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Current College Student Success Checklist

Complete each step in order. Click YES on each Decision Check to save your progress and unlock the next step.

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Current Student Profile

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Reassess Your Why In Your Career (Required)

👉 Resources
I understand why I chose this major
I know what career I am working towards
I am willing to adjust if needed
❗ DO NOT CONTINUE if unclear.
❗ Decision Check
Am I clear on my career goal and why I chose this path?
✅ Why confirmed! Step 1 is now unlocked.
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Step 1: Career Alignment

👉 Resources
Compared my current major to career outcomes
Reviewed salary expectations
Compared cost vs expected income
❗ Decision Check
Is my current path worth the cost and time?
✅ Career alignment confirmed! Step 2 unlocked.
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Step 2: Validate the Job Market

👉 Resources
Searched real jobs for my major
Reviewed required skills and experience
Identified gaps I need to fill
❗ Decision Check
Will this degree lead to real job opportunities?
✅ Job market validated! Step 3 unlocked.
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Step 3: Compare Options (Stay, Transfer, or Change Path)

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🎯 As a current student, you must decide: Stay at current school, Transfer to a better option, Switch programs, or Move to a certificate/trade path.

✅ Step-by-Step

Compared staying vs transferring vs alternative paths
Evaluated time remaining vs cost remaining
Compared outcomes — salary, job placement
Identified best option moving forward
Contacted each school listed in the three options (Contact school directly)
❗ Decision Check
Am I on the BEST path moving forward?
✅ Best path confirmed! Step 4 unlocked.
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Step 4: Solicitation (Only After School Decision)

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⚠️ Only use Solicitation AFTER: you decide to Stay, Transfer, or Change paths — and you understand your remaining cost.

📧 Step-by-Step

Used solicitation templates for chosen school/path
Requested additional aid / appealed financial aid package
Contacted financial aid offices (Contact school directly)
Reached out to support networks (Contact school directly)
❗ Decision Check
Did I advocate for myself financially?
✅ Solicitation complete! Step 5 unlocked.
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Step 5: Reduce Cost (CLEP + Smart Strategy)

🎯 Cost Reduction Strategy

Reviewed student resources
Found ways to reduce textbook and supply costs
Identified cheaper alternatives

🎯 CLEP Strategy

Checked if current school accepts CLEP
Identified remaining general education courses to test out of
Created plan to test out of classes and graduate faster
❗ Decision Check
Can I graduate faster and cheaper?
✅ Cost strategy confirmed! Step 6 unlocked.
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Step 6: Cost of Living

Reviewed current living expenses
Compared housing options
Adjusted lifestyle if needed
❗ Decision Check
Am I living within my means?
✅ Cost of living reviewed! Step 7 unlocked.
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Step 7: Stack Funding (Every Year)

Completed FAFSA (every year)
Applied for State Grants
Applied for scholarships
❗ Decision Check
Am I minimizing debt each year?
✅ Funding plan confirmed! Step 8 unlocked.
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Step 8: Stay Organized (Critical Mid-Degree)

Tracking deadlines
Tracking credits completed — Meet Academic Advisor every semester/Qtr
Tracking remaining requirements
Tracking financial aid
❗ Decision Check
Do I know exactly where I stand academically and financially?
✅ Organized! Step 9 unlocked.
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Step 9: Financial Literacy + Credit

Understand loans and repayment
Monitoring credit health
Avoiding unnecessary debt
Know my credit score
Working to improve credit score
❗ Decision Check
Am I making smart financial decisions now?
✅ Financial literacy confirmed! Step 10 unlocked.
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Step 10: Build a Working Budget

Tracking monthly income and expenses
Adjusting spending
Planning ahead for semesters
❗ Decision Check
Is my budget sustainable?
✅ Budget confirmed! Step 11 unlocked.
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Step 11: Career Preparation (Start Now)

Created LinkedIn profile
Built or updated resume
Applied for internships / jobs
Gaining experience while in school
❗ Decision Check
Am I building experience before graduating?
✅ Career prep confirmed! Step 12 unlocked.
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Step 12: Track Progress

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Reviewing progress weekly
Adjusting plan when needed
Staying on deadlines
Tracking credits completed — Meet Academic Advisor every semester/Qtr
❗ Decision Check
Am I staying on track and reviewing progress regularly?
✅ Progress tracking confirmed! Final section unlocked.
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Final Confirmation

I validated my career path
I confirmed job opportunities
I chose the best academic path
I reduced my total cost
I advocated for financial support
I am preparing for employment
🎓 Complete Checklist
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