Indiana College & Career Planning
Indiana has unique graduation requirements, financial aid programs, college opportunities, and career pathways. The Indiana Track explains what students and families need to know and how state-specific requirements fit alongside each student’s grade-level plan.
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What You’ll Be Able To Do
Understand Indiana graduation requirements
Learn about Indiana diploma requirements, Graduation Pathways, and the steps students should verify with their school.
Find state financial aid opportunities
Understand 21st Century Scholars, FAFSA requirements, Indiana scholarships, and other state financial aid programs.
Compare Indiana college options
Explore the Indiana College Core, credit transfer, public college costs, and questions to ask before choosing a program.
Explore Indiana career pathways
Learn about Career and Technical Education, apprenticeships, skilled trades, high-demand careers, and regional training opportunities.
Know Important Indiana Deadlines
Stay on track with key Indiana education deadlines, including FAFSA, scholarship applications, college applications, and graduation milestones.
Build a Grade-Specific Indiana Plan
Create a personalized roadmap for each grade level with academic goals, career exploration, financial planning, and next steps for success.
Get a preview of the Indiana Track and discover the key steps, requirements, and resources that will guide your college and career journey.
Welcome to the Indiana Track
Get an overview of the Indiana Track and learn how it helps students, families, and counselors navigate graduation requirements, college pathways, financial aid, and career opportunities.
Getting Started with Indiana Planning
Learn how to use the Indiana Track tools and resources to explore options, understand requirements, and create a step-by-step plan for your future goals.
How to Use the Indiana Track
Choose Your Grade-Level Track
Begin with the Freshman, Sophomore, Junior or Senior Track for your overall timeline.
Use the Indiana Track for State-Specific Guidance
Learn about Indiana graduation rules, financial aid, college credit and career programs.
Confirm Final Requirements
Verify school-specific requirements and deadlines with your counselor and the appropriate Indiana agency.
What the Track Covers
Indiana 21st Century Scholars & Financial Aid
Paying for college starts with understanding Indiana's financial aid programs. The Indiana 21st Century Scholars Program is one of the state's largest scholarship opportunities, helping eligible students pay tuition at participating Indiana colleges and universities. Students typically enroll during middle school, complete the Scholar Success Program requirements, graduate with an eligible diploma, and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by the required deadline to receive benefits.
Indiana also offers the Frank O'Bannon Grant, a need-based financial aid program for eligible Indiana residents attending approved colleges. Because both federal and state aid depend on FAFSA information, every college-bound student should complete the FAFSA as early as possible each year.
Understanding these programs early allows families to compare scholarships, grants, and financial aid options before making college decisions. The Indiana Track explains eligibility requirements, application timelines, and important planning steps so students can maximize available financial aid and avoid missing valuable opportunities.
Indiana Graduation Pathways, College Credit & Financial Planning
Explore Indiana Graduation Pathways, Ivy Tech Dual Credit, CollegeChoice 529, and other resources that help students prepare for graduation, earn college credit, reduce education costs, and build a successful college and career plan.
Graduation Pathways
Career & College Readiness
Ivy Tech Dual Credit
Save Time & College Costs
CollegeChoice 529
Qualified Expenses
Combine Financial Aid
Plan Early, Save More
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Why Indiana-Specific Planning Matters
Indiana programs can reduce college costs, provide transferable college credit, and connect students with career training—but many have eligibility rules, deadlines, or school-specific requirements. Understanding those details early can help students avoid missed opportunities and last-minute surprises.
Some programs require action before senior year
Graduation requirements can differ by student cohort
State and school deadlines must be verified
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Learn how Indiana graduation rules, financial aid programs, college opportunities, and career pathways fit into your larger plan.