Texas College Bridge student resources
Texas College Bridge College & Career Support modules, provided by College Possible, are the ideal resource to help students prepare for college and the workforce.
A comprehensive guide to what comes next, these eight College & Career Support modules offer step-by-step guidance for juniors and seniors – from assessing the value of a postsecondary degree and demonstrating college readiness through enrolling in and transitioning to college. Throughout the modules, students will also find activities and downloadable checklists to support their postsecondary journeys.
Unit 1: Value of a postsecondary degree
Why a college degree is (still) worth it
Unit 2: Demonstrating college readiness
Importance of demonstrating college readiness
Unit 3: Career exploration
Personality type guided activity
Career exploration guided activity
Helpful resources for post-college career exploration
Unit 4: Choosing your school
Finding the right college fit for you
Beginning the college research process
College selection: Using the college matrix tool
Unit 5: Introduction to paying for college and financial aid
Guide to financial aid and paying for college
Guide to understanding financial aid award letters
Unit 6: Your college application
Guide to college application fee waivers
Nail your resume in three steps
Guide to the college application essay
Unit 7: Enrolling in college
Guide to comparing college and high school
Guide to college student orientation
Guide to college housing options
- Checklist for on-campus housing (PDF)
- Checklist for off-campus housing (PDF)
- Checklist for living at home (PDF)
Glossary of college campus resources
What to expect your first college semester
Unit 8: Transitioning to college
How to manage stress in college
5 Proven study and time management habits for college success