Webinars & Recordings
Stream our presentations live from any device, anywhere. Register for one of our virtual events below.
ICAN's webinar series has concluded for this school year. The fall schedule will be posted this summer and begin in late August with the start of school.
You can view all of the webinar recordings by reviewing the topics below.
Upcoming Events
November
Seniors: The Scholarship Process
November 19 | 5:30 pm - Register
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.
December
Life After High School - A Guide to Career and College Planning
December 3 | 5:30 pm - Register
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.
FAFSA Step by Step
December 10 | 5:30 pm - Register
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.
Creating an Activities Resume: A Key to Scholarships & Applications
December 17 | 5:30 pm - Register
An activities resume is a great way to highlight your achievements, leadership, and involvement for college, scholarships, and job applications. In this session, you’ll learn what to include, how to organize your information, and how to use your resume to strengthen applications and recommendation letters. You’ll also get a walkthrough of ICAN’s free activities resume template to help you get started right away.
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
