1
Check in with your counselor.
Make sure you're on track for graduation, and ask about dual credit, CTE, or advanced placement options you haven't tried yet.
10th Grade
Halfway there. Time to connect the dots.
Where To Begin
You've got the hang of high school — now it's about connecting what you like to where it could lead.
Your Journey Starts Here
2
Take the PSAT.
It's practice — for the SAT next year, and for scholarship eligibility down the road. Low stakes, real payoff.
3
Start imagining what's next.
Start thinking about what you'd like your life to look like after high school, and the options that'll get you there.
YOU HAVE OPTIONS
Start Making a Plan
You've got options! From college to entering the workforce to helping communities around the world while gaining job experience – there's so much out there.
College & University
Explore 4-year, 2-year, and certificate programs.
Career & Technical Training
Discover hands-on training programs can get you certified and job-ready in months, not years.
Idaho Jobs
Idaho job seekers have options like full time, part time, remote work, and apprenticeships.
Service Based Learning
Learn, serve, and build experience with programs like AmeriCorps.
Military Service
Learn about military pathways, careers, education, and training.
Financial Aid 101
Most families don't realize how much help is actually out there. Getting familiar with the basics now makes senior year a whole lot easier.
What's the FAFSA?
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a free online tool that helps you figure out what type of aid (and how much) you qualify for.
How do I get a scholarship?
Start with Scholarship Idaho, it's a free application to eight state-managed scholarships. Then browse, filter, and search through hundreds of scholarships from across the country using the Scholarship Directory.
Scholarship Idaho
Right now: Scholarship Idaho is worth bookmarking. It's one application for multiple state-managed scholarships, and eligibility updates in real time as your record does.
TOOLS & RESOURCES
Tools to Guide
Your Future
Explore resources for career exploration, education and training options, financial aid, and more.
Take a QuizCareer & Interest Quizzes
Help students discover what they're interested in, and what careers may be a good fit.
Explore CollegesBrowse Colleges
Explore colleges and universities across the U.S.
Explore CareersBrowse Careers
See what real jobs pay and what training they require, before you commit to anything.
Explore TrainingsTraining Directory
Search training providers and programs across Idaho.
- Explore Scholarships
Browse Scholarships
Point students toward opportunities beyond Scholarship Idaho.
FAQ's
Am I too young to think about scholarships?
Not even close. Some scholarships track eligibility for years, and knowing early gives you time to qualify.
What's the difference between a grant, a scholarship, and a loan?
Grants and scholarships don’t have to be repaid; loans do. The Financial Aid Hub breaks down all three in plain language.
Do I have to decide between college and a trade program now?
No. This is the year to explore both, not commit to either.
Unanswered Questions?
We are here to assist you with your questions.
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