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The Get Ready GEAR UP Minnesota program, through the Office of Higher Education, works with students from low-income families and groups traditionally underrepresented. The Get Ready program helps prepare students from low-income families and those from groups traditionally underrepresented in college with college planning information, academic tutoring and information on career and higher education options through 9 predetermined schools in the Twin Cities metro.

09/23/2026

We're live! The 2027-28 FAFSA is open!

✨College Planning Series✨Need help navigating the college and financial aid process? MN Goes to College and ECMC College...
09/22/2026

✨College Planning Series✨

Need help navigating the college and financial aid process? MN Goes to College and ECMC College Place are back with a free virtual series to help students and families figure out their next steps!

Join on Zoom for step-by-step guidance, live Q&A, and interpretation in Spanish, Hmong and Somali.

✨Bonus: Attend a session and get entered to win one of two $1,000 scholarships!

Upcoming sessions, all at 7pm:
9/29 — Explore College Options
10/06 — Apply to College
10/13 — Understand Financial Aid
10/20 — FAFSA 101
10/27 — Minnesota Alternative State Financial Aid Application 101
11/10 — Scholarships 101

Register today: https://bit.ly/CollegePlanningSeriesFall26

We are hiring Get Ready Ambassadors!Candidates interested in this paid, part time position must be a current sophomore, ...
06/10/2026

We are hiring Get Ready Ambassadors!

Candidates interested in this paid, part time position must be a current sophomore, junior, or senior in college. Ambassadors will provide current, lived-experiences as a peer-to-peer mentor to support current high school students exploring postsecondary pathways in the Get Ready program

Those interested can apply through the State of Minnesota Careers website. Applications close on June 18th!

careers.mn.gov
Job ID 94227

The 2025-26 Get Ready FAFSA Challenge wrapped in May, and the results are worth celebrating!More than half of participat...
05/26/2026

The 2025-26 Get Ready FAFSA Challenge wrapped in May, and the results are worth celebrating!

More than half of participating schools with available data increased FAFSA completion by 5% or more, helping more Minnesota students access financial aid and postsecondary opportunities.

Congratulations to this year’s winners:
🏆 Roosevelt High
🏆 Fridley Senior High
🏆 Heritage High School
🏆 HOPE Community Academy High School
🏆 Metro College Prep

Thank you to every school, educator, student, and family who made this year’s Challenge a success!

Read the full article on our Spotlights page: https://getready.mn.gov/get-ready/news/celebrating-2025-2026-fafsa-challenge-winners

04/23/2026

Ready to think like an entrepreneur and turn your ideas into real opportunities?

Join us at the Get Ready GEAR UP MN Entrepreneurial Fair at the University of Minnesota on May 5th. This FREE event for seniors and rising ninth graders features hands-on sessions, interactive activities, and real stories from entrepreneurs and industry professionals.

Space is limited - contact your Get Ready Counselor to reserve your spot! Registration ends April 30th.

04/15/2026

Have you applied for the Get Ready Student Success Scholarship yet?!

If you attend (or attended) a Get Ready GEAR UP Minnesota high school, this is your chance to get extra support for your plans after graduation - whether that’s a 2-year program, certification, or a 4-year college in Minnesota.

You could receive:
$1,000 for 2-year programs or certifications
$3,000 for 4-year colleges (public or private)

It’s a one-time scholarship that can be used for tuition, fees, books, housing, and more. Priority deadline is April 25th, so apply now!

Follow the link for more information and to apply: https://getready.mn.gov/get-ready/get-ready-student-success-scholarship

Join Get Ready GEAR UP Minnesota for an informational session about their Summer Melt Initiative to support recently gra...
03/13/2026

Join Get Ready GEAR UP Minnesota for an informational session about their Summer Melt Initiative to support recently graduated seniors over the summer and how you can get involved! Content presented will be the same for both dates.

Sessions:
• Wednesday, March 17th, 3:45 - 4:45pm
• Monday, March 23rd, 3:45 - 4:45pm

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/SummerMelt2026

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03/05/2026

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Join us tonight at this free session to learn about transferring credits!Students who attend are eligible for a $1,000 s...
02/24/2026

Join us tonight at this free session to learn about transferring credits!

Students who attend are eligible for a $1,000 scholarship drawing. Interpreters are available.

Register here: bit.ly/CollegePlanningSeries

Join us tonight to learn about what happens after the FAFSA is submitted! Register here: bit.ly/CollegePlanningSeriesStu...
02/17/2026

Join us tonight to learn about what happens after the FAFSA is submitted! Register here: bit.ly/CollegePlanningSeries

Students who attend are eligible for a $1,000 scholarship drawing. Interpreters are available.

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Saint Paul, MN
55108

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+16512593918

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