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Upcoming Events
January 2026
State of Iowa Financial Aid - What Students & Families Need to Know
January 14 | 5:30 pm - Register
Ideal for high school seniors and parents
Learn how to make college or career training more affordable with Iowa’s state financial aid programs. A representative from the Iowa Department of Education’s Bureau of College Aid will explain available grants, scholarships, and programs like the Iowa Tuition Grant and Kibbie Grant, how to apply, and key deadlines. Designed for high school students and parents, this session will help you understand how state aid works with the FAFSA and what steps to take now to maximize your opportunities for financial support.
FAFSA Step by Step
January 21 | 5:30 pm - Register
Ideal for high school seniors and parents
Join ICAN for this interactive session. ICAN advisors will walk through how to complete the FAFSA form step-by-step, and answer questions along the way. From student dependency status to which parent is reported on the FAFSA, we'll cover all the tricky questions about income and assets, explain IRS Data Sharing, and cover next steps once the FAFSA form is submitted.
Academic Planning: Making Your Four-Year Plan Work For You
January 28 | 5:30 pm - Register
Ideal for all high school students and parents
Make the most of your four years in high school with academic planning. Understanding how the classes you take can help shape your future is an important part of academic planning. Go beyond basic high school graduation requirements and make your four-year plan work for you by mapping out a class schedule that helps you get where you to go and opens up opportunities for your future.
Exploring Military Careers: Pathways, Benefits & Opportunities
February 4 | 5:30 pm - Register
Ideal for all high school students and parents
Are you curious about what a career in the military could look like for you? Join ICAN for a free webinar designed specifically for high school students who want to learn more about military pathways. This session will cover:
- The different branches of the U.S. Armed Forces and the career opportunities they offer
- The enlistment process and what to expect in training
- Educational benefits, including tuition assistance and the GI Bill
- Career training, leadership development, and long-term opportunities beyond service
- How military service can fit into your overall career and education goals
- You’ll also hear tips on preparing now—through academics, activities, and planning—for a successful transition into military service after graduation
The Scholarship Process
February 11 | 5:30 pm - Register
Ideal for high school juniors, seniors, and parents
Scholarships can make a big difference in paying for college and choosing the right school. In this webinar, you’ll learn where to find scholarships, what applications typically require, tips for writing essays, and how to make your applications stand out. We’ll also provide examples, resources, and a step-by-step guide to the scholarship timeline so you can stay on track from start to finish.
Employability: Building Skills for Any Career
February 18 | 5:30 pm - Register
Ideal for all students and parents
No matter what career you pursue, certain skills are essential for success. In this session, we’ll explore the key qualities that make someone employable—like communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and professionalism—and how you can start building them in high school. Learn practical ways to develop these skills now so you’re ready to impress employers and thrive in any future career.
FAFSA Step by Step
February 25 | 5:30 pm - Register
Ideal for high school seniors and parents
Join ICAN for this interactive session. ICAN advisors will walk through how to complete the FAFSA form step-by-step, and answer questions along the way. From student dependency status to which parent is reported on the FAFSA, we'll cover all the tricky questions about income and assets, explain IRS Data Sharing, and cover next steps once the FAFSA form is submitted.
Life After High School: A Guide to Career and College Planning
March 4 | 5:30 pm - Register
Ideal for high school sophomores, juniors, and parents
With so many post-high school options available, how do you choose the right path? This session helps students and parents explore career opportunities, education and training programs, and financial planning—all while considering current employment trends and industry growth. Gain valuable insights to create a solid plan for both college and career success.
Exploring Colleges: Navigating Campus Visits, College Fairs, and Virtual Tours
March 22 | 5:30 pm - Register
Ideal for high school freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and parents
Choosing a college is more than just picking a name—it’s about finding the right fit for your goals, interests, and future plans. In this session, you’ll learn what to look for when exploring colleges, how to make the most of campus visits and college fairs, and how to use virtual tours to get a real sense of campus life. Walk away with tips and strategies to help you discover which colleges feel right for you.
Earn While You Learn: Exploring Careers in Building Trades
March 18 | 5:30 pm - Register
Ideal for all high school students and parents
Education and training beyond high school is essential for many students. A four year degree is not. There are many career opportunities after high school that do not require a four-year degree. In today's webinar we will explore the different career opportunities that exist through registered apprenticeship programs and talk about how today's students can begin their journey towards a professional career without seeking a degree or taking on student loans.
