distance learning courses are an appropriate choice.

Is Online Learning Right For You?
Top 10 considerations for online learning from Minnesota Online.

University of Minnesota - Application for Admission
Online application or PDF application for freshman, transfer or international undergraduate students.

The University of Minnesota, Crookston online program offerings
Online Degrees - Bachelor of Applied Health, Bachelor of Manufacturing Management, Bachelor of Science in Business, Bachelor of Science in Applied Studies

STEM Education Coalition
The Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Education Coalition works to support STEM programs for teachers and students at the U. S. Department of Education, the National Science Foundation, and other agencies that offer STEM related programs.

University of Minnesota - Military Education Transfer Credits
Policies regarding military education transfer credits from the University of Minnesota.

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities - Application for Admission
Online application or PDF application and contact information for application.

Distance Learning Calculator
Calculating the costs and benefits of distance learning (courtesy Minnesota Online).

Project C3: Connecting Youth to Communities and Careers
The goal of Project C3 is to improve transition outcomes for youth after high school in preparation for employment or post-secondary education through training, advocacy, facilitated system collaborations and resource mapping.

Minnesota Department of Education - College Level Examination Program
Minnesota Department of Education college-level examination program described including CLEP workshop schedule, CLEP exam timeline, and CLEP program coordinator contact.

ISEEK
ISEEK.org search for online courses from Minnesota's K-12 public schools

Reality Check
Find out what it costs to live in a city of your choice; what salary you would like to have, and what lifestyle you want.

Online College in the High School
The Online College in High School provides high school students college level courses from participating institutions while remaining on their high school campus. Sponsored by Distance Minnesota primarily for NW Minnesota but they are expanding in the state.

Minnesota Department of Education - Advanced Placement
Minnesota Department of Education advanced placement program described including AP course audit, reimbursement amounts, and AP program specialist contact.

College-prep Checklists
Minnesota State Colleges & Universities provides college-prep information for students in grades 9 - 12.

ISEEK - Plan your education
ISEEK offers information about different types of education available, locations of campuses and sources and how to apply for admissions.

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities - Plan Ahead
Provides answers to frequently asked questions about transfer

Achieve Scholarship for Students taking Advanced High School Courses
Minnesota Office of Higher Education announcement: "Recent High School Graduates Urged to Apply for New State Scholarship"

Ready or Not Writing
The Ready or Not Writing Program mission is to increase chances for post-secondary writing success by assessing high school students' college-ready writing skills during their sophomore or junior year. The Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System support this free program.

ISEEK - Education Search Tools
Search for Colleges, Specific Programs, and Courses.

Step Write Up
Eighth grade students can have their essays reviewed by high school faculty and receive written feedback to develop college level readiness. The Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System sponsor this free program.

Map Your Future
Map your journey to build your future for 21st Century skills and education

Minnesota Department of Education - International Baccalaureate
Minnesota Department of Education International Baccalaureate Organization's (IBO) Diploma Program (DP) including link to the IBO Web site, related documents for download, and contact information.

Earn College Credit in High School
There are a number of ways high school students can earn college credit while in high school. Some students enter their first year of college with enough credits to be a sophomores. Most of these programs are entirely free to the student. Information from the Minnesota Office of Higher Education.

College-Level Examination Program (CLEP Policy)
The University of Minnesota, Crookston guidelines for the college-level examination program (CLEP).

Mn-STEM
Mn-stem.com is an educational website launched as a part of a larger initiative promoting science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). The goal of this website is to help students discover firsthand how their participation in certain coursework can lead to exciting and rewarding careers.

National Academies on Science, Engineering, and Medicine
The National Academies brings together experts in areas of scientific and technological endeavor to address critical national issues and give advice to policymakers. The Center for Education (CFE) promotes evidence-based policy analysis that can help to improve education for all Americans.

Minnesota Concurrent Enrollment Partnership (MnCEP)
Minnesota's concurrent enrollment programs are offering thousands of Minnesota students access to rigorous college courses in their high schools. MnCEP is a professional network of concurrent enrollment providers focused on promoting access to high quality, sustainable concurrent enrollment program.

college.gov
college.gov is being built by the U.S. Department of Education in collaboration with studentso be the go-to source for information and resources about planning, preparing and paying for postsecondary education

ISEEK - Find a college, field of study, program, course, online
ISEEK offers information from more than 200 post-secondary Minnesota schools. Search colleges, fields of study, programs and courses.

Preparing for College
The site "Get Ready for College" provides valuable information on college preparation, selection and financial aid. The website is maintained by the Minnesota Office of Higher Education.

Minnesota CLEP Test Centers
Listing of Minnesota CLEP Test Centers (PDF)

College Planning Tips for Students and Families
The University of Minnesota provides four steps for planning and specific requirements for students entering college.

Selecting a College
The site "Get Ready for College" provides information about selecting a college.

Choosing a College
Minnesota State Colleges & Universities offers helpful information about choosing the type of college and a link to the Go Places Guidebook.

Paying for College
The site "Get Ready for College" provides valuable information on saving for college, the cost of college, applying for financial aid, and more. The website is maintained by the Minnesota Office of Higher Education.

College Readiness Consortium
The Consortium was created in 2006 to increase the number and diversity of students who graduate from high school with the knowledge, skills, and habits for success in higher education.

How to Choose a Major
The University of Minnesota Morris provides information about choosing a major.

Get Started on a Major by Taking Liberal Arts and Sciences
Minnesota State Colleges & Universities offer information to students about beginning any of a number of majors at a two-year college by enrolling in the "liberal arts and sciences" program.

TechPrep Minnesota
TechPrep MN is a group of Technical and Community Colleges, High Schools, and a Technical Center working together to provide information about how to earn Tech Prep College Credit while still in high school.

Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
The U.S. Department of Education’s Federal Aid ensures that all eligible individuals can benefit from federally funded financial assistance for education beyond high school. Federal Aid plays a essential role in supporting higher education by providing money for college to eligible students.

Northern Tech Prep Network
Northern Tech Prep Network provides articulation agreements for the 2008 - 2009 school year.