About Us | About Us | | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/collegedepot/about | About Us | <div class="ExternalClass39F9CFCED35A42689379FAF1AD8F0318"><p>College Depot's mission is to expand access to higher education opportunities for underserved populations in the Phoenix community by offering free, comprehensive re-engagement and college planning services. </p><br><br><p><br></p></div> | about | |
College Depot GRIT | College Depot GRIT | <i class="fas fa-user-graduate"></i> | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/collegedepot/grit | College Depot G.R.I.T. (Graduating Ready, Independent & Tenacious) | <div class="ExternalClassAE76EE1CA21F44E489B34CEF703AC63F"><p>
<strong>College Depot GRIT (Graduating Ready, Independent, and Tenacious)</strong> provides students with a more connected and direct support system to help them achieve their college aspirations. </p><p>Students who enroll into GRIT are assigned an advisor with all steps related to college planning, financial aid, and admissions. This includes completion of the FAFSA and college applications, as well as scholarships, college searchers, and anything else needed to successfully start college after graduating high school. <br></p><p>Students meet virtually or in-person with their GRIT Advisor throughout the school year to ensure they are on track with their own plan and ready to begin their college journey. <br><br>Registration for the class of 2024 is closed. Are you a freshman, sophomore, or junior interested in GRIT? <a href="https://forms.office.com/g/FAaB6ZDtyb">Click here to<b></b> complete a short interest form</a>. We will reach out to you once we begin enrollment for your class.</p></div> | grit | |
Craft a Profession | Craft a Profession | | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/collegedepot/cap | Our services include one on one, customized support walking you through all the details of what an apprenticeship program is, whether an apprenticeship is the right fit for you, what options are currently available and how to enroll. | <div class="ExternalClassF36ACF9DC6B24D28A9990075EE54F554"><p>College Depot at Phoenix Public Library is proud to offer personalized advice and guidance to those interested in pursuing learning, education and employment possibilities through an apprenticeship. Our services include one on one, customized support walking you through all the details of what an apprenticeship program is, whether an apprenticeship is the right fit for you, what options are currently available and how to enroll.</p><p>Apprenticeships are often overlooked as a rewarding, worthwhile career and life pursuit. Apprenticeship programs are growing beyond the traditional manufacturing and construction industries and can now be pursued in health care, energy, information technology and transportation industries. Lasting anywhere from one to six years (depends on the industry), those enrolled in an apprenticeship program immediately earn wages. "The average wage for a fully proficient worker who completed an apprenticeship translates to approximately $50,000 annually. Apprentices who complete their program earn approximately $300,000 more over their career than non-apprenticeship participants." (Mathematica Apprenticeship Earnings Study 2012) Once the apprenticeship is complete, the "apprentice" has both an education, and actual practical on-the-job skills and experience. Nationally certified apprenticeship programs allow those completing them more career advancement opportunities and location choice.</p></div> | cap | |
Financial Aid | Financial Aid | | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/collegedepot/financial-aid | Financial Aid | <div class="ExternalClass313505A8033B4736BF5DFD0CF1EE4447">There are many different types of Financial Aid and it can come from many different sources, which is why we are trying to make it easier to understand! We offer individualized assistance, FAFSA small groups, and larger group workshop sessions to help find funding and apply for financial aid. Visit our
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<strong style="color:#0072c6;">Workshops</strong></a> page to find and sign up for upcoming FAFSA small groups and workshops. One-on-One <a href="https://tiny.cc/CDrequest" target="_blank" style="text-decoration:underline;"><strong style="color:#0072c6;">Appointments</strong></a> may also be made specifically for completing the FAFSA. Make sure to check out the different links on this page and also our
