Virtual College Coaching

Virtual College Coaching

Virtual College Coaching provides students and their families with customized, one-on-one support to help them navigate the college-going process. Virtual College Coaching is virtual only in how coaches connect with you. They are not a bot or AI! They are real, live experts in helping students and families pursue education after high school. Coaches stay with you through your high school graduation and to make sure you have a smooth transition to college, no matter where you go or what you study. Connect with your Virtual College Coach today to receive:

  • Advice about applying for college and financial aid
  • Reminders about important deadlines
  • One-on-one personalized assistance to help you through the college-going process
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Texting Program

Sign up to receive texts from your college coach with college-going guidance for students and parents. You’ll receive personalized tips and reminders about the college-going process, financial aid information, and college & financial aid events happening in your area.

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Virtual Appointments

Get assistance from a college coach on filing the FAFSA, completing college applications, finding scholarships, and more! Schedule an appointment.

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Meet the College Coaches!

Our AmeriCorps College Coaches are available to assist high school students through the college-going process. You can meet with them virtually to receive college-going assistance on topics such as, FAFSA completion and assistance, completing college applications, preparing for college, and more! 

Our coaches also assist Last-Dollar Scholarship recipients with maintaining scholarship eligibility and college success. If you are a college student, please select the coach associated with your school below. If your school is not listed, please sign up for an appointment or email virtualcoach@iowa.gov. 

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