College Is Possible

Jump Start Your Education

Thanks to a generous grant from the MetLife Foundation, the American Council on Education has prepared a publication aimed at helping young people and their families prepare for college.

Offering students' personal stories and practical, valuable resources, Jump Start Your Education shows all students that college is a viable option. The booklet helps students answer such questions as:

• Why should I choose college?
• What is college like?
• Do I have to decide NOW what my career will be?
• What courses do I need to take to prepare me to succeed in college?
• How do I pay for college?

ACE recognizes the importance of parental support and guidance to the academic success of their children. That's why Jump Start Your Education also includes a "Just for Parents" section, which encourages parents to talk about college and visit different campuses with their children, help their children choose classes carefully, and tie their children's talents and strengths to possible careers. The booklet also lists options for paying for college.

The booklet is also available in a  Spanish-language text, Dale un empuje a tu educación.

While supplies last, this publication is available free of charge. However, shipping and handling charges do apply. To order, contact:

ACE Fulfillment Services
Department 191
Washington, DC 20055-0191
Phone: (301) 632-6757
Fax: (301) 843-0159
When ordering, please specify the following item numbers:

English-language booklet, Jump Start Your Education            #310785
Spanish-language booklet, Dale un empuje a tu educación    #311274

Please direct inquiries about this page to:
CollegeIsPossible@ace.nche.edu
This page last updated: 07/14/2006