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<span style="color:#0072c6;">Resources</span></a></strong></span> page to learn even more about the difference between loans and grants, or to answer some questions about the FAFSA and what that even means!<br></div><div class="ExternalClass313505A8033B4736BF5DFD0CF1EE4447"><br></div><div><span style="font-family:"segoe ui", segoe, tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><b><u>FAFSA for 2024-2025 School Year</u></b><br><div><p>The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) is an important step in paying for college or trade school. Any student who wants to be considered for federal, state, and school financial aid programs should complete the FAFSA form. This includes grants, scholarships, work-study funds, and loans.<br></p></div><div><p>Students and their parents seeking FAFSA assistance may complete <a href="https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=XGm5lg5PvUKK37p1V2A0a4cdLj4Kv8NPqWH_r3cqUm5UM1JGOUpTUk9CRjE5TUxCUEY4RFVFWU9aOSQlQCN0PWcu&origin=lprLink" target="_blank"><strong>this form</strong></a> to be contacted by our office.</p><p>*Note regarding the 2024-25 FAFSA:<br></p><p>College Depot is aware of the open issues relating to the creation of FSA IDs and completion of the 2024-25 FAFSA form. The FAFSA Simplification Act represents significant changes of the processes and systems used to award federal student aid starting with the 2024–25 award year. This includes changes to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form, which opened December 31st, 2023. We are in the "soft launch" period of the 2024-25 FAFSA® form. During the soft launch period, Federal Student Aid (FSA) will monitor site performance, conduct pauses for maintenance, and make updates to improve the user experience for students and families.</p><p><b><span style="text-decoration-line:underline;">FAFSA Handouts</span></b></p></div></span></div><div class="ExternalClass313505A8033B4736BF5DFD0CF1EE4447"><b>FAFSA Process & Next Steps.</b> <span style="color:#0072c6;"><strong><a href="/documents/CD%20FAFSA_2021_8x11.pdf" target="_blank">Click here</a></strong></span> for a visual guide of the FAFSA process and what to do after it has been submitted. <br></div><div class="ExternalClass313505A8033B4736BF5DFD0CF1EE4447"><br></div><div class="ExternalClass313505A8033B4736BF5DFD0CF1EE4447"><b>FSA ID Guide.</b> <a href="/documents/FSA%20ID%20Guide_2023.pdf" target="_blank"><b>Click here</b></a> for a guide to creating an FSA ID for students and their parent(s). <br></div><div class="ExternalClass313505A8033B4736BF5DFD0CF1EE4447"><br></div><div class="ExternalClass313505A8033B4736BF5DFD0CF1EE4447"><b>Student Dependency Guide.</b> <a href="/documents/FAFSA_Dependency%20Guide_2023.pdf" target="_blank"><b>Click here</b></a> for a guide to determining student dependency status on the FAFSA and who the student should include as their parent/guardian. <br><br></div> | financial-aid | |
One-on-One Appointments | One-on-One Appointments | | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/collegedepot/appointments | Appointments | <div class="ExternalClass30F470FC612647DD9E63BCBC9B9C1C10"><h2><a href="https://tiny.cc/CDrequest" target="_blank"><strong>Schedule an in-person or virtual appointment</strong></a> with an advisor to help make sense of the college planning process</h2>
Planning for college can be a lot to handle, and College Depot wants to make the process easier for you. We are here to help youth and adults develop a college plan that works for them. Whether you are a high school senior going to college for the first time, returning to school after a long break, planning to transfer credits, or just have no idea where to start, we can help you untangle the necessary steps to continue your education. Never graduated from high school? We can also get you connected to a school or program that will lead to a diploma or the equivalent (GED testing).<div><br>
<h2>Students can meet one-on-one with College Depot staff by phone or Microsoft Teams for:</h2><ul><li>Assistance with college planning </li><li>Help with the college application process</li><li>Creating individualized college plans</li><li>Interest assessments for career and major exploration</li><li>Reviewing personal statements</li><li>Help with financial aid forms</li><li>Help with searching for and applying for scholarships</li><li>ACT and SAT test results interpretation</li><li>Connections to GED preparation and high school diploma programs</li><li>Connections to apprenticeship programs</li></ul>
Our one-on-one appointments are the most popular services at College Depot and often book up a few weeks in advance. Call 602-261-8847 or <a href="https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=XGm5lg5PvUKK37p1V2A0a4cdLj4Kv8NPqWH_r3cqUm5UOExIS1E3S1dQQko1WjE5NDk5SFNHWUc3NiQlQCN0PWcu" target="_blank"><strong style="color:#0072c6;">complete the online form</strong></a> to request an appointment today. Hablamos Español.<br></div></div> | appointments | |