Exploring Careers: Finding the Right Fit for Your Future
March 25 | 5:30 pm - Register
Ideal for all high school students and parents
Your career journey starts now! In this webinar, you’ll learn how to connect your interests and passions to real career opportunities and how to use your high school years to explore what’s possible. We’ll talk about tools and strategies to help you discover career options, gain experience, and make informed choices about your future. You’ll also see how career planning connects to choosing the right post-high school path—whether that’s college, training, or another opportunity—and how affordability plays into those decisions.
Covering College Costs: Understanding and Comparing College Financial Aid
April 1 | 5:30 pm - Register
Ideal for high school seniors and parents
Completing the FAFSA is an important step for students in the college-going process, but what happens after you hit submit? What are the next steps? In this webinar we will explain the pieces of a financial aid package, how packages are put together, and how to compare one package to another. We will also discuss financial aid comparison tools and the importance of creating a college budget.
Financial Literacy 101 – Credit and Money Management for Students
April 8 | 5:30 pm - Register
Ideal for all high school students and parents
Financial success is found through a solid foundation in money management and an understanding of the credit system. In this session we’ll provide an overview of budgeting, savings, and credit scores – explained in a way that makes sense to students.
Decision Day is Coming
April 15 | 5:30 pm - Register
Ideal for high school seniors and parents
May 1 is a big day for seniors! Decision day is the traditional deadline for determining which college you will attend in the fall. But making that decision is more complicated than just saying “I’m going here.” In this session we’ll go over the final steps you should take to determine which school is best for you, and what steps you need to take to make it official.
How to Pay for College - Understanding the Financial Aid Process
April 22 | 5:30 pm - Register
Ideal for high school juniors and parents
Figuring out how to pay for college can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone! This session breaks down the financial aid process, from completing the FAFSA to understanding aid offers and comparing college costs. Learn about scholarships, grants, and other funding options to help you create a smart financial plan for your education.
Understanding Student Loans
April 29 | 5:30 pm - Register
Ideal for high school seniors and parents
Student loans can be a necessary step in attaining a college degree, however there is a right and wrong way to borrow for college. Understanding how student loans work, and which options are right for you can help in not overborrowing, and in repayment after graduation. In this session, we’ll cover different loan options, how repayment works, and how to know how much might be too much each year, and as a total sum of your college education.
Make the Most of Your Summer: Jobs, Volunteering & Building Your Resume
May 6 | 5:30 pm - Register
Ideal for all students and parents
Summer is the perfect time to earn, learn, and grow! In this webinar, you’ll discover how to find summer jobs and volunteer opportunities, stand out to employers, and turn your experiences into skills and achievements that boost your resume, college applications, and future career plans. Make this summer count!
How To Succeed In College
May 13 | 5:30 pm - Register
Ideal for all college bound seniors and parents
Starting college is exciting — and a big transition. This webinar will help students and parents understand what happens at college orientation, what to expect during the first weeks on campus, and the habits and supports that lead to success. We’ll cover essential topics like academic expectations, time management, using campus resources, building relationships with advisors and professors, getting involved, and balancing independence with responsibility. Perfect for graduating seniors and families who want a clear roadmap for starting strong and staying on track in college.
Previously Recorded Events
Academics
- Freshman Transitions
- Academic Planning: Making Your Four-Year Plan Work for You
- Earning College Credit in High School
- How to Create an Activities Resume
Career Planning
- Life After High School: Career and College Planning
- Military Career Options
- Earn While You Learn: Exploring Careers in Building Trades
- Employability: Building Skills for Any Career
- Exploring Careers: Finding the Right Fit for Your Future
- Best Practices: How to Apply for a Summer Job/Volunteer Experience
- Make the Most of Summer Break
- Make the Most of Winter Break
College Planning
- Life After High School: Career and College Planning
- Exploring Colleges: Navigating Campus Visits, College Fairs, and Virtual Tours
- How to Apply to College - A Review of the Application Process
- Preparing for College Orientation
- Understanding Campus Student Support Services
- How to Succeed in College
- Decision Day: Final Step for Seniors
Financial Aid
- How to Pay for College: Understanding the Financial Aid Process
- Understanding the Student Aid Account
- FAFSA Step by Step
- The Scholarship Process
- State of Iowa Financial Aid with Iowa College Aid
- Covering College Costs: Understanding and Comparing College Financial Aid Packages
- Understanding Student Loans
- What Happens After FAFSA: Verification and Special Circumstances
- Financial Literacy 101: Money and Credit Management for Students
Resources in Spanish
- Career and College Planning - En Espanol
- How to Pay for College - En Espanol
- Creating a StudentAid.gov Account - En Español