Online High School for Adults | Online High School for Adults | <i class="fad fa-graduation-cap"></i> | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/collegedepot/cohs | Career Online High School | <div class="ExternalClass9177725B443641B5844E21BC30B12F1F"><h2>Career Online High School</h2><p>Phoenix Public Library's (PPL) Career Online High School (COHS) offers an opportunity for adults in Phoenix to earn an accredited high school diploma and career certificate online. Tuition waivers were made available through support from The Steele Foundation, Clinton Global Initiative, Phoenix Public Library Foundation, Freeport-McMoRan and Dollar General Literacy Foundation. Applicants who successfully complete an online self-assessment and a two-week prerequisite course will be invited to an in-person interview. <a href="https://phoenix.careeronlinehs.org/are-you-ready-survey/" target="_blank"><strong>Take the survey to out if COHS is right for you</strong></a>.</p><h2>Learn more about Career Online High School!</h2>
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<p>For more information, please review the frequently asked questions below or contact us at 602.261.8847, email <a href="mailto:college.depot@phoenix.gov" target="_blank"><strong>reengage.phoenix@phoenix.gov</strong></a>, or <a href="https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=XGm5lg5PvUKK37p1V2A0a4cdLj4Kv8NPqWH_r3cqUm5UOExIS1E3S1dQQko1WjE5NDk5SFNHWUc3NiQlQCN0PWcu" target="_blank"><strong>request an appointment</strong></a>. You may also visit
<a href="https://phoenix.careeronlinehs.org/" target="_blank"><strong>PPL's COHS website</strong></a>.</p><p>Curious about how it all works? <a href="https://phoenix.careeronlinehs.org/how-it-works/" target="_blank"><strong>Learn about the entire process here</strong></a>. After completing the "Are You Ready Survey" <a href="https://phoenix.mycareerhs.com/"><strong>start here to enroll in the program.</strong></a>.</p></div> | cohs | |
Programming & Videos | Programming & Videos | | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/collegedepot/programs | Programs | <div class="ExternalClass4207508644D7456B887AC21AD3C05C3F"><div><span style="color:#262626;font-family:"segoe ui semilight", "segoe ui", segoe, tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;font-size:1.15em;">Email List:</span><br></div><div>Join our email list if you would like to get updates and have upcoming workshop and events information sent directly to your inbox. You can join by sending us an email to
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ReEngage Phoenix | ReEngage Phoenix | <i class="fad fa-file-certificate"></i> | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/collegedepot/reengage-phoenix | ReEngage Phoenix | <div class="ExternalClassA76C9974734149D59DD83C037EC5BFF4">We connect adults and youth who have not completed high school to educational opportunities and resources that lead to a high school diploma or the equivalent (GED preparation). These resources and opportunities are located in Phoenix, Arizona, and the Greater Valley of Phoenix in general. For help connecting with the location that best meets your individual needs, please call 602.261.8847, email <a href="mailto:%20reengage.phoenix@phoenix.gov" style="text-decoration:underline;"><span style="color:#0000ff;"><strong>reengage.phoenix@phoenix.gov</strong></span></a>, or <a href="https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=XGm5lg5PvUKK37p1V2A0a4cdLj4Kv8NPqWH_r3cqUm5UOExIS1E3S1dQQko1WjE5NDk5SFNHWUc3NiQlQCN0PWcu" target="_blank" style="text-decoration:underline;"><span style="color:#0000ff;"><strong>request an appointment</strong></span></a>.<br></div><div class="ExternalClassA76C9974734149D59DD83C037EC5BFF4"><br></div><div class="ExternalClassA76C9974734149D59DD83C037EC5BFF4"><br></div> | reengage | |
Resources | Resources | | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/collegedepot/resources | Resources | <div class="ExternalClassDC33FAEF07A247EBAABB08EFEFBC4D29"><p><b>Admissions Details Chart</b>—Before you start your college search, use this chart as a <a href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/16uS3L0v90c6y_Dc9Cn1CbSY-toONAjRjQjp2X0lrOH8/edit?usp=sharing" target="_blank">Google spreadsheet</a> or <a href="/documents/admission-details.pdf" target="_blank">print it out</a>. The Admissions Details Chart is a great tool for organizing admissions requirements (such as deadline, minimum GPA, SAT or ACT scores, and more) for colleges you may be applying to. You can also use this <a href="/documents/Safety-Match-Reach-Worksheet.pdf" target="_blank">Safety-Match-Reach School Worksheet</a> to organize the schools you apply to based on how close college admissions requirements match your academic criteria.</p><br></div> | resources | |
Scholarships | Scholarships | | https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/collegedepot/scholarships | Search our scholarship list by Monthly Deadlines, Academic Major, Extracurricular Activities, Award and Education Level and more. | <div class="ExternalClassAC1143378DAC491ABD6542C61863C829"><p>Search our scholarship list by using the scholarship filters below. Search by Monthly Deadlines, Academic Major, Extracurricular Activities, Award and Education Level and more. You can <a href="https://tiny.cc/CDrequest" target="_blank"><span style="color:#0000ff;">request an appointment</span></a> to receive assistance searching and applying for scholarships.<br></p></div> | scholarships | |